If you’ve ever renovated your kitchen, you’ll know that it’s expensive. Protecting your investment and taking care of your new kitchen should be on top of your priority list. Imagine your dismay if you were to wipe your kitchen cabinet, and the paint came off. Before you ruin your kitchen, read through these maintenance tips first.

Taking Care of Your New Kitchen Cabinets

In most cases, a soft damp cotton cloth will be more than enough to clean your cabinets. But, if more meticulous cleaning is needed, you can use one of the following solutions:

• Warm water with a squirt of dish-washing liquid
• Ammonia and silicone-free all-purpose cleaner

Make sure the solution you use is mild since harsh products may discolour or damage your cabinet finish. Use a clean, damp cloth to wipe all surfaces and dry immediately. Don’t wait to clean splatters and spills. Prolonged exposure may cause permanent damage. Regularly dust your kitchen cabinetry with a soft, clean, lint-free cotton cloth.

Take extra care when cleaning glass cabinet doors. Always use a glass cleaner that’s free of ammonia with a clean, soft cloth or paper towel. Never spray the cleaner onto the glass directly to avoid damage. Avoid the following cleaning products:

• Harsh chemicals
• Abrasive cleaners such as steel wool, scouring pads or powder and sink or tub cleaners
• Dishcloths or sponges that will scratch your cabinetry
• Petroleum or solvent-based products like paint thinners, nail polish removers or mineral spirits
• Cleaning products that contain ammonia or bleach
• Silicone-based products for cleaning, polishing or waxing

To prevent moisture damage like discolouration and peeling, avoid draping damp dish towels and cloths over cabinet doors.

Keep your new modern kitchen beautiful for longer by using the correct cleaning methods and products. For more information on affordable kitchen renovations and designs in Pretoria, Johannesburg and George, get in touch with the team at Kitchen Frontiers today!