Kitchen

Cabinets

  • Common Problems: General Cleaning, Dust, Fingerprints
  • How to Clean: Clean weekly to remove dust, staining and fingerprints. Spray with All Purpose Cleaner and wipe using a lint free cloth or our washable wipes. Wipe down with vinegar to deodorize and keep bugs away.
  • Tip: Do not apply wood polish to sealed or painted wood as this will attract dust and dirt. Avoid abrasive and toxic cleaners.

Kitchen Countertops

  • Materials: Granite, Laminate, Marble, Quartz, Stone, Tile, Solid Surface
  • Common Problems: General Cleaning, Food Mess and Spills
  • How to Clean: Remove and discard any loose debris. Spray Laminate, Quartz, Solid Surface, Tile with All- Purpose Cleaner after each use; then rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth or washable wipe. For Granite, marble and stone spray with Granite Countertop Spray, then rinse wipe with clean cloth or washable wipe. Drying with a cloth will prevent water marks. Immediately clean spills such as vinegar, citrus fruit and wine to prevent staining.
  • Tip: Steel wool brushes and pads can be damaging. Avoid using ammonia and harsh toxic cleaners. Never place hot pots and pans directly on surface. Cutting directly on countertops will chip, scratch, and stain surfaces.

Faucets and Fixtures

  •  Material: Chrome, Stainless Steel
  • Common Problems: Hard-water stains, Mildew and Soap Scum, Cleaning Drains.
  • How to Clean: To clean, spray chrome faucets and showerheads with the Bathroom Cleaner  and stainless steel faucets with Glass and Stainless Steel Cleaner and wipe dry with washable wipe.
  • Tip: Do not use abrasive scrubs or pads. Avoid ammonia, chlorine bleach and other strong chemicals.

Flooring

  • Material: Linoleum, Tile, Terrazzo, Vinyl
  • Common Problems:Vacuum weekly to remove excess dust, dirt, hair and fur.
  • How to Clean: Mix 4 tablespoons of All-Purpose Cleaner with hot water and mop or spray flooring with All-Purpose Cleaner and then mop with hot water.
  • Tip: Acidic liquids can damage on contact, avoid using ammonia and harsh toxic cleaners. Excess water left behind will damage/separate flooring.

Windows

  • Material: Glass
  • Common Problems: Fingerprints and streaking
  • How to Clean: To remove fingerprints and streaking spray the surface with Glass & Stainless Steel Cleaner and wipe using a lint-free cloth.
  • Tip: Some glass cleaners contain wax which leaves a residue behind. Until the wax is removed, it will constantly smear.

Sinks

  • Materials: Cast Acrylic, Cast Iron, Copper
  • Common Problems: General Cleaning and Food Mess
  • How to Clean: Remove and discard food from the sink and strainer. Wash with dish detergent and hot water after each use.
  • Drain and Disposal Maintenance: For a natural drain cleaner, mix 1 cup of boiling vinegar with a 1/4 cup of All Purpose Bleach Alternative. Pour into the drain and let sit for 5 minutes—rinse with hot water.
  • Tip: Steel wool brushes and pads can be damaging. Avoid using ammonia and harsh toxic cleaners.
  • Material: Granite
  • Common Problems: General Cleaning and Food Mess
  • How to Clean: Remove and discard food from the sink and strainer. Wash with dish detergent and hot water after each use.
  • Drain and Disposal Maintenance:For a natural drain cleaner, mix 1 cup of boiling vinegar with a 1/4 cup of All Purpose Bleach Alternative. Pour into the drain and let sit for 5 minutes—rinse with hot water.
  • Tip: Steel wool brushes and pads can be damaging. Avoid using ammonia and harsh toxic cleaners.