For many of people, the kitchen is one of the most important rooms the home — a place to cook, eat and gather with loved ones. Kitchens can also get the most dirty, sticky and grimy — and daily wipe-downs and maintenance can only go so far.<\/p>
“Kitchen deep cleans are essential because the kitchen is the heart of the home and one of the most used spaces,” says Dr. Nick Bach<\/a>, therapist and CEO of Grace Psychological Services, who incorporates practical cleaning habits into his practice for clients who find home maintenance overwhelming.<\/p> Unlike the quick, surface-level cleaning most people do on a daily basis, “deep cleaning tackles hidden dirt and grime that can harbor bacteria and even pests,” Bach says. As you embark on a kitchen deep clean, it’s vital to have a solid plan in place. To that end, Bach and other cleaning experts helped come up with an essential kitchen cleaning checklist. Ready to get to work? Let’s dive right in.<\/p> The experts we spoke to agree that the best way to deep clean a kitchen<\/a> is to break the tasks up according to the different areas of the room. “Breaking it into sections makes the job more manageable,” offers Bach.<\/p> The kitchen areas that professional cleaners recommend you focus on are:<\/p> Without further ado, let’s get into the nitty-gritty of how to tackle each of these areas. <\/p> “Use a baking soda paste to clean spills and stuck-on messes — it’s non-toxic and absorbs odors.”<\/p>— Dr. Nick Bach, therapist<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure> “On average, I would recommend deep cleaning<\/a> the kitchen after three months,” Kreller suggests.<\/p> Although most experts recommend doing a deep clean once every few months, it also depends on your habits. “How often to deep clean the kitchen will really depend on the amount of use the space gets,” Kreller says. You may need to clean more often if:<\/p> As for deep cleaning supplies, it’s best to keep things simple. Have a few key products on hand rather than clearing out the entire cleaning aisle of your local hardware store — it will save you cash and streamline your cleaning process.<\/p> Evans recommends the following products for kitchen deep cleans<\/a>:<\/p> “If you find the task overwhelming, you can break it up into more digestible pieces by approaching one task at a time. Just try to focus on the areas that you use the most often.”<\/p>— Angelique Kreller, interior designer<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure> Deep cleaning a kitchen is a lot of work, says Evans. Between decluttering, reorganizing and cleaning, it could easily suck up four or five hours — or more — of your time. Here are recommendations<\/a> from the experts for making kitchen deep cleans less stressful:<\/p> “If you find the task overwhelming, you can break it up into more digestible pieces by approaching one task at a time,” Kreller recommends. “Just try to focus on the areas that you use the most often.”<\/p> Read more:<\/strong><\/p>Key takeaways<\/h3>
Kitchen cleaning checklist <\/h2>
Deep clean kitchen drawers and cabinets<\/h3>
Revamp pantry and food storage<\/h3>
Clean stove and oven<\/h3>
Refresh the refrigerator and freezer<\/h3>
Deep clean the sink and dishwasher<\/h3>
Clean countertops and floors<\/h3>
Miscellaneous deep cleaning items<\/h3>
How often should you deep clean the kitchen? <\/h2>
Kitchen cleaning supply list <\/h2>
More kitchen deep cleaning tips from the pros <\/strong><\/h2>