Sunday, April 29, 2007

TeMpOrArY ClOsEd

WaYs To ClEaN KiTcHeN

A clean kitchen promotes a healthy and hygienic living environment for the entire family. Cleaning is considered an integral part of the cooking process. It is not just limited to the ingredients such as washing fresh produce but also maintaining equipment and gadgets, cleaning countertops, stove and other nooks and crannies of the kitchen. Follow these steps to ensure a clean kitchen:



Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Steps


Step One

Collect things that do not belong in the kitchen such as newspapers, magazines, toys, etc. and put it in a laundry bag or basket and put it out of the kitchen.


Step Two

Grab all the cleaning supplies such as cleansers, gloves, washcloths, sponges, scrubbers, dish soap, broom, mop, vacuum, basket and trashcan.


Step Three

Fill up your kitchen sink with water and mix a little dishwashing liquid in it. Put the dishes that are greasy and need cleaning to soak in warm, soapy water.


Step Four

Start organizing everything while the dishes are soaking. Put things where they belong. The moment you cut down on clutter, you will notice that your kitchen look significantly cleaner. Ideally, make it a habit to put things in their original place right after using them to avoid wasting time organizing them later on.


Step Five

Load the dishwasher. If you do not own a dishwasher, begin the dish-cleaning process by hand. If the dishes are too many, ask your family to help. Organize a wash, rinse, dry and store assembly line so that work can be shared.


Step Six

Wipe the countertop, kitchen sink and stovetop. Use household de-greasing cleanser to clean the oil and grease stuck on stove. Form a habit to wipe sink and stovetop after every use to prevent grime buildup.


Step Seven

Wipe the cabinets and appliances. Use a cleanser to wipe fridge doors, microwave and other appliances that are in need of a little shine.


Step Eight

Sweep or vacuum the kitchen floor. Mix required amount of liquid disinfectant with water and use it to mop the floor.


Step Nine

Take out the trash and wipe the trashcan.