Dos and Don’ts of Kitchen Cabinet Cleaning and Care
Posted by KraftMaid on 9th Dec 2021
Keeping your KitchenMaid® cabinets in pristine condition doesn’t require a complicated routine – just a little attention and a simple approach. Here are some essential cleaning tips to ensure your cabinetry remains as beautiful as the day it was installed.
DO CLEAN ROUTINELY
Wiping down your KraftMaid cabinets on a regular basis will help them look fresh for years to come – especially in your kitchen’s high-impact zones. If cooking is a frequent activity in your home, a weekly wipe-down can deliver remarkable benefits with minimal effort. This is particularly important for cabinets situated near your stove, oven, and food-prep surfaces, as well as your sink and wastebasket. Pay extra attention to cabinetry that faces continuous exposure to grease and moisture.
DO KEEP IT SIMPLE
The beauty of wood cabinets can be easily preserved with a straightforward care routine. All it takes is a damp cloth for cleaning and a thorough drying to remove everyday spills and splatters, prevent stains, and avoid moisture damage. Want to elevate your approach? Pairing warm water with a non-detergent, non-abrasive, emulsion type household cleaner will do the trick to remove residue without compromising the finish of your cabinetry.
DO WIPE UP SPILLS RIGHT AWAY
Our DuraKraft™ Plus Finishing System helps protect and ensure the beauty and durability of your cabinets. This 14-step process creates resistance against even acidic substances like coffee and mustard from causing permanent damage. Still, it’s important to clean up spills right away and dry thoroughly with a lint-free cotton cloth. Lend additional focus to moisture-prone zones, like the sink and dishwasher.
DO CLEAN GENTLY
KraftMaid cabinets respond exceptionally well to gentle cleaning and care. For best results, steer clear of harsh detergents, abrasive formulas, and powdered cleaners, which can diminish the integrity of your cabinets’ finish over time. There’s also no need for intense scrubbing or the use of scouring pads – a soft washcloth is your best bet for the job.
DO MAINTAIN A DRY ENVIRONMENT
Moisture is no friend to cabinetry. Avoid draping damp or wet dishtowels over your sinkbase cabinet doors as persistent exposure can cause discolorations and other issues over time. Thankfully there are many modern solutions to eliminate the risk, like installing a sliding towel rack under your sink. Not only does this smart tool protect your cabinetry, it also creates a more streamlined appearance for your kitchen.
Get More Pro Tips From KraftMaid Craftsmen
Run into something that a good cleaning can’t fix? Visit our Cabinet Touch Up page to get guidance from a KraftMaid expert on everything from making paint imperfections disappear to using touch-up pens and soft fill sticks like a pro.
DON’T USE WAX POLISHES, PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, OR SILICONES
Protective topcoat layers in our DuraKraft™ Plus Finishing System are designed not only to protect the finish on your cabinets but also to save you from ever having to polish them. If you want to get a bit more hands-on, order a KraftMaid cabinet care kit, which has cleaner and polish formulated just for our products.