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Thursday, March 15th, 2018
Every smart kitchen needs this Canadel Kitchen Island.
Do you often wonder whether your kitchen can still look as clean as when it was first constructed, designed, and then presented to you? With all the many meals that are prepared there, it is not a surprise that this area becomes a war zone of sorts. The great news is that there are ways to turn a cluttered kitchen into a sparkling clean one.
Zero Clutter on Counters
Maintaining a clean kitchen does require discipline. Of course, it won’t magically clean itself. And the first rules that the whole family needs to learn is to not leave anything on top of the kitchen counters. These items include recipes, cookbooks, even your opened or unopened mails. Make a habit of having each item placed in their proper space.
Never use the kitchen countertop or even the sinks as a storage unit.
Soak then Go
Make it a point to use your sink in helping you clean up. The sink is a helpful part of the kitchen that you can actually use to take the dirt and grime out. You will save a lot of scrubbing time if you put all the dirty dishes in the sink minutes before you wash them. Make sure that the sink is filled with a soapy, warm water so that it becomes easier to wash the pieces later.
Organize the Fridge
It’s a common sight to find expired and moldy food at the back of the fridge. Don’t let this become your constant reality. While it is tempting to leave the food for eons because you won’t think about cleaning up for a while, know that these will come back and haunt you later. And by then, you will have much, much more to clean up rather than having to clean up the fridge each day.
Clean Up the Hard-to-reach Areas
‘Sounds like an infomercial doesn’t it? But you really have to clean these areas or you will be left with grimy spots which will, again, haunt you later on. Be sure to clean the top of the cupboards, cabinets, the refrigerator, and just about any appliance and furniture that is set up in the kitchen.
Be sure to clean up the area under these items, too.
The Canadel Dining Room Buffet offers ample storage space for your kitchenware.
Always Clean the Stove
This is one of the dirtiest spots each day because this is where the action actually takes place. Don’t leave those grime marks on your stove top or they will become much tougher to deal with when you get back to them days later.
Use an all-purpose cleaner with water. Let the solution sit on the stove top for a while then wipe it all out after a few minutes. Be sure to thoroughly clean so that spoiled food won’t cause awful odors when left on your stove. Also, you are ascertained that there won’t be any burnt food smell the next time you cook.
Empty the Trash
This is very important to any kitchen because leaving the trash bins full overnight could result in the foulest smells the following day. Also, you could be welcoming tons of bacteria and rats to your home. If the trash still leaves a foul odor after you have already emptied out every kitchen trash bin, then be sure to wash the bin with soap and water. Use the hose outdoors then leave the bin overnight and up until the sun rises.
Allow the bins to dry. This should kill any microorganism that caused the awful smell. You can also use chunks of charcoal in the kitchen so that the rest of the foul odor will already be absorbed.
Clean as You Go
It is always a good idea to multitask inside the kitchen. While cooking, you can already soak the dishes in the sink. And you can also begin cleaning the pots and utensils if you’re still waiting for the meat recipe to simmer.
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Monday, April 24th, 2017
Awkward corners will cease to exist with this lovely Victoria Corner Banquet from the Protege Collection of FFDM.
The kitchen is the home for appliances, gadgets and cookware but this can also be the home for boxes, food cans, and bags which tend to clutter. Add to these the limitless accessories and you would realize that having a small kitchen means having less space.
If you happened to flip through the pages of different interior design magazines, then you would realize that there are now many ways organize the room in your home. There are now a lot of organization techniques that can solve pot storage and pantry needs.
Corner Drawer
The first technique that you can employ is to set up a corner drawer. This is an impressive way to maximize the space in a limited kitchen. It will look equally great, too, even inside a spacious one.
The corner drawer is a great way to use that blind corner.
Unique Pantry
Another storage solution is a walk-in pantry. Homeowners simply love pantries because it houses just about every kitchen need. If you are able to see everything that you have, then you don’t end up buying things that you actually already have.
An obvious benefit of having a kitchen pantry is having an easier access to your food and beverage stock. And since you get to see the foods, then you end up having less food waste and having more money saved.
Having an accessible pantry also spells calorie reduction since you get to move about and cook more.
The see-through doors of Hooker Furniture Dining Room Arabella Bunching Display Cabinet can be the permanent home for your chinaware, kitchen collectibles, etc.
Kitchen Drawers
Containers and cabinets are the leading kitchen organization furnishings that you should also look into. With these, you can decide on what to store and what you should already cast aside. Having drawers and cabinets also spells heightened safety inside your kitchen since you get to store sharp tools and utensils.
The absence of these furnishings will lead to a disorganized kitchen. A cluttered kitchen will lead to impatience and a lot of things that could go wrong. It is also more difficult to organize a kitchen that does not have these furniture pieces.
Imagine where you will store your cookie sheets, cooling racks, muffin tins, trash bins, utensils, broiler pans and such.
Another way to utilize a kitchen cabinet is to make it into a spice storage unit. There is no one-size-fits-all type of spice cabinet. The more spices you have, of course, you will need more storage space. A smaller cabinet would do for more limited spices.
A dish drawer is also another way to free up space in your kitchen.
Or Simply Clean Up
Sometimes, all that a kitchen needs is a little TLC. You can begin with an empty sink and dishwasher. Then be sure to implement the rule – clean as you go. Make sure that every member of the family will be able to comply especially when clutter drives you nuts.
After this, make sure that you clean up your sink after you washed the dishes. Be sure also to oil your cutting boards monthly and have the cleaning tools on standby. You can also soak the dishes while you focus on freeing the rest of the kitchen from trash.
If you want quicker ways to keep your kitchen tidy, then you can also grab the supplies that you need – dish cloths, cleansers, sponges, etc. These are a part of the basic cleaning kit that should always be ready. The rest are a vacuum cleaner, a broom or two, dustpan, mops and duster.
Lastly, wash down the sink, appliances and countertop as you end the day. Wash also your cleaning equipment and tools.
You see, kitchen organization is not impossible, is it?
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Tuesday, April 4th, 2017
To clean the Canadel Kitchen Island ISL4836-T4, open all its drawers and clean the insides. Use soft cloth or sponge to wipe the surface.
Let us face it – there are a lot of chores that simply slip out of our attention particularly when we’re already too busy. Who has time to regularly clean underneath the refrigerator and furnishings, right? Yet spring gives you a reason to catch up with the cleanup. As the weather is slowly warming up, it’s time to get into the cleanup mode and begin right where the most cleaning is required – your kitchen.
Before we give tips on cleaning the heart of your home, it pays that you take out a piece of paper and a pen then make a list of the things that you need to replenish inside your kitchen. You will need cleaning supplies for this spring cleaning project plus some baking or cooking items. Think of all the items that you will pick up from the grocery store – paper towels, dish soap, hand soap, olive oil, and other such stuff.
Pots and Pans
Okay, it’s time to get down on your knees and start the work. Begin on the most obvious – those grimy pots and pans. Scrub the cast iron pans with a soft sponge and some coarse salt. Just rinse away the salt afterward.
Clean stainless steel pots with the use of white vinegar. Use a soft cloth to apply the vinegar to the stained areas. Never soak them for too long as the stainless steel surfaces will be pitted.
Sink
One of the best ways to be more inspired in doing the dishes is to keep the sink clean at all times. If you’re one to pile up your dishes before you wash them all together, then it is possible that the sink is a tad dirtier.
Clean up by filling the sink with water. Pour some bleach to disinfect then scrub the insides of the sink with baking soda paste. You can create a paste by mixing a small amount of water on a liberal amount of baking soda. This mixture should get rid of tough stains. Finish and rinse by wiping or by using a shining spray.
Cupboards and Drawers
Spring is also the perfect time to empty out your drawers and cupboards. Sweep out those crumbs and dust. You can also wipe the stains using a wet cloth. If you’re feeling up to the task, place a new contact paper on the shelves.
As you clean out the drawers and cupboards, be sure to keep an eye out for anything that is broken such as a cracked glass or a broken dish. Throw these away or donate the dishware that you no longer feel like using.
Refrigerator and Freezer
Of course, if you have to clean the kitchen, then you must not forget to clean the appliance where you store food and drinks. You don’t just organize your pantry, you also take the time to do a thorough cleanup to these appliances.
Remove the shelves, wash them on the sink then scrub out the fridge’s insides by using a cloth or sponge dipped in soapy water.
Throw out the expired foods and beverage. Decluttering all over your home also means decluttering the inside of your refrigerator.
Check out also the freezer. There must be frozen stuff there that has remained frozen for a year. It’s time to take them out and throw them ASAP.
Knives
Cleaning up the kitchen includes sharpening the tools that you use to cook. Sharper knives allow you to work easier plus they are much safer than when they are dull.
The Wesley Allen Bar and Game Room Bar Stool B263H30 is easy to clean because it is lightweight and is chiefly metal.
Deep Clean the Floors
Kitchen flooring is one of the grimiest floors to clean up so get ready for some action. You will need broom, warm water, a bucket, mild dish, mop, and some floor cleaning agents.
Begin by sweeping the floor and flushing out the dirt on corners and underneath appliances. Next, mop the rest of the floor with warm water. If you see any remaining dirt, be sure to use dish soap in warm water. Light bubbles should clean up even the most stubborn spots.
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