THE PRACTICAL GUIDE TO MAINTAINING YOUR KITCHEN!
Take care of your kitchen: tips for a healthy and sustainable space
The kitchen is a central place in the home that deserves regular maintenance to stay clean, functional and inviting. This guide offers you simple tips to keep your kitchen in good condition, extend the life of your kitchen and ensure a healthy environment. Follow these practical steps for effective daily maintenance.
STEP 1:
Veneer Care:
Light stains: Clean the surface with a soft, damp cloth, then wipe immediately to dry.
Stubborn stains: Use a mixture of warm water and mild soap. Gently scrub, then dry immediately with a clean, dry cloth.
Precautions:
Do not use products that contain silicone, ammonia, or wax.
Avoid letting damp dish towels dry on veneered cabinet doors.
STEP 2:
Laminate care:
Light stains: Clean the surface with a soft, damp cloth, then rub to dry.
Stubborn stains: Use a soft nylon brush and a mixture of warm water and mild soap. Dry immediately with a clean, dry cloth.
Hard water: If your water leaves streaks, add a little white vinegar to the cleaning water to revive the shine of the laminate.
Specific stains (felt, glue, etc.): Apply a little diluted alcohol to remove the stain, then clean again with mild soap.
STEP: 3
Lacquer maintenance:
Routine cleaning: Clean lacquered surfaces with a soft, damp cloth. For greasy stains, add a little mild soap to warm water. Dry immediately with a clean, dry cloth.
⚠️ Avoid: Never use abrasive detergents, ammonia or alcohol-based products.
Small snags: Apply the touch-up product provided by Cuisines Steam, following the instructions.
Deep scratches: Contact us for a touch-up of the lacquer on the door or drawer. We will be able to take the door back and re-lacquer it in the original color.
Fees may apply.
STEP: 4
Solid wood maintenance:
Wooden cutting boards:
Avoid: Never put the boards in the dishwasher or leave them soaking in water.
Cleaning: Wash both sides with a soft brush and dish soap, then rinse with lukewarm water. Let dry upright in the open air.
Ecological disinfection: Rub the surface with half a lemon and coarse salt, then rinse with warm water.
Maintenance: After a few uses, oil both sides with a food-grade oil, available in our shop.
Solid wood breakfast nook:
Use linseed oil for maintenance. This treatment should be applied after light sanding and only if the countertop is damaged.
Before proceeding, please contact us for more information.
STEP: 5
Stainless Steel Maintenance:
Cleaning: Wash stainless steel surfaces with soapy water to remove stains and grease marks. Then wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
Finishing: Spray a specific product for stainless steel on the clean surface, then rub gently in the direction of the grain with a soft, dry cloth.
⚠️ Avoid: Never use metal sponges or abrasive cleaners that could scratch or damage your surfaces.
STEP: 6
Countertop Maintenance:
Heat: Whether for natural stone or quartz, it is essential to protect your countertop from heat. To prevent thermal shock or resin burns in quartz, always use a trivet or suitable heat-resistant support before placing a hot dish on the surface.
Cleaning: Due to their frequent use, countertops require careful maintenance. Strictly avoid products containing oils, abrasive powders, degreasers, solvents, or bleaching agents. The best option is soapy water with a pH-neutral soap, which is perfectly suitable for all surfaces.
OUR FAVORITE HOUSEHOLD CLEANING PRODUCTS:
Black soap : Ideal for a deep and ecological cleaning of all your surfaces.
Bar Keepers Friend: A must-have for shining and removing stains from your kitchen equipment.
Unscented Company Neutral pH Mild Soap : Perfect for gentle and gentle cleaning of your surfaces.
Method Daily Granite : A daily cleanser for granite and other countertops, offering a radiant shine and a pleasant fragrance.
Little Cow : A versatile, gentle, and effective product for all your cleaning needs, especially for the kitchen sink.
Lemon : Perfect for deodorizing, cleaning and removing residues from your surfaces while providing a touch of natural freshness.
Salt : Ideal for scrubbing and removing stubborn stains, especially when combined with lemon.
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