Simple Tips in Prolonging your Cabinet Lifespan

“Useful Tips ins to Maintain the Quality of a Modular Cabinet”

DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANING SOLVENT

 

Use natural products that won’t scratch the cabinet finish or leave sticky residues. Apply a mixture of soap and water using a soft cloth or sponge. Do not apply the soap and water directly to the cabinets.

CHOOSE THE PROPER CLEANING CLOTH

 

The best choice is a soft cloth that is lint-free such as soft cotton fabrics, cheesecloth or chamois, and an old cotton t-shirt.

LIMIT EXPOSURE TO MOISTURE

 

Long exposure to water will damagethe finish and may leave stains. Do not hang wet dishcloths or towels on countertops or cabinet handles and doors.

FRESH AIR

 

To prevent smells, oil stains, and humidity, we suggest letting in some fresh air which will provide some good ventilation to your modular kitchen and save it from deteriorating.

DEALING WITH RUST

 

Stainless steel doesn’t mean it’s stain free. Various Chemicals can cause stainless steel to steel rust. Emery paper take a very fine piece of emery/sand paper and rub down the stainless steel with it. Follow this by rubbing it down with a slice of onion, and rinse with hot water.

CLOSE THE CABINETS DOORS

 

The kitchen is a busy place with lots of activity, oil being spilled all over the places. To prevent this oil spill while cooking close the shutters, racks, drawers, and cabinets of your kitchen. It will also help to prevent any steam from the cooking to enter the cabinets or cause stickiness on the surface.

CHECK THE CABINET HINGES

 

Opening and closing of the drawers happen quite frequently then there is a chance of the drawers getting unhinged over some time. Also, sometimes you put a lot of weight on the drawers which may cause the fittings to come out. Keep a regular check on your drawers to check whether there is any noise made by the hinges since it will help you get the necessary repairs before it is too late.

PEST CONTROL

 

Make sure to get a regular pesticide treatment to protect your kitchen from getting infested. Spray an insecticide from time to time and remember to throw the trash outside for further precaution.

 

DO NOT FORGET THE COUNTER TOPS

 

Kitchen countertop needs the most cleaning as this is where the food preparation happens. Clean regularly with soap and water to avoid stain build up.