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Cleaning Kitchen Appliances: The Step by Step Process to A Perfect Clean

Cleaning kitchen appliances is not a glamorous task, but it is one that needs to be done on a regular basis if you want to keep your kitchen looking and smelling clean. In this blog post, we will walk you through the step-by-step process on how to clean toasters, kettles, dishwashers, and refrigerators. We will also provide some tips on how to make the cleaning process easier. Let’s get started!

Cleaning Kitchen Appliances

When cleaning kitchen appliances, it is important to know the right products and techniques. You should not use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners on your appliances because they will cause damage over time.

Cleaning Toasters

To clean a toaster, you will need, White vinegar, water, baking soda paper towels or a cloth. The process includes;

  1. Fill a small bowl with white vinegar and set it aside.
  2. Wet a paper towel or cloth with water and sprinkle baking soda over it.
  3. Wipe the surfaces of the toaster with the wet baking soda paper towel or cloth.
  4. Dip the vinegar-soaked paper towel or cloth into the bowl and use it to wipe down the surfaces of the toaster.
  5. Allow the toaster to air dry.

You can also clean a toaster oven in a similar way.

Cleaning Kettles

To clean a kettle, you will need, White vinegar, water, baking soda a toothbrush (optional). The process includes;

  1. Fill a small bowl with white vinegar and set it aside.
  2. Put the kettle on the stove and bring water to a boil.
  3. Pour out all of the water from the kettle.
  4. Add about ½ cup of baking soda to the kettle.
  5. Fill the kettle with water and bring it to a boil again.
  6. Turn off heat, remove from stovetop and allow to cool for about 15 minutes before pouring out all of the water.
  7. Use a toothbrush or other scrubber brush to clean any remaining stains on the inside of your kettle by dipping them into the baking soda and water mixture.
  8. Pour white vinegar into a small bowl and dip a paper towel or cloth into it. Wipe down all surfaces of the kettle.
  9. Allow the kettle to air dry.

Cleaning Dishwashers

To clean a dishwasher, you will need, White vinegar, water, baking soda a toothbrush (optional). The process includes;

  1. Pour ½ cup of baking soda into the dishwasher.
  2. Add enough white vinegar to cover the bottom of the dishwasher.
  3. Hit the “clean” button and let the dishwasher run through its cycle.
  4. Use a toothbrush or other scrubber brush to clean any remaining stains on the inside of your dishwasher by dipping them into the baking soda and water mixture.
  5. Pour white vinegar into a small bowl and dip a paper towel or cloth into it. Wipe down all surfaces of the dishwasher.
  6. Allow the dishwasher to air dry.

Cleaning Refrigerators

Cleaning refrigerators is a bit more involved than the other kitchen appliances, but it is still a task that can be completed in under an hour. You will need, White vinegar, water, baking soda ammonia glass cleaner (optional). The process includes;

  1. Remove all of the contents from the refrigerator and place them on a counter or table.
  2. Wipe down all surfaces of the inside of the refrigerator with a rag dipped in water and baking soda.
  3. Wipe down all surfaces of the outside of your fridge using either vinegar or ammonia, depending on which one you have available. The vinegar will work just as well as ammonia for cleaning purposes.
  4. Replace contents back into the refrigerator and plug it back in!

How to Clean a Juicer

If you want to clean a juicer, you will need, Warm water, dish soap citrus fruit peeler. The process includes;

  1. Remove all of the parts of the juicer and place them in warm water.
  2. Add a small amount of dish soap to the warm water and stir it around with your hands.
  3. Use a paper towel or damp cloth to wipe down all surfaces of the juicer.
  4. Pour warm water into a bowl and add one tablespoon of dish soap for every two cups of liquid. Whisk until frothy, then pour it over any remaining residue on your cutting board or knife blade (just enough so that there is some coverage). Let it sit for a minute, then scrub with a brush or sponge. Rinse off the cleaning solution and dry the surface.
  5. Cut a piece of citrus fruit peel and use it to clean the surfaces of your juicer that you were not able to reach before.
  6. Rinse all parts of the juicer in warm water after use and allow them to air dry.

How to Clean an Espresso Machine

If you want to clean an espresso machine, you will need, White vinegar water a soft cloth for cleaning. The process includes;

  1. Fill the water reservoir with white vinegar and brew one cup of coffee (you can discard it after).
  2. Pour out any remaining liquid from the coffee pot or carafe and fill it with water.
  3. Brew one more cup of liquid to remove any remaining vinegar taste in your machine.
  4. Clean all surfaces of your espresso machine by wiping them down with a damp cloth or paper towel dipped in warm water. Allow it to air dry before putting everything back together again!

Cleaning Cooking Pots and Pans

Cooking pots and pans come n different shapes, sizes, and materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, or copper. In order to clean them properly, you need to use the right cleaning agent for the job.

For aluminum pots and pans

Cleaning involves the use of a paste of baking soda and water with the following process;

  1. Wash your aluminum pot or pan with hot, soapy water and rinse thoroughly. This will help remove any burnt food debris that might be stuck to its surface.
  2. Add ¼ cup of baking soda into a bowl filled with one quart (four cups) of warm water and stir until dissolved. Use this solution to clean your aluminum pot or pan by dipping a scrub brush or sponge into it and scrubbing the surface. Rinse off with hot water and dry.

For stainless steel pots and pans

Cleaning involves the use of white vinegar and water with the following process;

  1. Wash your stainless steel pot or pan with hot, soapy water and rinse thoroughly. This will help remove any burnt food debris that might be stuck to its surface.
  2. Add ¼ cup of white vinegar into a bowl filled with one quart (four cups) of warm water and stir until dissolved. Use this solution to clean your stainless steel pot or pan by dipping a scrub brush or sponge into it and scrubbing the surface. Rinse off with hot water and dry.

For copper pots and pans

Cleaning involves the use of a paste of baking soda and lemon juice with the following process;

  1. Wash your copper pot or pan with hot, soapy water and rinse thoroughly. This will help remove any burnt food debris that might be stuck to its surface.
  2. Mix the baking soda and lemon juice together in a bowl until blended well enough so that it makes a paste-like consistency when stirred with your finger. Apply this mixture onto any areas of discoloration on the copper pot or pan using an old toothbrush (this will only take about two minutes). Let sit for 30 minutes before rinsing off with warm water. Allow the surface of your copper cookware to dry completely after cleaning it this way so that there is no residue left behind which can cause corrosion.

Cleaning a Blender

  1. To clean your blender simply follow these steps:
  2. Remove any remaining liquid from inside the jar by pouring it out or using a spoon to scoop it out.
  3. Fill the jar with warm water and add two drops of dishwashing liquid. Blend on high for about 30 seconds. Rinse off the cleaning solution and dry the surface.
  4. If there is any build-up on the blades, you can remove it by gently scraping them with a blunt knife. Be very careful so you don’t cut yourself in the process!

Having read this, we hope you feel more confident about cleaning your kitchen appliances. We also recommend using dish soap to clean a sink and dishwasher, but remember: never use bleach or other harsh chemicals because they could damage the surface of these items over time.

If you’re still wondering how to clean stoves, cookers, and ovens, we have covered cleaning cooking appliances as an extended guide to this article.

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