Spruce up the kitchen before cooking your Turkey

When it comes to Christmas we automatically think of Christmas dinner. You want to serve up the perfect Christmas turkey along with all the trimmings, but your kitchen is in a state. Giving your kitchen a good clean doesn’t have to be such a daunting task; following this guide you will wonder where the time has gone.

1. Begin with the biggest job, the oven.
   1. Put on some protective gloves and with an oven cleaner
   2. galvanised scourer.
   3. multipurpose spray
   4. Put the oven racks back into the oven and close the door.
   5. Cleaning countertops

      i. Countertops are one of the main areas in the kitchen that collects germs and bacteria. Regularly clean them with a multipurpose spray to kill as much bacteria as possible and help maintain the look and hygiene of your kitchen.

   6. Clean the sink

      i. Now that you have cleaned the oven racks, there is probably a lot to clean up in the sink. This is the perfect time to clean your drains as well.

      ii. Pick up as much residue from the sink as possible then give it a quick clean with a multipurpose cleaner.

      iii. Using Defence Sanitising tablet wash the sink thoroughly. This is a safer alternative to liquid bleach and is suitable to use when cleaning sink drains. 

   7. Combating bacteria

      i. Dish towels, rags and sponges normally carry a high number of germs and bacteria. When combating germs in the kitchen it is best to replace towels, rags and sponges every three weeks.

   8. Sweep and mop the floor 

          i. After sweeping the floor, mop it using a solution of Ecoforce Floor maintainer and warm water.

Killing germs in the Kitchen

Diligent cleaning is required when wanting to have that sparkling effect in the kitchen, especially when combating germs, virus and bacteria. In the kitchen the most common collectors of these germs are countertops, dish towels, rags and sponges, so regular kitchen cleaning practices need to be put in place. These kitchen practices include, disinfecting kitchen surfaces, washing dish towels with detergent, replaces sponges every three weeks and cleaning appliances.   

Germs are microorganisms, which can be found in all parts of the biosphere where there is liquid, more commonly water. Most germs traditionally are exploited to humans through food and beverage preparation, which can be harmful as they grow within organisms and create diseases, that in some cases can be fatal to people.

There are many ways in which you can eliminate these microorganisms, using chemicals or using non abrasive and green products. Chemicals do a great job when killing these harmful germs, but there are other ways of killing germs, just as using heat and hydrogen peroxide.

Washing Machine woes? Give it a new lease of life!

Washing machines can really attract dirt and grime, both inside and outWe recently posted about the top five items that really make your house look grubby. Top of the list was the frequently-used washing machine. Very few items attract dirt as quickly as the washing machine, and since it - along with your fridge - is the centrepiece of your kitchen, a dirty washing machine can seriously impact upon the overall feel of the room. Not only that, but internally your washing machine might be loaded with grime.

That's why giving your washing machine a spring clean can really make a difference. Here's how:

• Clean the outside: The top of your washing machine - where all the buttons are - can really get ingrained with dirt. Scrub it with a good bactericidal cleaner to kill germs and freshen it up. If dirt is stuck down the side of the buttons, use either a toothpick or an old toothbrush to get it out.
• Check the bottom to see if there's a removable segment: If there is, it's likely to be filthy! Take it off, disinfect it and scrub it to remove all traces of grime, then refit it.
• Clean the door: Open the door and clean it with your bactericidal cleaner. Remember that washing machines rely on a watertight seal to prevent your kitchen flooding, so check the rubber seal on the door and give it a wipe. There may be bits of dirt inside the lining - these can loosen the seal so make sure you remove these.
• Clean the detergent drawer: The drawer is likely to need cleaning, particularly if you use solid blocks rather than liquids. Open it up and wipe away the residue you can, then scrub the rest until it disappears. For hard to reach areas use a toothbrush.
• Clean the inside: Run your washing machine empty on a hot wash. Pour a capful of clear vinegar into the detergent drawer. This will disinfect and clean your washing machine. Repeat the process every six weeks or so to keep it in good condition.

Enjoy your newly-sparkling washing machine! If you'd like to view our comprehensive guide to how to clean a washing machine, go ahead - it contains a few more tips and tricks for achieving incredible results! For more advice and tips, please check out the rest of the blog, or give Click Cleaning a call on 0845 680 1955 for a free consultation!