Overlooked Areas of Your Kitchen You Need to Clean

When it comes to cleaning your kitchen, there are always going to be those places you overlook or don’t clean as often as you should; even the most methodical and thorough cleaning influencers will, amidst their tasks, have jobs they don’t tackle often or need to look at more frequently. It’s natural. Life is busy, and you clean the areas you can see and use to make them safe and healthy for your family and yourself.  

While your cooker, sink countertops, and floors might see more cleaning action than other areas, it’s crucial not to neglect the less obvious tasks. Regular maintenance of these areas is a proactive step to avoid dirt and grime build-up that can cause damage or impact your health.

Extractor/Cooker Hood Filters

When was the last time you checked inside your cooker hood? While cleaning it externally is probably on your to-do list quite a bit, what about the bits you can’t see? Your cooker hood filter needs to be changed every 1-3 months, depending on how frequently you cook and the types of food you prepare. Neglecting this or cleaning areas within the hood carefully can lead to dirt and grease building up, which not only reduces the air quality and efficiency of the filter but can also be a fire risk. So, it’s crucial to stay on top of these overlooked tasks to avoid potential risks. Cleaning the hood and replacing the extractor hood carbon filter is paramount for safer cooking.

Washing Machine Drawers and Seals

Even if you use pods or liquid directly in the drum, you need to check the drawers, too. Putting different liquids or powders in a drawer can result in a build-up of product, and this build, along with the water shot into the drawer, can lead to mould growth, which could be transferred to your clothes, making them not quite as clean as they should be. You can remove the drawer and use cleaning products or steam to clean the drawer and eliminate any build that might be occurring. 

Additionally, inspect the seals in your washing machine for any debris that may have accumulated and help dry it out. Also, remove any mould growth that may be present. This area is often overlooked, but it can get dirty like anything else, especially if water is left to stagnate in the seal. So periodically, when you empty the machine, give it a wipe-down and check for any damage.

Cabinet Tops

If you have a space above your cabinets, and they don’t go right to the ceiling, when was the last time you took a look up there and checked for any dust or dirt? In fact, the same could be said for under cabinets that are above countertops, too. These areas are out of sight, meaning they are easy to overlook and do not make it to the regular cleaning schedule. 

However, they play a significant role in the overall cleanliness of your kitchen. Under cabinets can accumulate dirt and grease build-up from food preparation, while tops of cabinets can accumulate high levels of dust and dirt from the air, meaning they are not as hygienic as they could be. If you use them for storage, it can be quite an issue. Therefore, it’s essential to provide them with the wipe-down they need periodically.