Caring for the Kitchen and Appliances

Last week, I visited a client whom we made a kitchen for five years ago. The cabinetry in the kitchen looks well maintained, but the appliances, a sharp contrast to the cabinetry. All the appliances were coated in grime, most obvious of which are the cooktop and hood. The interiors of the microwave and oven were coated in burnt food particles and oil residue.

I asked to find out how often she cleans these appliances, or if she had ever serviced these appliances, her answer says it all.

“I’m left frustrated every time I clean the appliances…even though once in a while, they don’t come out as clean as expected.” On further inquiry, I found out that she doesn’t even know how to clean these appliances, or what to clean with.

This woman is definitely not the only one with this challenge, and considering the huge amount spent to acquire these appliances, I thought it will be imperative after having completed the series on appliances review, to start with cleaning and maintenance of appliances, or simply “Appliances Care”.