Generally speaking, you should clean your kitchen cabinets with water or simple dish soap with a soft clean cloth. You definitely want to stick to more common cleaning agents such as baking soda and vinegar. For certain, it should always be something non-abrasive so as to not mar the surface of your cabinets.
You can use dish soap, baking soda, white vinegar, a baking soda and white vinegar mix, or an all-purpose cleaner along with a microfiber or soft cloth to wipe down the interior of your cabinets. Additionally, a vacuum can remove dust before cleaning, and you can scrub tough spots with a toothbrush.
Whether your cabinets need a quick wipe down or a full-on deep cleaning session, some of the best cleaning supplies are already in your kitchen! Simple solutions of dish soap and water can do wonders for cleaning away grease, splatters, and food messes. Dawn® Platinum makes cleaning kitchen cabinets So Dawn Easy!
To create this, make a 50/50 solution of warm water and vinegar. Spray the solution on your cabinets and wipe them clean. You will want to rinse and dry the cabinets well. By repeating this often, you will be able to keep grime buildup at a minimum.
Soap and Water
Most greasy areas will only need one thing: warm, soapy water. (After all, dish soap was designed to cut through grease!) First, soften the grease on the cabinets with a sponge that's damp with warm water, then clean with a soap-and-water-soaked sponge, toothbrush, or small scrub brush.
Mix 1 cup of water, 1 teaspoon of white toothpaste, and 2 tablespoons of baking soda. Use your finger or a spoon to mix it well. Dip a sponge in the mixture and scrub down your cabinets. Rinse with a damp cloth until all residue is gone.
Mix a cup of white vinegar with a cup of water. This mild cleaning solution is perfect for everyday use on wooden cabinets. It won't warp the wood or take off the finish. If you dislike cleaning with vinegar, you can use a light soap solution instead.
Murphy® Oil Soap gets deep into grime to break up dirt particles and it's safe to use on wood products like cabinets.
The best way to clean kitchen cabinets, no matter their finish, is with a simple mix of dish soap and warm water. Dish soap is strong enough to clean and degrease your cabinets but gentle enough that it won't remove the finish.
Dish Soap. Grease-cutting dish soaps, like Dawn, are the gentlest choice for degreasing kitchen cabinets. If extra cleaning power is needed, use a non-scratch abrasive sponge to help safely scour away sticky grease film.
The most common cause of sticky cabinets is built-up grease and grime. Even if you regularly clean your cabinets, a thin greasy layer can accumulate over time. The build-up can become thick and difficult to remove, so you might feel that your cabinets are still sticky after cleaning.
Our top pick is the Weiman Cabinet & Wood Clean & Shine Spray. It is an easy-to-use spray that conditions and cleans in one application. For a budget-friendly cleaner that can work around the entire house, consider the Favor Spray Furniture Polish Spray.
Vacuum the cabinets out after you've emptied them before wiping away sticky residue or other food pieces. Wash the walls and shelves: Clean the cabinets with a mild, oil-cutting detergent and warm water. Spray the interior shelves and wipe the moisture with a sponge or cloth.
Simple styles of kitchen cabinets, such as traditional Shaker, sleek contemporary or flat panel are far easier to clean and keep clean. Opt for a stain or paint that has a glaze. This fills in any wood grain cracks and corners that attract dust.
Dilute ¼ cup of Pine-Sol® in one gallon of warm water. Dampen a sponge in the mixture, wring out so it's just damp to wipe away grease, grime and dirt. Optional: Scrub stubborn messes or stains with full strength Pine-Sol®, using a sponge or soft cloth. Finish by rinsing with water and wipe kitchen cabinets dry.
If you're unsure of your finish, place a drop of water on the surface. If it absorbs the water, it's not finished, and Murphy® Oil Soap should not be used yet. If the droplet beads up, you should still test the product in an inconspicuous area to be sure your floor isn't water-sensitive.
Clean well with wrung-out mop, and mop any excess water. No visible residue, no rinsing required.
Use Pledge® Moisturizing Oil to clean wood kitchen cabinets, windowsills, decorative trim, tables, chairs and more*. Or, get this: You can use it on your leather shoes. Try that on for size. *Safe to use only on finished, sealed surfaces.
Can disinfecting wipes be used on wood furniture? Household disinfecting wipes, such as Clorox or Lysol, are safe to use on most finished wood surfaces.
Wood. The ammonia in original Windex can damage wood, so if there's a mess on your backyard deck, keep the Windex inside. “Wood is a natural surface that can dry out and crack, like your skin,” says Glickman.
Mix a solution of 50/50 vegetable oil and vinegar in a small spray bottle. Spray on the outer surfaces of your wood cabinets, then rub in with a clean rag. Buff it into all the surfaces of the cabinet until it is shiny and beautiful.
Old English Scratch Cover is specially formulated to work on all wood surfaces throughout your home, including kitchen cabinets, wood furniture and wood paneling. Available in formulas for light woods or for dark woods.