Laminate Cabinets
All-purpose cleaners work fine on this hardier surface: mix baking soda and warm water for spot cleaning, similar to painted cabinets. You can also use a soft cleaning eraser to remove scuff marks on laminate cabinets.
Using a mild dishwashing detergent in water will remove greasy marks. Dab, wait and wipe away. Finish with an all-purpose cleaner such as Windex spray cleaner or Ajax Spray n Wipe. Laminex laminate surfaces resist staining from most household chemicals.
Directions for Cleaning Laminate Cabinets:
Mix 1 oz. Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner with 4 cups warm water in a spray bottle or mix a stronger solution for very greasy cabinets. Apply Simple Green. Spray the solution onto a clean, non-abrasive, damp cloth or microfiber pad and wash until clean.
The cleaning agents in Dawn absorb grease just as well on kitchen surfaces as they do on dishes. Apply to the dirty cabinet, wiping the grease with the soft sponge until it is removed. Immediately dry the surface with a clean cloth to prevent streaking.
If you must use cleaner, opt for a manufactured-approved solution designed for laminate ($15, Target). For a homemade laminate floor cleaner, use a small amount of vinegar mixed with water. Never use wax, acrylic products, or bleach because they can damage the floor's finish.
To remove stubborn grease patches on laminated kitchen surfaces, use a sponge and a mix of warm water and dish soap. To clean laminate, using a microfiber cloth without too much water works the best. For laminated kitchen surfaces, dirt and germs can collect in the creases and crevices.
Benchtop Laminate Surface Finish
Use Windex spray cleaner for best results. Wipe off with a clean, dry cloth - repeat if necessary.
Murphy's Oil Soap, formulated as a safe cleaner for finished wood, cleans kitchen cabinets as well, even if the cabinets are a laminate rather than wood. Oil soap does not leave behind a residue, so it does not require rinsing.
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For stubborn spots or areas of buildup, some people turn to glass cleaners like Windex. This method is helpful in a pinch, but use it sparingly and only in small areas. Spray the glass cleaner on a microfiber cloth and rub the floor clean, going with the grain whenever possible.
These versatile cleaners are made from natural vegetable oils, and are safe to use on any kind of wood—including flooring, chairs and cabinets. Dilute a gallon of warm water with this soap, and use a soft rag dipped in the solution to wipe down your cabinets.
You can use commercial cleaners, like Murphy's Oil Soap, to clean cabinets. You can also make your own cleaners from ingredients in your kitchen that are eco-friendly, effective and affordable. Vinegar is the go-to natural cleaner when faced greasy cabinets.
Most cabinet types, including metal, plastic laminate, painted wood, and vinyl cabinets, can be cleaned with a solution of liquid dish soap and warm water. This simple and mild solution is enough to get food smudges, dust, and mild grease build-up off of your cabinets.
When it comes time to wet mop your laminate floor, start by filling a bucket with a gallon of hot water and a teaspoon of dish soap. If using a specialty laminate floor cleaner, follow the product's usage instructions. Pre-soak your mop pads, wringing them out until damp-dry before using.
A water and vinegar solution is the best solution to clean your laminate. The all natural mixture is safe for your home and family, affordable, and has disinfecting properties. Cleaning with this solution will bring the shine of your floor back, and remove smudges and dirt.
Commercial Disinfectants
Both Pine-Sol and Lysol are safe to use for laminate floor cleaning, and they disinfect as they clean too! There are several commercial disinfectants that are safe to use on laminate wood floors.
Never use Murphy Oil Soap or similar products to damp mop wood or laminated floors. Oil soaps leave a film on floors that dull and damage the finish. Remove the film by mopping with one-half cup distilled white vinegar per gallon of water and a clean terry towel.
Power to the Kitchen Cabinets
Optional: Scrub stubborn messes or stains with full strength Pine-Sol®, using a sponge or soft cloth.
Create a cleaning solution with 1-part baking soda, 2 parts warm water and the lemon juice. Add the solution to a spray bottle and spray the liquid onto the kitchen cabinets. Leave for 2-3 minutes, allowing the baking soda to work its magic. Use the soft sponge to gently scrub the grease away.