The Curator: How to deep clean your kitchen this spring (full checklist) – National
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Spring is in the air, and there’s no better time to clean out your kitchen from top to bottom! A spring cleaning checklist calls for powerful products that get the job done. From freshening up your space to tackling tough messes, we’ve rounded up must-have essentials, including items from trusted brands like Clorox and Methodto help you clean smarter this season.
Countertops and surfaces
A true staple, Clorox disinfecting wipes provide a powerful, easy way to clean and disinfect surfaces while leaving behind a light, clean scent. They kill 99.9% of viruses and bacteria, making them ideal for quickly wiping down kitchen counters, appliances, and high-touch areas.
These microfiber cleaning cloths are soft, lint-free, and highly absorbent, making them perfect for cleaning countertops, glass, and other delicate surfaces without leaving streaks or scratches. Reusable and durable, they can be washed and used hundreds of times, offering an eco-friendly and efficient alternative to paper towels.
Fridge and freezer
Method All-Purpose Cleaner Refill in Pink Grapefruit uses plant-based, non-toxic ingredients powered by green chemistry to effectively clean a wide range of non-porous surfaces like counters, tile, wood, and glass. It leaves behind a fresh, fruity scent while delivering a streak-free, gleaming clean without harsh chemicals or animal testing.
Made from durable, BPA-free food-safe plastic, these versatile bins are perfect for organizing fruits, vegetables, beverages, dairy, dry goods, and more in refrigerators, freezers, cabinets, pantries, or drawers.
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Stove, oven and microwave
Move to your cooking area, where you’ll want to use a heavy duty cleaner to easily cut through grease, burnt-on residue, and leave a polished, streak-free finish. For the microwave, use a splatter cover during heating to prevent messes, then wipe down the interior regularly to keep it fresh and odour-free.
This cooktop and stove top cleaner kit is designed to safely remove burnt-on food, grease, and grime from glass and ceramic cooktops without scratching the surface. With its included scrub pad, razor, and cleaning cream, it not only cleans deeply but also leaves your cooktop with a streak-free shine and polished finish.
The Handy Helpers Microwave Splatter Cover helps keep your microwave clean by preventing food from splattering while it heats. Its vented design allows steam to escape, helping food warm evenly while reducing mess and cleanup time.
Cabinets and pantry
Wipe down cabinet doors, handles, and pantry shelves with a gentle cleaner to remove dust, grease, and buildup, then reorganize by grouping similar items together. Keep everything neat and easy to find by transferring dry goods into your food storage containers and adding labels for a clean, uniform look.
Keep your pantry neat and your food fresh with this 8-piece airtight storage container set, designed to lock in flavor and keep out mess. Perfectly stackable and stylish, these containers are your go-to for organized cabinets and happy, clutter-free cooking.
These 168 minimalist pantry labels are preprinted on white matte vinyl with bold black text, designed to give jars, bottles, and canisters a clean, organized, modern look. They are waterproof, durable, and removable, making them easy to apply and long-lasting for stylish and practical kitchen organization.
Floors and final touches
Finish off your kitchen clean up by sweeping or vacuum thoroughly to pick up crumbs and debris, then mop with a suitable cleaner to leave your floors spotless and fresh. Finish with final touches like taking out the trash, replacing liners, and adding a light scent to make your kitchen feel clean and inviting.
With a 360° swivel microfiber flat mop, collapsible bucket, and heavy-duty scrub brush, this cleaning set makes it easy to tackle floors, walls, and tight spaces efficiently. It includes washable reusable pads and an extended stainless steel handle for comfortable, versatile cleaning on indoor and outdoor surfaces.
If you’re looking for a hands-free option, this robot vacuum and mop combo delivers strong suction, 2-in-1 cleaning, and smart Wi-Fi/app/remote control to keep kitchen floors clean from crumbs, spills, and everyday mess. It features multiple cleaning modes, up to 180 minutes of runtime, and self-charging for consistent cleaning across hard kitchen surfaces and other areas of the home.
With a plant-based, vegan formula and activated carbon, this odour eliminator from Attitude helps trap unwanted smells while releasing a fresh passionfruit scent. It is designed for medium-sized spaces like bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchens, offering long-lasting odour control for up to six weeks.
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