Home Cleaning Kitchen Cleaning Complete Kitchen Cleaning Checklist A step-by-step guide to efficiently cleaning your most-used room (in just a few hours, or over the course of a few days). By Real Simple Editors Real Simple Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter An article attributed to "Real Simple Editors" indicates a collaborative effort from our in-house team. Sometimes, several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The REAL SIMPLE team strives to make life easier for you. They are experts in their fields who research, test and clearly explain the best recipes, strategies, trends and products. They have worked for some of the most prestigious brands in lifestyle journalism, including Apartment Therapy, Better Homes & Gardens, Food & Wine, the Food Network, Good Housekeeping, InStyle, Martha Stewart Living, O: The Oprah Magazine, Parents, POPSUGAR, Rachel Ray Every Day, and Vogue. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 10, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Papercut The Cabinet Fronts Wipe from top to bottom.Using a microfiber cloth dampened with water and a few drops of mild cleanser, follow the direction of the grain. Rinse the cloth and repeat. The Stovetop Scour the surface.A microfiber cloth moistened with water and cleaner will do the trick. The Countertops Clean the countertops with a microfiber cloth.Wet it with water and mild cleaner, and wipe the countertops using a circular motion. Then mist with water and wipe down with a clean cloth. Wash the tile backsplash using the same method. The Dishwasher and Microwave Wipe down the outsides.Try a cloth dampened with water and dish soap. The Garbage Can Disinfect with an all-purpose cleaner.Spray on both the inside and the outside and wipe with a clean cloth. The Sink Scrub in a circular motion from the top to the drain with a cloth and cleaner.Use an old toothbrush to remove any mold lurking in the edges of the drain or faucet. Rinse the area. The Dish Rack Soak in a sink filled with water and a little dishwashing liquid.Scrub off food particles with an old toothbrush. Dry with a clean cloth. The Cabinets and Drawers Empty, then vacuum with a brush attachment.Wipe shelves with a cloth dampened with water and dish soap. The Refrigerator Wipe down the outside with a cloth dampened with water and dish soap.Move the refrigerator and vacuum behind and underneath it. The Small Appliances Clean with a damp cloth.Moisten it with water and dish soap. The Oven Clean the inside as directed.When finished, wipe down the door, hardware, and handles. The Burner Grates Remove from the stovetop.Then scrub with a brush and cleaner. The Floor Sweep, working from the walls to the middle of the room.To clean corners, blow out the dust with a hair dryer, then sweep up, or vacuum using a crevice attachment. Then mop in small sections, dipping the mop in a pail of clean water and detergent and squeezing out excess liquid in between each section. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit