Assigning a specific spot for each utensil and appliance, like a dedicated drawer for foil, plastic wrap, and parchment paper, makes those items easy to find and just as easy to put away after each use.
Three Smart Kitchen Cleaning and Organizing Tips
Kitchen cleaning gets a lot easier with a little bit of organization and a couple of DIY cleaners made from things already on hand.
Give Everything in the Kitchen a Designated Home
Clean Granite Counters With a DIY Spray
Combining 1/4 cup of rubbing alcohol, 1 cup of water, and a drop of dish soap in a spray bottle makes a gentle cleaner that's safe for delicate granite counters but strong enough to break up stains and disinfect.
Keep Stainless Steel Sparkling
A spray of equal parts vinegar and water cleans stainless steel sinks and appliances, and following up with a small amount of olive oil buffed on with a cleaning rag creates a barrier that helps prevent dust, grime, and fingerprints from sticking.
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