A light film on an everyday counter
Move food and utensils away, remove crumbs and select a compatible cleaner. Follow its wiping or rinsing directions.
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Grease on kitchen surfaces
Kitchen grease care depends on the surface as well as the soil. Identify the material, finish and whether food touches it. A light daily film, accumulated grease and a sensitive surface need different decisions before cleaning.
Three things to remember
Identify the material and finish
Remove loose residue before applying a product
Finish food-contact surfaces as directed
Your situation
Choose your starting point
Built-up grease around the hob
Turn the appliance off and allow it to cool. Follow its care instructions; a longer soak is not automatically appropriate.
Natural stone, wood or a special coating
Check the surface maker’s instructions. “For kitchens” does not mean suitable for every finish; test first and pause if the material is unknown.
Care steps
A practical care routine
Before you start
Remove loose residue before applying a productClear and identify the area
Move food and utensils. Turn off and cool relevant appliances and review the surface care limits.
Remove loose debris and excess grease
Use clean paper or a soft cloth. Avoid rubbing grit repeatedly over the surface.
Apply a compatible cleaner as directed
Test a discreet area and follow the method and contact time. Keep liquid out of appliance openings and electrical controls.
Remove residues with clean tools
Wipe or rinse as directed, especially on food-contact areas. Smell alone does not establish that the surface is ready.
Inspect, dry and put away
Check for remaining grease and product residue. Dry as the surface requires and wash used cloths before spreading soil elsewhere.
Common mistakes
Avoid these shortcuts
Using the same strong method on every counter
Both the material and coating affect compatibility.
Assuming degreasing also disinfects
Cleaning and disinfection are different uses. Any disinfection step requires a product labeled for it and its specific directions.
Combining cleaners
Do not mix products or apply another before completing the required finishing steps.
Products
Choose products for the task
Home cleaning
Kitchen Cleaner
For compatible kitchen surfaces. Check the label for material restrictions and food-contact finishing steps.
View productThese are care options; suitability and performance depend on the final product label.
Final check
Check before you finish
Tick each item as you complete it.
Questions
Grease on kitchen surfaces
Is the counter ready for food when the smell disappears?
Odor is not the test. Complete the label’s instructions for food-contact surfaces.
Can I spray appliance controls directly?
Follow the appliance manual and prevent liquid entering openings, gaps or electrical controls.
What if one pass does not remove the grease?
Check compatibility and technique. Repeat only if permitted; do not improvise stronger concentrations or abrasive scraping.
Can one cloth clean every area?
Avoid transferring soil onto clean areas. Change or wash cloths as needed, especially around food-contact surfaces.
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