How to clean and care for painted, stained and laminate cabinets, and what to avoid.
Cabinets collect grease, fingerprints and steam, and a little regular care keeps them looking good. Most finishes are cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap, then dried. Harsh cleaners, abrasive pads and soaking can dull or damage the surface. Different finishes, such as painted, stained, laminate and thermofoil, have slightly different needs.
Prevention helps. Use a fan when you cook, wipe spills quickly and keep dish towels from hanging on cabinet doors. Nashville humidity makes ventilation especially useful. We give every customer a care guide, and we are glad to help if a finish needs a touch-up or a hinge needs an adjustment. A few simple habits go a long way.
Mild soap, a soft cloth and drying afterward suit most finishes.
Harsh chemicals, abrasive pads and soaking can harm finishes.
Quick wiping and ventilation protect the surface.
Wipe gently and avoid scrubbing hard on edges.
Use a soft cloth, and avoid water standing on the surface.
Tighten loose screws once a year.
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We advise against abrasive pads, since they can dull a finish.
Use warm soapy water and a soft cloth, working gently, then dry.
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