How to Remove Grease From Wooden Kitchen Cabinets

Wooden kitchen cabinets are susceptible to lots of grimy buildup because they are exposed to grease, steam and smoke from cooking. In order to keep greasy buildup to a minimum, it is a good idea to clean your cabinets regularly. The good news is that they are very easy to clean and require only basic household products.

Things You'll Need

• Damp cloth, or sponge
• Diswashing detergent or all-purpose cleanser
• Warm water
• Soft cloth

Instructions

1. Add a few drops of gentle dish detergent or all-purpose cleaner to the warm water and immerse the cloth or sponge in the solution.

2. Gently rub the cloth or sponge in a circular motion over the surface of the cabinet. Be sure to go over any molding, carving or detailing where grease could be trapped.

3. Rinse the cabinet after cleaning by wiping it down with a cloth or sponge dipped in warm water. Wring the cloth out well and run it from top to bottom over the surface of the cabinet.

4. Buff the cabinets with a soft cloth after cleaning to ensure that no excess moisture remains on the wood surface of the cabinets

Tips & Warnings

• Never use scouring pads, steel wool or abrasive cleansing products because they can damage the finish on wood cabinetry.

References

• Real Simple : Hardwood Cabinets
• Housecleaning 411