Discover the importance of regular fridge maintenance and why BA House Cleaning is the perfect choice for your fridge cleaning needs. Have you ever thought about your refrigerator as a cold box where you keep your food? Technically, that’s what it is. As we tend to get things in and out constantly, the accumulation of grit, grime, and crumbs is inevitable. Sometimes we even have food that has expired—and let’s not start with the smell.
So, how can you clean the fridge?
Define the level of cleaning you need. Let’s say, a partially dirty fridge won’t need the thoroughness that a seriously dirty and smelly fridge would need.
Step by Step!
Unplug your fridge. This is optional, but if you let it plugged in while cleaning (which means that you’ll have the door open for a good while) you’ll be spending more energy than usual.
Empty the fridge: you can do it all at once or in sections. If your fridge is especially dirty you might want to do it by sections, starting by the top to avoid having all food outside at the same time.
Set aside two areas for setting items down: one of them is for things that need to be cleaned out (Tupperware with expired food, dirty plates, almost empty bottles, etc.), and the other area is for items that need to be put back into the fridge. Discard anything that’s outdated.
Check your milk carton, olive jar, and other containers that are going to go back into the fridge. With a clean, damp rag, clean their bottoms and sides. In this way, they’ll be clean inhabitants of a clean fridge.
Can you remove shelves and drawers? Do it. Clean them out or, if possible, wash them with a mix of soft soap and warm water. Be careful not to do any scratches on the surface of them. You can also use some Windex on the glass shelves to get them extra clean and streak-free. Let them dry.
If you’re not able to remove shelves and drawers, include them in this step: spray the interior of the fridge with a solution of vinegar and water (equal parts), let it concentrate on soiled areas, and let it soak in.
With a damp sponge or towel, wipe and rub down all the spaces, you can also clean the shelf seams or rubber seals with detail using an old toothbrush.
Wipe everything down with a dry cloth.
If you removed them, return the clean shelves and drawers where they belong. Now return all the food and containers in an organized manner (you can have your fridge sections labeled to help keep items where they belong if you prefer).
Clean the exterior! When everything inside the fridge looks fine, take care of the outside. Tidy your magnets, discard what’s not useful, and give the exterior a quick wipe-down with your product of choice.
The Importance of Keeping Your Fridge Clean
Your fridge is the heart of your kitchen. It’s where you store the food that you and your loved ones eat every day. However, with constant use, it’s easy for your fridge to become dirty and cluttered, which can lead to unpleasant smells and unsanitary conditions. That’s why it’s important to regularly FRIDGE Cleaning.
Why Choose BA House Cleaning?
At BA House Cleaning, we take pride in providing our clients with the best cleaning services possible. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to delivering top-notch cleaning that exceeds your expectations. We use eco-friendly cleaning products that are safe for you, your family, and the environment.
In addition to our standard cleaning services, we offer specialized cleaning services, including fridge cleaning. Our team will work with you to determine your specific needs and tailor our services to meet them.
Final Thoughts
A clean and organized fridge is essential for maintaining a healthy and happy home. With BA House Cleaning, you can rest easy knowing that your fridge is in good hands. Contact us today to schedule a fridge cleaning or to learn more about our services.
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You’ve chosen marble for your countertops or floor. Brave decision. Marble is one of the most delicate surfaces to have in your home, even if it’s, well, stone.
According to the Marble Institute of America, “The first step in proper stone care and maintenance is to understand your stone’s geological classification and composition.”[1]
Marble is classified as a calcareous stone. It’s composed mainly of calcium carbonate (just like shells and pearls). However, as Calcium Carbonate is sensitive to acidic solutions, any splash of lemon juice or another acidic spill will leave a subtle mark.
That’s why we need to warn you: do not, by any means, use vinegar on marble.
So, how can you clean your marble countertops?
Take a bowl and mix warm water and gentle dish soap (make sure that it doesn’t contain any kind of acid). Fill a spray bottle with it, and spray the counter lightly. Wipe thoroughly with a wet dishcloth. Dry off with a clean cloth.
Even the glasses and cups that contain an acidic solution can permeate its content to your marble and damage it. So, use coasters all the time.
Marble everywhere!
If your marble is not on the kitchen countertops, but on your floors, you might want to mop as frequently as possible. Remember to use a clean rag. If you use a solution, go for one that is mostly alkaline.
If you prefer to vacuum, make sure that every part of your vacuum is in good condition in order to avoid scratching the surface of the floor.
You can also use mats and rugs to minimize the quantity of dust and dirt on your floors, as they may scratch the stone.
Spill Emergencies
You can say: yes, well, my marble is sealed. This is a great thing to have! But having a sealed marble doesn’t mean that it’s incorruptible, it just makes it more resistant.
So, when an accident occurs and you have an ugly stain on your stone, identifying the type of stain is the key to removing it.
Oil-based stains: Clean gently with a soft, liquid cleanser with one of the following: household detergent, mineral spirits, or acetone.
Organic: Coffee, tea, wine, and similar kind of stains may cause a pinkish-brown stain. If your marble is in outdoors, time, sun and rain will remove it, if the case is inside your house, clean it with 12% hydrogen peroxide and a few drops of ammonia.
Ink/paint: Use hydrogen peroxide for clear-colored stones. For dark-colored ones, clean them with lacquer thinner or acetone.
Water Spots and Rings: Hard water can accumulate and stain your marble. Buff with dry 0000 steel wool and your floor or countertop will be as good as new!
I have no stains, but scratches!
If your problem is scratches and nicks, you can follow the same steps as for the water stain: buff with dry 0000 steel wool. For deeper scratches and nicks ask for professional help.
How BA House Cleaning Can Help
At BA House Cleaning, we understand the importance of maintaining the beauty of your marble countertops. That’s why we offer professional cleaning services that are specifically designed for marble surfaces. Our team of experts uses pH-neutral cleaners and specialized techniques to ensure that your marble countertops are cleaned safely and effectively.
We also offer tips and advice on how to maintain your marble countertops between our cleaning appointments. Our team can provide you with personalized recommendations on the best cleaning products and techniques to use for your specific marble countertop.
Let us know your techniques to clean your marble stone at home!
