Kitchen Cleaning Services
Everything you actually need to know — from daily wipe-downs to full commercial deep cleans. No fluff, just what works.
The Opening Case
Right, so I’ve been doing interior design and home services for about ten years now, and honestly, the kitchen is the one room that either makes or breaks a home. It is the heart of the house. And it is also, without a doubt, the hardest room to keep clean. I’ve walked into so many kitchens — some beautifully maintained, some absolutely horrifying — and I can tell you, the difference is not just money or time. It is knowing what to do and actually doing it.
I had a client last year, lovely woman, kept her lounge spotless but the kitchen was a different story. The extractor fan was caked in grease, the cupboard doors were sticky, and the sink had this grey film around the drain. She had no idea it had gotten that bad. We sorted it out over two days and she said it felt like a completely new kitchen.
A clean kitchen is not just about looks. It is about health, honestly. Grease build-up, bacteria on surfaces, mould around the sink — these things are genuinely harmful.
Clean Kitchen,
Cleaner Life
A clean kitchen smells better, cooks better, and honestly, it makes you want to spend time in there. That matters more than people realise.
The key is not doing one massive annual clean — it is consistency. A quick wipe after cooking, dealing with spills immediately, and keeping the sink dry after use. These small habits stop the big problems from ever starting.
Think of it like this: five minutes every day versus five hours every month. The daily version is always easier, always more pleasant, and your kitchen always looks good.
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Daily Habits
Wipe surfaces after cooking. Dry the sink. Empty the bins. These small things prevent the big build-ups.
Weekly Routine
Clean the hob, degrease the extractor, wipe cabinet fronts, and mop the floor properly.
Monthly Deep
Inside the oven, behind appliances, inside cupboards — the stuff you do not see every day.
Commercial Kitchen Cleaning
If you run a café, restaurant, or any food business, commercial kitchen cleaning is not optional. It is a legal requirement. And it is a big job.
Commercial kitchens deal with a huge volume of cooking every single day. The grease, the steam, the food residue — it builds up incredibly fast. I am talking about floors, walls, equipment, vents, hoods, fryers, ovens — everything needs to be on a regular cleaning schedule.
Daily Tasks
Wiping surfaces, cleaning equipment after use, sweeping and mopping floors, and emptying grease traps.
Weekly Tasks
Deep cleaning ovens and fryers, scrubbing floors, and degreasing walls behind cooking equipment.
Monthly Tasks
Full extraction cleaning, descaling equipment, deep cleaning cold rooms, and storage areas.
If you are running a food business and not doing this properly, you are risking a food hygiene inspection fail. I’ve seen it happen. Not pretty. A failed inspection is not just embarrassing — it can shut you down.
Commercial Kitchen
Cleaning Services
Some things you just need professionals for. The deep degreasing, the extraction system works, the high-pressure cleaning of equipment — this requires proper training, the right chemicals, and the right equipment.
Kitchen Cleaning
Products
This is a question I get asked all the time. There are so many products out there, and a lot of them are just fancy packaging for the same chemicals. Let me tell you what actually works.
For general surface cleaning, a good multi-surface spray is fine. Something with antibacterial properties, especially around food prep areas. For grease, you need something stronger — a dedicated degreaser is worth buying. For limescale around the sink and taps, white vinegar or a specialist remover works really well.
The truth is, you do not need twenty different products. You need about five good ones, and you are sorted for everything.
The best cleaning results I’ve ever seen came from white vinegar, bicarbonate of soda, and a bit of actual elbow grease. The effort, not just the brand.
The Best Kitchen
Cleaning Products
Here is my actual shortlist. These are products I use and recommend to clients regularly.
Everyday Surfaces
Method All-Purpose Spray
Smells decent, works well on worktops, tiles, and splashbacks. A solid daily cleaner.
Grease & Grime
Elbow Grease Degreaser
Cheap, everywhere, and one of the best things for kitchen grease. Genuinely brilliant.
Oven Cleaning
Oven Pride
Put trays and racks in the bag overnight. They come out clean with minimal effort. Game changer.
Stainless Steel
Baby Oil
Sounds odd, works brilliantly. Buff a few drops on any stainless surface for a perfect shine.
Limescale
HG Limescale Remover
Proper stuff. Leaves taps and sinks looking brand new. Worth having under the sink always.
Disinfecting
Zoflora Concentrate
Dilute in water. Smells amazing, kills bacteria, and works on floors and surfaces. A favourite.
How to Deep Clean
Your Kitchen
A regular wipe-down is not a deep clean. Set aside a full day if it has been a while. Here is how I would approach it — do it in sections so you do not feel overwhelmed.
01. Clear Everything Out
Empty the counters, pull out freestanding appliances, and take everything out of the cupboards you are cleaning. You cannot clean properly around stuff. Start fresh.
02. Start from the Top
Clean light fittings, tops of cupboards, and any high shelving. Dust and grease fall down, so always work top to bottom — this is the one rule everyone forgets.
03. Apply Oven Cleaner First
Apply oven cleaner and leave it to work while you do other things. Come back to it in 30–40 minutes. Oven Pride or Mr Muscle. Both work well.
04. Hob and Extractor
Degrease the hob thoroughly. Remove and soak burner caps or grids. Clean the extractor hood, filter, and surrounds — more on the filter below.
05. Inside the Cupboards
Wipe down shelves and inside doors. Check for expired food and sticky patches. While you are at it, think about what can go — less clutter means easier future cleaning.
06. Worktops and Splashbacks
Degrease and sanitise all surfaces. Pay attention to the gaps between the worktop and the wall — grease and crumbs love to hide there.
07. Sink and Appliances
Scrub the basin, descale around the taps, and clean the drain. Then microwave, fridge, toaster — inside and out. Vacuum the back coils on the fridge if you can access them.
08. Floors Last
Sweep or vacuum first, then mop. Get into the corners and along the skirting. This is the final step — everything else has been knocked onto it by now.
Kitchen Extract
& Extraction Cleaning
This is the one people forget about the most. And it is one of the most important. Your kitchen extractor fan and the ductwork behind it collects grease over time. A lot of grease.
Over months and years, this becomes a serious fire hazard. Grease fires in kitchens are common, and a dirty extraction system is a big contributor. This is not me being dramatic — it is just fact.
Kitchen extract cleaning involves the visible hood, the filters, the fan, and the ductwork. For commercial kitchens, this is a legal requirement under UK fire safety regulations. For domestic kitchens, the ductwork gets ignored — but the hood and filters should be cleaned every couple of months at a minimum.
Frequency Guide
Domestic: Hood filter every 1–2 months. Full ductwork annually.
Light commercial: Every 6 months.
Busy commercial: Every 3 months or more frequently.
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How to Clean Your
Kitchen Hood Filter
This takes about twenty minutes and makes a huge difference. Here is how to do it properly.
First, remove the filter. Most filters clip or slide out — check your extractor’s manual if you are not sure. Look at it. If it is grey and gunky, that is grease build-up.
Method 01 — Dishwasher
If your filter is dishwasher safe (most metal mesh ones are), stick it in on a hot cycle. Add an extra dishwasher tablet if it is really dirty. This is honestly the easiest way.
Method 02 — Soaking
Fill your sink with very hot water, a generous squirt of washing-up liquid, and half a cup of bicarbonate of soda. Submerge the filter and leave it for at least 20 minutes.
Then scrub gently with a soft brush. Rinse and leave to dry completely before putting back.
Do this every month or two, and your extractor will work better, smell better, and be a lot safer.
How to Clean Kitchen Cabinets
Kitchen cabinets, especially around the hob and cooking area, get absolutely hammered with grease and steam. The fronts look dull, the handles are sticky, and the insides get crumby and messy.
For most cabinet finishes, a mixture of warm water and a small amount of washing up liquid on a soft cloth works well. Wipe in the direction of the grain. Do not soak the cloth — you do not want water getting into joints or edges.
For grease build-up, a diluted degreaser is your friend. Spray on, leave for a minute, then wipe off. Do not scrub hard on painted or lacquered finishes — it can dull them permanently.
Handles and knobs — take them off if you can and give them a proper soak if they are really sticky. Much easier than cleaning around them.
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Inside the cupboards, while they are empty, is a great time to declutter. Less stuff in there means easier cleaning every time. A good rule: if you have not used it in a year, it can probably go.
How to Clean
Matt Kitchen Cupboards
Matt finishes are really popular right now. They look great. But they are trickier to clean than gloss because they show marks more easily, and some products can leave them looking streaky.
What Works
Barely damp microfibre cloth with a tiny drop of washing up liquid. Wipe gently. Dry immediately with a clean cloth.
For Tougher Marks
Astonish cream cleaner or Bar Keepers Friend cream. Tiny amount, small, gentle circles. Rinse completely off.
The Golden Rule
Little and often. Marks build up fast on matte finishes. Catch them early, and they come off easily. Leave them, and it is a much harder job.
What to Never Use
Abrasive cloths, harsh chemicals, anything with bleach, and never scrub hard. All of these can permanently damage the matte finish.
How to Clean a Stainless Steel Sink
I love a stainless steel sink. Durable, hygienic, and they look great when clean. The problem is they show water marks, scratches, and limescale really easily.
The number one trick most people do not know? After cleaning, dry it completely and buff with a few drops of baby oil on a soft cloth. It sounds ridiculous. It works brilliantly. Leaves the sink looking incredible and helps repel future water marks.
Always rub in the direction of the grain — you can see fine lines in the steel. Go with them, never against them. This prevents micro-scratches that dull the finish over time.
The Sink Routine
Rinse after every use. Quick wipe. Do not leave standing water. This prevents limescale from building up.
Washing up liquid, soft cloth, rub with the grain. Rinse. Dry. Buff with baby oil.
White vinegar or HG Limescale Remover on a cloth draped over affected areas. 10–15 minutes. Wipe off.
Avoid: Steel wool, bleach, abrasive cleaners. Also, avoid leaving tea bags or acidic foods sitting in the sink — they stain.
A Few Final Thoughts
Kitchen cleaning does not have to be a massive chore if you keep on top of it. A quick wipe-down after cooking, cleaning the filter every couple of months, and a proper deep clean a few times a year — that is really all it takes for a domestic kitchen. A clean kitchen is one of the best things you can do for your home. It is where food is made, where families gather, where the day starts. It is worth looking after.
Kitchen Cleaning
Our Kitchen Cleaning service removes grease, stains, and bacteria from all surfaces and appliances, leaving your kitchen fresh, hygienic, and safe using professional, eco-friendly cleaning products.
