{"id":2382,"date":"2018-09-27T10:38:13","date_gmt":"2018-09-27T09:38:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/?p=2382"},"modified":"2023-05-17T15:24:20","modified_gmt":"2023-05-17T14:24:20","slug":"keep-kitchen-worktop-materials-amazing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/keep-kitchen-worktop-materials-amazing\/","title":{"rendered":"How to keep all kitchen worktop materials looking amazing"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019ll often have heard it said that the kitchen is the heart of your home. At Savoy Timber, we couldn\u2019t agree more. Plus, you can\u2019t deny that your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/kitchen-worktops\/laminate-kitchen-worktops.html\"><strong>kitchen worktops<\/strong><\/a> have a tendency to get pretty unclean very quickly. This can make the entire kitchen look messy, and we all know how quickly insects and other little pests can jump on any crumbs, too! Whether you\u2019ve got <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/kitchen-worktops\/laminate-kitchen-worktops.html\">laminate kitchen worktops<\/a><\/strong> or they\u2019re made from another material, it\u2019s important to know how they react to various cleaning substances \u2013 it\u2019s the best way to avoid damaging them, while leaving them looking sparkling clean!<\/p>\n<h2>How to clean sealed wood worktops<\/h2>\n<p>Wood has always been quite a popular option for kitchen worktops here in the UK. (We even stock our own real solid oak wooden kitchen worktops here at Savoy Timber!) They\u2019re a particular favourite for traditional kitchens, but can look quite at home in modern ones, too, and can give a great sense of warmth and homeliness to the space.<\/p>\n<p>The tradeoff, though, is that they do take a bit of care to clean. In order to clean them most effectively whilst minimising any possible damage, you need to dilute a bleach solution of 20ml (one tablespoon or half a tablespoon) of bleach in 5 litres (1 gallon) of water, and apply it with a J-cloth to any stubborn grime. Don\u2019t hang about as you do it, or you risk the bleach changing the colour of the wood! Plus, don\u2019t forget to re-oil the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/kitchen-worktops\/laminate-kitchen-worktops.html\"><strong>worktops<\/strong><\/a> every three months or so to keep them stain and water-resistant.<\/p>\n<h2>How to clean marble worktops<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"img-responsive alignnone wp-image-2383 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/ultraslim-carrara-marble-resized.png\" alt=\"ultraslim carrara marble\" width=\"730\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/ultraslim-carrara-marble-resized.png 730w, https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/ultraslim-carrara-marble-resized-300x123.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Another tricky one. Marble worktops are usually quite expensive, which means you\u2019ll want to take extra care to avoid any potentially costly repairs (or unsightly marks if you can\u2019t afford them). Bleach might be a bit of a risky tactic when it comes to marble, so instead wipe it down with a sudsy solution from a bowl of mild washing up liquid. As a general rule, anything that claims to be soft on your skin will also be soft on marble. However, the same rules as above apply \u2013 rinse it away immediately afterwards. Detergent residue can also easily damage marble, so make sure to bear that in mind!<\/p>\n<h2>The best way to clean stainless steel worktops<\/h2>\n<p>If you own stainless steel worktops, you\u2019ll probably have already noticed that they can be exceptionally prone to finger marks, especially if they\u2019re sticky. To get rid of them, or any other stubborn stains, put a dab of cooking or baby oil on a clean cloth and rub it across the whole surface. Pay particular attention to marked areas! If you find you need to do a larger, full-scale cleaning, you can again clean stainless steel worktops with a solution of mild washing up liquid, before buffing it with a soft cloth.<\/p>\n<h2>Keep natural solids or man-made surfaces looking pristine<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"img-responsive alignnone wp-image-2384 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/soapy-water-resized.png\" alt=\"soapy water\" width=\"730\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/soapy-water-resized.png 730w, https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/soapy-water-resized-300x123.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>An antibacterial spray cleaner is your best buddy here \u2013 and make sure you dry it thoroughly! If you want, a bit of extra added disinfectant never goes amiss either. Alternatively, you can wipe it down with hot, soapy water, and use a clean cloth or paper towels to dry. If there are any stains causing you issues, you can remove them by gently scrubbing them with a cream cleaner, or a paste of bicarbonate and soda.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s all there is to it! Your kitchen will be sparkling again before you know it. This is especially the case if you\u2019ve got <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/kitchen-worktops\/laminate-kitchen-worktops.html\"><strong>laminate kitchen worktops<\/strong><\/a>, which tend to be amongst the easiest to clean. We\u2019ve got a huge selection of laminate <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/kitchen-worktops\/laminate-kitchen-worktops.html\">worktops<\/a><\/strong> here at Savoy Timber \u2013 check out our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/kitchen-worktops.html\">best sellers here<\/a><\/strong>, or pop into any of our DIY stores across Preston, Blackpool or Wigan, where one of our friendly members of staff will be only too happy to lend a helping hand!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019ll often have heard it said that the kitchen is the heart of your home. At Savoy Timber, we couldn\u2019t agree more. Plus, you can\u2019t deny that your kitchen worktops have a tendency to get pretty unclean very quickly. This can make the entire kitchen look messy, and we all know how quickly insects and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":2385,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v19.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How to keep all kitchen worktop materials looking amazing | Savoy DIY<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Whether you&#039;ve got laminate kitchen worktops, marble worktops, or even real wood worktops, we&#039;re share the secrets to keeping them all clean and pristine!\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/keep-kitchen-worktop-materials-amazing\/\" \/>\n<meta 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