The accumulation of dust in kitchen cabinets is a source of chagrin for homeowners. Kitchens are regularly used for cooking food, so kitchen cleanliness and hygiene are a top priority to all homeowners. Cabinets usually store utensils and other items related to cooking which makes keeping them clean necessary to prevent exposure to harmful germs.
Here are 7 ways you can keep dust off your kitchen cabinets. Our tips focus on ways to prevent exposure of cabinets to dust and easy removal of dust from the cabinets
- Keep your cabinets closed
It is important to keep the drawers and doors of your cabinets closed as much as possible. Open cabinets provide a passage for dust particles inside cabinets. Many cabinets are left opened or partially opened, sometime during cooking or even overnight. Therefore, you should make a habit of closing them immediately after use and ensuring that the cabinets are closed before going to sleep.
§ Apply shelf liners
Many people use lining to keep dust off their cabinet shelves and make them easier to clean. Simple daily use items like thin sheets of plastic and butter paper can be used to line the Shelves. The shelves can also be lined with tiles which makes wiping dust much easier than on the wooden surface. However, make sure the tiles have a smooth (sometimes glossy) surface.
§ Use dust seals
Dust seals are usually silicone linings that can be installed at the openings of doors and drawers. These seals are very effective in keeping dust away by sealing the entry points of dust particles by forming an airtight seal in the cabinets.
§ Prevent moisture exposure
Moisture on the walls and shelves of cabinets attracts dust particles to cling to their surfaces and also makes it quite difficult to clean. Hence, your cabinets must be kept moisture-free as much as possible. Fix all water leakages in your kitchens, and do not let water stand in your cabinets. Also, make sure to completely dry your dishes or utensils before placing them in your cabinets.
§ Choose your location wisely
Dust particles naturally occur in the air. These particles tend to be more concentrated near the industrial areas, city centers, and high traffic areas (like main roads). Homes or apartments near these locations tend to face a greater menace of dust particles on their premises. However, it is not possible for everyone to avoid such circumstances.
§ Clean your cabinets regularly
Dust accumulation becomes denser and denser on the cabinet surfaces over time. Hence, you should make it a habit of cleaning your cabinets regularly. This practice not only prevents dust accumulation but also protects your kitchen utensils from harmful bacteria that may dwell over time in your cabinets.
§ Wax your cabinet surfaces
Waxing the insides of your cabinets also helps keep dust off. The glossy or slippery surface after the application of wax acts as a barrier to dust accumulation. These surfaces are also become much easier to clean.
