Kitchen worktops are used in the preparation of food and drinks and as a result are vulnerable to spillages. If not immediately dealt with, these spillages can dry on the surface and give it a sticky texture. This is not only unpleasant but unsanitary, so in this article we discuss the best ways of cleaning a sticky kitchen worktop.
1. Prevention Rather Than Cure
If at all possible, try to mop up spillages with warm soapy water and a clean cloth as soon as they happen. This is often the easiest way to stop the worktop from getting sticky in the first place.
2. Use an Appropriate Cleaning Product
If the sticky residue has dried on to the worktop, use an appropriate disinfectant spray cleaner to remove it. Make sure the one that you choose is food safe and use a clean cloth that has been damped in warm water.
3. Worst-Case Scenario
If the stain has been left on the surface for a very long time, removing it will take a lot of elbow grease, and there is a chance that the worktop will remain stained, especially if it is a solid wood worktop. In this instance, you may wish to opt for a partial kitchen refurbishment, sourcing a replacement worktop such as those offered by https://www.thekitchenrefurbishmentcompany.co.uk.
In Conclusion
Food and drink spillages are inevitable, but by cleaning them up as soon as they happen, you are less likely to end up with stained, swollen or warped worktops that need to be replaced.
