HOW TO CLEAN YOUR WORKTOP PROPERLY?

The worktop is a kitchen element that might seem obvious to clean, especially in domestic kitchens. In fact, it’s quite simple: just wipe with a damp sponge and a few drops of dishwashing liquid, and you’re done! However, when it comes to cleaning worktops, it’s important to take into account the material from which they are made. While most private kitchens have metal worktops, the materials used in professional kitchens are more varied.

The most important thing when cleaning worktops is to use products that are suitable for the surface.

When in doubt, use soap paste!

When in doubt about the material of your worktop, the best thing to do is to opt for a multi-purpose household cleaning product. Soap paste meets this criterion perfectly, as it has been designed to shine, degrease and remove stubborn stains from various surfaces. You can therefore use it on tiles, metal, porcelain, ceramics, etc.

Thanks to the cleaning agents it contains, soap paste is effective on all types of soiling. To use, simply coat the surface and rub with a damp sponge. Once the product has foamed, rinse it off with a clean damp sponge.

Choose Impec soap paste to clean and shine your worktop quickly and easily. With its 400 ml format, this product is ideal for intensive use, and it also has a long shelf life, as it is packaged in a jar that closes with a lid. Another advantage of soap paste is that it saves you money on other household cleaning products.

How to make a worktop shine effectively?

To ensure that you clean your worktop without damaging the material, you must use the right products:

Cleaning a wooden worktop

Some worktops are carved from wood, especially in rustic kitchens. The best way to clean them is with a damp sponge and a little dishwashing liquid, if the surface is very dirty. You can also rinse the wood with a little white vinegar or lemon juice, in the event of greasy deposits.

Finally, it is advisable to varnish the worktop before using it for the first time to protect the wood from stains when cooking.

Cleaning a marble or granite worktop

Granite and marble are materials that are highly sensitive to external aggression. A marble or granite worktop will therefore be fragile and require particular care during cleaning, as it can quickly deteriorate due to corrosive agents.

If you have this kind of worktop in your kitchen, we recommend washing it with baking soda dissolved in hot water. Marseille soap is also effective for removing stains from marble and granite.

Finally, if the stand is stained, you can use soda crystals diluted in lukewarm water to effectively remove the stain without damaging the surface.

Cleaning a composite worktop

Composite is a fragile material that easily deteriorates on contact with strippers. Fortunately, soap paste is also suitable for gently polishing this surface. You can also clean composite worktops with dishwashing liquid, just as you would with a stainless steel worktop.