Identify the surface and residue
Painted timber, laminate, stone, stainless steel, glass and enamel have different care limits. Read the maker's instructions and check whether residue is ordinary grease, a coating change or another stain before treatment.
Start with a gentle, controlled clean
Remove loose food first, then use a soft cloth and a compatible labelled product. Apply only as directed, allow the stated time and wipe away residue. Avoid soaking cabinet seams, unsealed wood, controls and electrical openings.
Treat appliances separately
Switch cooktops and ovens off and allow them to cool. Check manuals before removing burners, filters or parts. Do not spray into vents or controls, scrape coated surfaces or use an oven cleaner on another appliance unless its maker permits that use.
Do not mix cleaners or escalate blindly
Never combine degreasers with bleach, ammonia, vinegar, acids, oven products or another cleaner. If the finish changes, grease does not lift with a compatible gentle method or a component is damaged, stop and ask the maker or an appropriate specialist.
Confirm the cleaning scope
A kitchen-cleaning quote should list benches, cupboard exteriors, floors and each optional appliance interior separately. Cleaning cannot repair a coating, fix a leaking appliance or guarantee removal of old damage.
