Care tips for the kitchen
Tipps & Tricks zur Pflege von Arbeitsplatten und Rückwänden aus Glas
General care tips for the kitchen
When cleaning the kitchen, it is always important to avoid aggressive chemicals and cleaning agents with an abrasive effect. We therefore use lukewarm water and the gentlest possible cleaning agents, such as a drop of washing-up liquid. Use a lint-free, soft cloth to clean the surfaces.
When using your chosen cleaning or care product for the first time, test it on an inconspicuous area to ensure that it has no negative effects on the precious materials.c
Glass is characterized by its smooth, easy-to-clean and hygienic surface. Improper handling, such as scrubbing, scratching and cutting on glass should be avoided. It is therefore essential to use a suitable surface for cutting work. We recommend using a trivet to place hot cooking utensils on.
The most important tips summarized:
- Clean all surfaces regularly. The older the dirt, the more difficult it is to remove.
- Use soft, non-abrasive cloths or sponges for all surfaces.
- Also ensure that your kitchen is sufficiently ventilated.
- Avoid scouring agents, steel wool, cleaning agents with abrasive additives or agents containing acetic or citric acid as well as other aggressive chemicals of any kind, as they will damage the surfaces.
- Do not scour, scratch or cut glass surfaces. Use a suitable surface instead.
How do I clean glass worktops and kitchen splashbacks?
Glass is certainly one of the most durable materials for the kitchen. It is also easy to clean. No further care is required to preserve the surface in the long term. As a rule, it is sufficient to clean glass with plenty of water, possibly a splash of washing-up liquid and a soft cloth.
Alkaline detergents, acids and fluoride-containing cleaners should not be used for cleaning as they can damage the surface. Also refrain from removing stubborn dirt with steel wool, razor blades or similar tools. Otherwise the glass surface may be damaged.
Care tips for kitchen worktops and splashbacks made of glass:
- Clean the glass surface with clear water as well as a microfiber cloth and use a sponge for glass ceramic worktops.
- A cleaning stone (magic cleaner) is also recommended.
- Remove stains immediately and do not allow them to dry.
- For streak-free cleaning, rinse and wipe thoroughly.
How do I clean porcelain ceramic worktops and splashbacks?
Worktops have to withstand a lot and should therefore be hard-wearing and easy to clean at the same time. The same applies to splashbacks and splashbacks in the kitchen. A good tip is to remove splashes and spills as quickly as possible to avoid unsightly stains or even damage to the material. In general, the best way to clean worktops and splashbacks is with clean water and a soft cloth. A drop of washing-up liquid can be used for heavier soiling. Thorough rinsing and wiping dry will prevent streaks or smears.
Care tips for kitchen worktops and splashbacks made of porcelain ceramic:
- Clean the surface with clear water and a microfiber cloth or a sponge (especially for glass ceramic worktops).
- A cleaning stone (magic cleaner) is also recommended.
- Remove stains immediately - it is best not to allow them to dry!
- Thorough rinsing and wiping avoids streaks.
FAQs for kitchen cleaning
For reasons of hygiene, it is advisable to clean the worktop after each use. With our glass worktops, it is usually sufficient to wipe them with a damp cloth. If there are splashes on the back wall, this should also be cleaned immediately.
The sink should also be cleaned daily so that no food residue collects there.
Regularly wiping down the kitchen fronts is also part of proper kitchen cleaning.
Whether the hob and oven need to be cleaned depends on how they are used and how dirty they are. Induction hobs are generally the easiest to clean.
The dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator should be cleaned every few months. It is also a good idea to check for products that are past their expiration date.
As long as the worktop is cleaned regularly, it is not necessary to disinfect it. A healthy person's immune system can deal with the germs that live there. However, please do not store and process food directly on the worktop, but on cutting boards provided for this purpose. The same board or knife must not be used for raw meat, fish or vegetables. Dangerous germs and bacteria do not stand a chance if you wipe the surface with a damp cloth after each work step.
If there are drops of water on the sink or your glass worktop, they should be wiped up as quickly as possible. Clean the products with clean water and a microfiber cloth and then wipe the surfaces dry. This will prevent limescale residues from remaining after drying.
When cleaning glass surfaces, use either new cloths or cloths that are free of soap residue. Cleaning cloths should therefore never be washed with fabric softener and should be rinsed with plenty of clean water after washing so that the detergent is completely removed. To be on the safe side, the glass surface should be rubbed dry with a leather cloth at the end.
As our products are particularly easy to clean, particularly mild cleaning agents are sufficient. The milder, the better! Clear water or a few drops of washing-up liquid are often enough.
Never use scouring agents, steel wool, cleaning agents with abrasive additives or agents containing acetic or citric acid or chemicals of any kind, as they can damage the surfaces.
Outside the kitchen cupboard, all kitchen utensils, cupboards, back walls and the extractor hood will build up a layer of grease and dust over time. Larger surfaces can be easily cleaned with water and a grease-dissolving washing-up liquid.
Grease deposits and particularly sticky dirt also build up on the cupboards. You can easily prevent this by lining these surfaces with newspaper. These can be replaced regularly. The grease collected on the paper can then be removed quickly and without scrubbing.
The mishap has happened: something has leaked and left a pungent smell in the kitchen cupboard despite immediate cleaning. A simple trick to counteract this is to place ground coffee in the cupboard. This binds odors and leaves a pleasant aroma.