By Smriti Dey
June 7, 2026
Cleaning the kitchen top often is one of the most labour intensive tasks following long cooking hours. Oil splashes, spice stains and moisture build-up tend to settle quickly on surfaces. Get to know how to avoid getting or remove them from the tops completely to get a clean base next time when you cook!
Taking out jars, appliances, and utensils lets you see where grease and spills have landed. It also keeps dirt from spreading when you wipe around things.
If you don't clean up grease, it will stick to the kitchen base and attract dust. If you clean it first, the other stains will be easier to deal with.
The wet cloth helps get rid of dried food and spice residue. The second wipe keeps spots from forming and makes the surface clean.
When you're cooking a lot, corners get the most splashes. When you don't pay attention to it, the kitchen top often looks dirty even after you've cleaned it.
Over time, moisture can leave marks and make the finish look dull. Drying the base before cooking also helps keep the kitchen base clean and fresh.