All you need toclean stainless steelis a towel, microfiber cloth, and some waterbut no soap.
Over time, this buildup can cause dullness or discoloration on the surface.
Wood Cutting Boards
Dont put that wooden cutting board in the dishwasher.
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Knives
Like cutting boards, knives can be damaged by repeated soap and water exposure.
Specifically, DaSilvia says, the suds cause the blades to become corroded and dulled.
Hardwood Floors
Despite their reputation for durability,cleaning hardwood floorsmust be done correctly to prevent damage.
Dish soap might remove the protective oils in the wood, leaving it susceptible to damage, Koren says.
Additionally, the chemicals in dish soap can harm the floor finish and speed up wear-and-tear.
Instead, use acommercial hardwood floor cleanerthats designed to be gentle on the material.
Koren also recommends mixing white vinegar or lemon juice with water for an effective and gentle cleaning solution.
A more effective alternative: mixing equal parts water and white vinegar, Koren says.
This will dissolve mineral deposits and get your coffee maker clean, without any lingering suds.
She recommends using special cleaning solutions designed for electronics.
Dampen a microfiber cloth with the cleaning solution and gently wipe the surfaces.
Just confirm the cloth isnt too dampyou dont want any liquid dripping into your electronics.
And remember to always unplug electronics before cleaning.
And surprise, surprise, using soap is not the best method.
In place of soap, use dry or slightly damp microfiber cloths to spot clean your walls as needed.
Instead, use a cloth dampened with amild, leather-specific cleanerfor big messes.
For lighter touch-ups, dust your leather furniture with a dry cloth.
Stick to a basic microfiber cloth forcleaning granite countertopsand a neutral pH stone cleaner forcleaning marble countertops.
