Tips To Make Your Kitchen Cabinets Last Longer

Posted by nationallumber on May 19th, 2014

Cabinets are one of the most important things in a kitchen. They increase the storage space and give our kitchen organized and clutter free look. Like every other thing, our kitchen cabinets suffer wear and tear too, but with proper care and maintenance, cabinets retain their beauty and function for many years. Here are some tips for care and maintenance of your kitchen cabinets, brought to you by National Lumber Co, the leading provider of kitchen cabinets in Baltimore.

How to protect

No matter which company’s cabinets you purchase, heat and moisture are something you should always be careful of. Always wipe off excess moisture and be careful of extreme heat sources, such as kettles, toasters, ovens and base heaters.

Cleaning of the cabinets

A soft cotton cloth dampened with warm water is usually sufficient to clean your cabinets. If more thorough cleaning is required, please use a fresh solution of mild hand dishwashing liquid mixed with warm water. After cleaning, wipe all surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. Don’t forget to dry immediately using another soft, clean cloth. Never use harsh detergents, strong soaps, and abrasive cleaning products, such as tub and sink cleansers, scouring powder, scouring pads, steel wool or self polishing waxes. Even sponges and dish cloths may contain particles that could scratch your cabinets, so, refrain from using them.

Maintenance of the cabinets

Good cabinets like Armstrong Cabinets are designed for a lifetime of trouble-free use, but sometimes excess pressure from leaning or hanging onto cabinet doors may compromise the hinge, or tear the hinge plate off the cabinets, so, always take care when closing or opening the cabinet doors. Refrain from overloading the drawers and the shelves, as excess weight from heavy items may cause the drawers and the shelves to malfunction.

Polishing your cabinets

If at some future date you want to paint or refinish your cabinets, be cautious. Many paints are not compatible with cabinet finishes. Severe surface pealing or blistering of the paint could result.

Cleaning the glass

If your kitchen contains cabinetry accented with glass doors, a few precautions are necessary. Spray an ammonia-free glass cleaner on a clean, soft, lint-free cloth or paper towel. Do not spray cleaner directly on the glass. It could seep behind the window dividers and cause damage.

Care of roller and ball bearing slide systems

Periodically clean with a soft damp cloth. Ball-bearing slides are lubricated with grease from the manufacturer to ensure smooth quiet operation and long life. Avoid removal of this grease during cleaning.

Your kitchen cabinets can function great for years if good care and precautions are taken. It will not just extend the life and beauty of your kitchen cabinetry, but will also save you from unnecessary expenditure and headaches. Also, it is important to buy your cabinets only from a trusted provider like National Lumber Co.

National Lumber Co. offers the best Kitchen cabinets in Washington that fit any budget, style and needs. For all your kitchen cabinetry needs and for more expert suggestions on care and maintenance of your kitchen cabinetry, simply visit-http://www.nationallumber.biz/