wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. It’s ok but not perfect. Anyway, they weren’t as white as my appliances, so 3 years ago, I had my cupboards professionally done in a pure white, high gloss melamine. And the residue it leaves behind can be difficult to remove as well. A glossy shiny surface has the same effect - fine to get off marks, but turn your back, and the ghost marker is back again.I use VuPlex - but my doors are high gloss. Don’t forget the handles, as I always use a paper towels to go around the edges.That’s a really great article. I have one of them on my fridge door. Or google it........rather depends on where you are geographically. I must agree with the apple cider vinegar and hydrogen peroxide as a cabinet cleaner. Cost a fortune. Allow the wax enough time to dry before buffing.3. I also have Matt navy cupboards and have been finding them a nightmare with finger prints I’ve loved reading all your comments I’m now gonna give glass cleaner a go! -MARGERYHi Margery – my first thoughts on the cause of your cabinets yellowing is sunlight. Regardless of what the item is, when it’s dirty you clean it. There are cleaning products for individual items and you should stick to the specific item that the cleaning product recommends. hello, we have matt finish (veneer) kitchen cupboards. Vuplex is just another alternative and I don’t use it. Whoever wrote this should get a raise!" Works brilliantly We have the same issue with magnet grey cupboards - I’ve only found one solution that’s works! These fingerprints are not shifting! "This worked a treat. UV rays are a common fading/yellowing problem for paint and laminates – draperies, blinds, or window film will help to protect your cabinets from harmful UV light.It could also be caused by heat from the stovetop/oven – are the three problem units close to your stove? I've tried kitchen cleaner and I've tried washing up liquid to no avail. So annoying, the marks seem to go, then reappear when dry. It’s a bit like emulsion paint is for indoor walls, you wouldn’t apply it outside where the increment weather would destroy the finish. Gloss is probably a bit more 'showy' and will reflect the light around more. Whoever wrote this should get a raise!" For the easiest cleaning and paper changing, stick with non-sticky paper!If you have a sensitivity to bleach or prefer not to use it, here are a few other options to consider:Tea tree oil is another natural disinfectant that will kill bacteria.The tops of kitchen cupboards are where the really nasty, thick, greasy crud lives.
If so, a heat-resistant paint might be a solution.As for cleaning products, a good solution to remove yellowing is to mix up a solution of white vinegar (1 cup) with warm water (2 cups) and baking soda (1 tbsp.) Twelve years of the same (F&B) colour sounds so boring but the time has flown. They say they have to clean their matte cabinets more often than they had to clean their previous, glossy cabinets. After applying the wax, it needs time to dry before buffing with a soft cloth.Three important points to remember about waxing are:1. If your cabinets have built up grease and grime, soak a washcloth in vinegar and warm water and scrub the affected area. We chose spraying in low sheen 25%. Grease can be a real chore to clean up after a while of build up. Hope this helps!Hi Niah, wood stain is a tough one. That said, matt finish has definitely been growing in popularity. I'm sure you can get them from Home Bargains and supermarkets as well as AmazonI found those magic sponges quite abrasive. Follow our cleaning tips to ensure your doors look freshly fitted for months and years to come. Would take off gloss finish.I use glass cleaner. It’s still there! It's an amazing product with many uses so you wouldn't be wasting your money if you got a can to try.My friend who is a professional cleaner recommended the method range.
The original painting I did myself didn’t yellow. Apply a thin coat. Your cupboards not only look great after a thorough scrub-down, they also bring the peace of mind that cleanliness provides.An excellent finishing touch to your kitchen cleaning spree? Wipe with a damp cloth and polish till completely dry with a Micro fibre cloth. What would you suggest? You could even use the misfortune to update your kitchen by choosing different doors/colours for some of the cupboards. The kitchen was fitted "raw" and then removed to the spray shop. Just installed, and fingerprints, watermarks etc very obvious.