Little Black Guidebook

Beautiful, pure, minimalist kitchen. Of course that is entirely spartan and modern for my husband’s taste so there will obviously have to be some room to compromise. So that’s the inspiration anyway. Before I can attempt to get to such a pure kitchen I have to do a literal cleanse first. Tonight and tomorrow night’s project will be finishing the rest of this list.

Hubby can you be tall for me and dust the top of the fridge? I’ll let you sharpen the knifes without complaining about the noise they make. Really, I promise!

Kitchen Spring Cleaning List: via Simply Stated

1. Scrub floors and counters. Have stone counter tops waxed if applicable.
2. Pull items off cabinet shelves, wipe down shelves, and replace contact paper if worn. Also wipe down cabinet doors and knobs. Inspect glassware and dining ware for chips and cracks, and replace as necessary.
3. Pull items out of drawers, wipe down the inside of the drawers, and replace contact paper or organization units if worn.
4. Clean refrigerator shelves, frame, and door with a mild detergent. Check expiration dates and dispose of any out-dated food.
5. If necessary, defrost freezer. Clean freezer shelves, frame, and door with a mild detergent. Check expiration dates and dispose of any out-dated food.
6. Deep clean oven, stove burners, and range hood.
7. Check expiration dates on all food in the pantry.
8. Wipe down thoroughly all small appliances.
9. Pull refrigerator out from wall and wash the floor under the unit. Carefully vacuum refrigerator coils per manufacturer’s instructions and visually inspect water hose for ice maker on refrigerator. Wash front grill of refrigerator with mild detergent.
10. Have knives professionally sharpened.
11. Polish or season cookware per manufacturer’s instructions.

+ like any good Overachiever I have to have my own bonus list

1. Find better way to deal with recycling