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How to Get Food Stains Out of Maple Wood Kitchen Cabinets

Maple wood is a common material for kitchen cabinets that provides a base for a wide variety of decors and styles. Unlike synthetic cabinets, maple wood is more sensitive to any cleaning solution or process that involves excessive water. The wood, like any other type of wood, will absorb food stains you’ll need to remove as soon as possible. Use a cleaning process that will clean the food residue without damaging the maple wood.

Things You'll Need

  • Spray bottle
  • Liquid dish soap
  • Terry cloths
  • Rubbing alcohol
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Instructions

  1. Everyday Cleaning

    • 1

      Fill a spray bottle with water.

    • 2

      Add 1 tablespoon liquid dish soap to the water and close the lid. Shake the bottle to combine the solution.

    • 3

      Spray the soapy solution on the food stain on the kitchen cabinet. Let it sit for 2 minutes.

    • 4

      Wipe the food stain with a terry cloth. The raised nap on the terry cloth will help scrub away the food residue.

    • 5

      Rinse the maple wood cabinet with clear water and dry it completely with a clean cloth.

    Cleaning Old Food Stains

    • 6

      Soak a terry cloth in rubbing alcohol.

    • 7

      Rub the terry cloth over the stain until it is completely gone.

    • 8

      Rinse the area with clear water and dry it completely.