Cleaning expert reveals the 'sneaky' hidden spot you're forgetting to clean in your kitchen – and how to tackle it
This germ and grime hotspot is commonly overlooked in kitchen cleaning
The kitchen is one of the busiest rooms in any home, and because of that, it can get pretty grimy fast. And while cleaning the counters is self-explanatory, there are some hidden spots we often miss that, over time, build up with dirt.
Surprisingly, there are more common kitchen cleaning mistakes than you may think; from overusing bleach to ignoring hard water damage, it's easy to get it wrong when cleaning your kitchen. However, aside from these, there are certain spots in the space that you might've forgotten to tackle as they're out of sight and out of mind.
One of these spots is the edge of induction hobs; the seal around your hob can quickly collect food scraps, spills and grease. Luckily, Queen of Clean, Lynsey Crombie, is here to show you how to tackle it.
Revealing the commonly forgotten grime hotspot on her Instagram @lynsey_queenofclean, she points out that while you may think your hob is clean, you need to make sure you're checking around the rim of the cooking appliance.
"It’s one of those sneaky little spots where dirt, grime and all sorts like to hide," warns Lynsey.
Knowing how to clean an induction hob properly can be a challenge in itself, with burn marks and streaks to battle against. However, taking that extra step to also remove build-up from around the appliance will ensure your cooking space remains hygienic and odour-free.
To ensure you don't leave a crumb behind, Lynsey recommends using a scraping tool to manually remove the build-up from around the seal of the induction hob. If you have one of the best steam cleaners, then this is a good time to use it too.
After scraping around the stovetop, it's time to crack out your usual cleaners for the actual glass surface of the induction hob. Whilst you can use your beloved luxury cleaning products here, Lynsey uses a classic Cif cream cleaner and finishes with a white vinegar spray.
While we would definitely add your hob to the list of things you should clean more regularly in your home, it won't need adding to your daily cleaning habits. Just keep an eye on the spot and tackle it when needed.
If you want to get your space reset quickly, then you can clean your kitchen in under an hour with some expert tips and tricks.
