Goodbye bacteria! In just 5 minutes, you can remove all the dirt from this place that is too often forgotten when cleaning the kitchen.
The kitchen is one of the rooms in the house where we spend the most time. But be careful, it is also one of the rooms in the house that requires the most maintenance. Worktop, hotplates, sink, splashback, cupboard doors, tea towels… Do you think you are impeccable and have cleaned everything well? It is very likely that you have neglected a place that you use several times a day and which over time becomes a real breeding ground for bacteria: the cutlery drawer.
We open and close the cutlery drawer several times a day, without paying much attention to it. It is there, accessible and functional, but as soon as the utensils are put away, we forget its existence. This lack of attention is what makes him so vulnerable. Indeed, kitchen drawers, and particularly the cutlery drawers, are real magnets for dust, crumbs and sometimes even greasy residue from other areas of the kitchen. What appears to be a clean space may actually be hiding an unsuspected accumulation of dirt.
The cutlery drawer is not only dusty, it can become a real breeding ground for bacteria. Every time we handle forks, knives and spoons, our hands leave marks, not to mention the cutlery which is not always perfectly dry before being stored. Over time, this creates an environment conducive to bacteria and mold, which proliferate at an impressive rate. And although it may seem insignificant, in the long term these bacteria can have an impact on the cleanliness of the kitchen and even on our health.
The good news is that maintaining this drawer does not require much effort or specific products. Here is a quick and simple guide. Remove all cutlery and, if possible, take out the cutlery divider. With a damp cloth or small brush, remove all crumbs and dirt. You can also use a vacuum cleaner for more efficiency. For deep cleaning, a little white vinegar will helpeliminate bacteria that accumulates on the surface.
Before putting the cutlery back in, make sure the drawer is completely dry. This will prevent the proliferation of mold and bacteria. Take the opportunity to sort your cutlery, remove those you no longer use or redistribute them in a more organized way. Consider doing it twice a month, and that’s it! Now, get into the habit of storing your dry cutlery, always closing the drawer when you cook to avoid crumbs, but also washing your hands before taking out cutlery.