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As a working professional who just moved out on my own, dealing with household chores after work is really exhausting! Especially the kitchen - the grease on the range hood, burnt marks on the stove, dishes in the sink... seeing all this makes me want to give up. However, after three years of exploration, I've finally found a super efficient cleaning solution. No more worrying about cleaning! Today I'll share my secret tips with everyone, guaranteed to make your kitchen shine in minutes!

Basic Preparation

First, let's prepare some cleaning essentials. Don't be intimidated by the word "essentials" - these items are readily available in our homes and super affordable!

When it comes to cleaning, many people's first thought is to buy various professional cleaners, but actually many natural materials can solve the problem. I most frequently use white vinegar, baking soda, lemon and salt. These things together might cost just twenty or thirty dollars, but the results will definitely surprise you.

Besides these, just prepare a few good cleaning cloths and a pair of rubber gloves. Speaking of cleaning cloths, I suggest preparing several and using them for different purposes. For example, separate cloths for countertops and floors to maintain hygiene and prevent cross-contamination. Rubber gloves are also essential - they protect your hands and make cleaning easier.

I personally love using thicker latex gloves. Although they cost a dollar or two more, their durability is completely different. Cheaper gloves start leaking after just a few uses, ultimately costing more. As for cleaning cloths, I recommend buying microfiber cleaning cloths. Though more expensive per piece, they have excellent absorption and don't leave lint, especially effective for cleaning glass and stainless steel surfaces.

Appliance Cleaning

Speaking of the most difficult kitchen appliances to clean, the microwave definitely ranks high. After heating food, those oil stains and food residues seem to have signed a lifetime contract with the microwave interior, refusing to come off. I used to scrub hard, getting exhausted with poor results. Later I discovered a super simple method that's really effortless and effective.

Here's how: Find a microwave-safe bowl, pour in about 300ml of warm water, add 3-4 slices of fresh lemon or two spoons of white vinegar. Put this bowl in the microwave and heat on high for about 5 minutes. During this process, steam will fill the entire microwave interior, softening stubborn grease.

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Basic Preparation

Speaking of cleaning tools, many people's first reaction is to buy various cleaners from the supermarket. But after three years of practice, I've found that the most effective cleaning supplies are right around us. First is white vinegar, the all-purpose champion of cleaning that handles grease, dirt, and stains effectively, and it's cheap - a large bottle costs just a few dollars. Then there's baking soda, which paired with vinegar is the golden duo of cleaning, especially for stubborn stains.

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