Clean grease from the hood with cabbage leaves
After using the hood for a long time, grease often accumulates and sticks to surfaces, not only causing unhygienic conditions but also creating unpleasant odors.
Cabbage leaves not only have a strong ability to absorb odors, but also clean naturally, helping to remove grease stains without harming the machine. This is a simple and environmentally friendly solution to maintain the cleanliness of your kitchen hood. You just need to use the easy-to-find ingredients below, all stains will be clean immediately.
Clean grease stains on the range hood with cabbage leaves
The number of cabbage leaves used depends on the area and the level of grease on the hood. When using Chinese cabbage for cooking, people often remove the old, less delicious outer leaves; Take advantage of these leaves to clean grease stains on the range hood.
Just using a cabbage leaf, you can clean grease stains from the range hood. (Photo: Istock)
First, wash the cabbage leaves under cold water to remove dirt, then place it in a bowl or basin and soak it in warm water for about 5-10 minutes to soften the leaves (be careful not to use cold water or too hot water). .
Then, take out the cabbage leaf and use it to gently wipe the greasy surfaces of the range hood; Focus on the areas with the most grease, usually the filters and internal surfaces of the machine.
Next, use clean water or wet towels to clean the surfaces that have been wiped with cabbage leaves. Make sure there are no shreds of cabbage leaves or grease left on the hood. Finally, use a clean, dry towel to dry the cleaned surfaces.
Using cabbage leaves is a natural and safe method to clean grease stains on the range hood without using chemicals that can be harmful to humans.
However, if too much grease has accumulated or the hood is very dirty, you need to use a stronger cleaning method:
– Take a spray bottle, pour in a spoonful of laundry detergent, a spoonful of white vinegar. Detergent not only has the effect of removing stains on clothes but can also remove grease stains relatively well. Vinegar helps soften stains so they are easier to clean during the cleaning process.
– Pour an appropriate amount of water into the bottle, shake well to dissolve the detergent and vinegar.
– Spray the above solution on the grease stains, wait 3-5 minutes for the solution to penetrate and dissolve the stains.
– After 3 minutes, take the cabbage leaves and rub the grease stains a few times.
– Use a towel to wipe the remaining solution on the surface.
Some tips for cleaning grease stains on the range hood
In addition to cleaning grease from the hood with cabbage leaves, you can apply other tips.
Use hot water and vinegar
Combining hot water and vinegar is an effective way to clean grease stains on a range hood. Mix a large amount of hot water with a small amount of vinegar in a large bowl. Dip a wet cloth in this mixture to clean the surfaces of the range hood. The combination of hot water and vinegar will help dissolve grease and remove stains more easily.
There are many tips for cleaning grease stains on a range hood. (Photo: Istock)
Use baking soda
You sprinkle a layer of baking soda on the grease stains on the range hood and leave for a while, then use a wet towel or water spray bottle to wipe off the dissolved baking soda and grease.
Use cleaning chemicals
You can use specialized cleaning chemicals to remove grease and other stains on the range hood. You should read the instructions for use carefully and make sure that this chemical does not harm the surface of the machine. Be sure to rinse and dry surfaces completely after completing the degreasing process.
If grease stains are too “stubborn”, you may need to soften them beforehand with hot steam.
In addition, you need to clean the hood filter and filter every time you clean it. Remove the strainer and filter from the machine and wash it in warm water mixed with dishwashing liquid or mild detergent to remove grease buildup. Dry the mesh and filter completely before reinserting it into the machine.
The hood should be checked regularly to ensure there is not too much grease buildup; Clean the machine at least once a month so it operates effectively and avoids causing unpleasant odors.
