http://www.cabinetsonline.com/cabinet/cabinet-hardware.html Cabinet hardware will be apart of your home decor for an extensive amount of time. Practicing the appropriate care methods for your cabinets will reserve its natural beauty even longer. en-us Wed, 02 Feb 2005 15:04:34 EST Wed, 02 Feb 2005 15:04:34 EST Weblog Editor 2.0 Cleaning Is Just As Important Than Creating! After your design and installment process is complete, kitchen and bathroom cabinet hardware must be cared for appropriately. For everyday use, it is very important to wipe off spills and water marks as they occur. An important tip is to avoid putting wet dishes on top of base cabinet hardware. Water spillage will eventually cause damage to your kitchen cabinet doors. Cleaning your cabinet hardware is very important. You can use mild soap and water to clean knobs and handles, but make sure all hardware surfaces are cleaned are dried with a soft cloth. What Cleaning Agents Are Best? It is recommended that you avoid spray- solvents that include petroleum on cabinet hardware . These solutions are flammable and toxic if swallowed. An extensive use of wax polishes on cabinet hardware will result in wax film buildup. In addition, do not use abrasive or powdered cleaners. Dish cloths should not be used also because they contain detergent and grease from dishes. Melamine and Thermofoil are durable surfaces and can also be cleaned with non-abrasive solutions. However, cleaners containing acetone, acetate, or ethyl alcohol should be avoided. These solutions, in addition to other waxes can cause discoloration to your cabinet hardware and cabinet hinges. Cabinets Online suggest testing a solution on a non visible area before using it all over your kitchen cabinet hardware. How To Care For Glass And Mirrors Many modern cabinet doors are enhanced by glass panels. It is important to remember certain tips when cleaning. Always apply cleaner to a towel before wiping. Never apply the cleaner directly to the glass. The same thing applies to cabinet knobs. In addition, never allow the cleaner to drip to the base trim of the cabinet . For mirrors, avoid cleaners that contain sodium hydrochloride, phosphoric acid or sulfur. These compounds are usually in cleaners used to remove mildew, and are too strong for mirrors and glass. Wed, 02 Feb 2005 15:04:34 EST http://www.cabinetsonline.com/cabinet/cabinet-knobs.html Cabinet knobs can represent your personal style and design influence also. en-us Wed, 02 Feb 2005 15:05:36 EST Wed, 02 Feb 2005 15:05:36 EST Weblog Editor 2.0 http://www.cabinetsonline.com/cabinet/cabinet-hinges.html Cabinet hinges are an important accessory to your kitchen's design success. en-us Wed, 16 Feb 2005 16:28:23 EST Wed, 16 Feb 2005 16:28:23 EST Weblog Editor 2.0