What is the best degreaser for the kitchen?

The best degreaser for the kitchen is a product that can safely and effectively remove grease, oil and dirt from various surfaces throughout the kitchen. HG offers two suitable solutions for this purpose: HG grease away, which is designed to remove grease and greasy build-up from all surfaces, and HG power foam kitchen, which is suitable for quick and effective cleaning of larger areas such as the sink and worktop. Household remedies such as white vinegar, lemon juice or washing-up liquid are sometimes used as alternatives. However, whilst these may help in certain situations, specially developed cleaning products are generally more effective and safer when dealing with stubborn or baked-on grease. Regular cleaning, ensuring proper ventilation during cooking and using splatter screens can help to prevent grease build-up in the kitchen. It is always advisable to check the manufacturer's maintenance instructions before cleaning.

HG solutions for degreasing and cleaning your kitchen

To effectively and safely degrease and clean your kitchen, HG offers the following solutions:

• HG grease away: This is an extremely powerful and effective grease remover that can be safely applied to all surfaces, including stainless steel, aluminium, plastic, natural stone and ceramic. Turn the nozzle a quarter turn to open, spray the product onto the surface, allow it to work for a few seconds and then wipe away the grease using a cloth dampened with warm water. Depending on the level of soiling, the treatment can be repeated.
• HG power foam kitchen: Thanks to its powerful, self-working formula, this product allows you to easily and quickly clean larger kitchen surfaces, such as the sink or worktop. The foam spray also reaches difficult-to-access areas without requiring intensive scrubbing. Shake well before use, spray from a distance of approximately 15–20 cm, leave the product to work for at least 5–10 minutes and then rinse thoroughly.

For additional tips on kitchen cleaning, refer to our page on how to clean a kitchen.

Solutions for degreasing and cleaning your kitchen

In addition to professional cleaning products, there are several household solutions that can be used, although these methods are not always as effective and may require careful handling:

• White vinegar: A mixture of water and white vinegar can help to remove grease. However, care should be taken when using it on delicate surfaces.
• Lemon juice: The acidity in lemon juice can help dissolve grease, although it may also damage certain materials if used incorrectly.
• Washing-up liquid: A mixture of warm water and washing-up liquid is a widely used method for removing grease, although it may require repeated applications.
• Castile soap: This plant-based soap can be used as a natural alternative, although it is generally less powerful than specially developed degreasers.

Whilst these methods can be useful in some cases, it is important to test first on a small, inconspicuous area. For stubborn grease, a specialist product such as HG grease away or HG power foam kitchen is recommended.

Causes of greasiness in the kitchen

Greasiness in the kitchen can develop for several reasons:

• Cooking with oil and grease: Grease vapours can settle on surfaces and appliances
• Poor ventilation: Insufficient extraction allows grease to spread
• Lack of regular cleaning: Build-up increases over time
• Splattering during cooking: Food particles and grease spread across surfaces
• Storage of greasy products: Oil and fatty food residue can transfer to surfaces

To prevent greasiness in the future, it's important to clean your kitchen regularly with a suitable degreaser. Choose a degreaser specifically developed for kitchens and follow the instructions for use carefully. Additionally, you can limit greasiness by ensuring good ventilation during cooking, using splatter screens and storing greasy products carefully. Regular maintenance and proper cleaning techniques will help keep your kitchen surfaces free from grease build-up and maintain a hygienic cooking environment.