Keeping items clean around your kitchen can be a very annoying task, particularly for something like an extractor fan.
This is an appliance that many households will be using daily when cooking at the hob.
Unfortunately, that means that it can become quite dirty and greasy over time due to frequent use.
This is because cooking vapours carry tiny droplets of oil upwards.
When they hit the cooler surface of the hood, they cool, settle and trap dust, building up over time into a greasy layer that clogs the filter and makes the fan work harder.
A spokesperson for the cleaning brand method has shared the best way to clean an extractor fan effectively to get it working properly again.
How to clean an extractor fan
It is recommended to first switch the hood off at the mains and pop out the filter (check your manual first, as charcoal filters can’t be washed and need replacing).
Soak the metal mesh filter in soapy hot water for 15 minutes, scrub gently with a soft brush, rinse and leave to dry completely.
After that, the method spokesperson said: "Whilst that’s soaking, spritz a cloth (not the hood itself, to keep it away from any electrics) with a heavy-duty cleaner like method’s oven + hob degreaser in lemongrass, and wipe over the underside and exterior to put the hurt on the dirt.
"Refit the filter, switch on, and enjoy a kitchen that smells like a treat, not last night’s dinner. To avoid future grease build-up, aim to repeat the process once every one to three months."
Similar advice is shared by CDA Appliances regarding effectively cleaning metal filters.
It advised: "Once removed, simply use warm, soapy water and a sponge to wash the grease off.
"Washing up liquid is great for this as it has anti-grease properties that will make it easier to remove any built-up grime.
"If there’s a particularly large amount of build-up, it may be necessary to let your grease filter soak in warm soapy water.
"You could also add some bicarbonate of soda for added cleaning power.
"Once it’s sparkling again, dry it with a tea towel or paper towel ready to replace."
Dissolve limescale in your kettle within minutes by using just one item
If you're looking for effective ways to clean items around your kitchen, then using citric acid to get limescale off a kettle can be quite useful.
The recommended approach is to boil a kettle with some water alongside two scoops of citric acid.
Once it has boiled and is left to sit for 10 minutes, the vast majority of the limescale should be gone.
From here, you can give the kettle a few rinses, and it should be ready to go once more.
What approach do you use when cleaning your extractor fan? Let us know in the comments.
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