How to Remove Yellow Cooking Odor Stain from White Kitchen Cabinet Doors

Last Updated: August 10, 2021

A how-to for removing those pesky yellow stains from cabinets and other surfaces. This method also works for removing mild rust stains from kitchen surfaces.

Steps

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Clean the surface normally to remove the dirt/grease etc from the surface.^{[1]
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Rub the damp cloth over the surface then rub with dry cloth to dry the surface.

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Put some bicarb of soda into the bowl and add a little lemon juice - it will start fizzing.^{[2]
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Dab the mixture on to the surface and start rubbing - you need a little elbow grease for this!!
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Keep rubbing until the stain lessens or disappears.
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Wipe mixture off and wipe the surface down.
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If the stain remains rub a whitening toothpaste on to the stain and leave for 5 minutes before rubbing well. Wipe off with a damp cloth.^{[3]
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If the stain is very stubborn you may need to dilute some bleach and rub it on to the affected area. Make sure to wash this off thoroughly.

Community Q&A

Question

How do I remove a stubborn permanent stain on kitchen cabinets?

Community Answer

Try scrubbing with 100 grit sandpaper and a mixture of dish soap and bleach, or just bleach.

Warnings

Stop using immediately if anything is damaging your surfaces.

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Use rubber gloves to protect your skin.

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Bleach is a strong chemical. Handle with care.

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