Your kitchen is one of the hardest working spaces in your home, especially over summer, when BBQ prep, entertaining and family gatherings are in full swing. The good news? With a bit of simple, routine care, your Symphony kitchen is built to stay looking sharp and performing well for years to come.

This guide pulls together practical, realistic advice on caring for your Symphony kitchen, so you can keep everything in top shape without overthinking it.

Why Symphony Kitchens Are Built to Last

Before we get into the day-to-day maintenance, it’s worth knowing what you’re working with.

Symphony cabinets are manufactured using high-density particle board that meet British Standards and are tested to achieve FIRA Gold certification, a recognised benchmark for durability and quality…

That means your kitchen is designed for longevity but like anything in the home, how you care for it day to day makes a real difference.

Everyday Symphony kitchen care: the basics

When it comes to kitchen care, consistency beats anything complicated.

Quick daily habits:

• Wipe surfaces with a soft damp cloth and mild soap
• Dry thoroughly, don’t let water sit (cabinet materials can swell if left wet)
• Clean up spills straight away
• Keep appliances that produce steam and heat (kettles, toasters) away from cabinets
• Keeep your kitchen well ventilated when cooking, use an extractor and open windows where possible to reduce condensation.

What to avoid:

• Abrasive cleaners or scouring pads
• Strong chemicals (bleach, solvents, high-alkaline products)
• Excess moisture or standing water.

Our tip: Summer humidity and extra cooking can increase moisture, so a quick wipe-down and good airflow after busy days makes a big difference.

How to clean Symphony kitchen cabinets properly

If you’re wondering how to clean Symphony kitchen cabinets without damaging them, keep it simple:

Best method:

• Use a soft, non-abrasive cloth, warm water, mild washing-up liquid
• Wipe gently in one direction
• Dry with a clean cloth immediately.

This applies across most cabinet finishes, including gloss, matt and timber. For a deeper clean, we'd recommend occasionally wiping inside too, it's a good chance for a refresh and reorganise at the same time!

Extra care tips:

• Don’t leave water sitting on edges or joints
• Avoid steam and heat near cabinets, including steam cleaners, to minimise the harmful effects of condensation
• Watch direct sunlight, it can cause gradual colour change over time.

Caring for painted kitchen doors & timber finishes

Painted doors are durable, but they do need a little more care to keep them looking fresh.

Caring for painted kitchen doors:

• Clean gently with mild soapy water only
• Always dry straight after
• Avoid wax-based sprays or harsh detergents.

It’s also normal for painted and timber finishes to mellow or slightly change colour over time, especially in natural sunlight, that’s part of the material, not a fault.

Small marks or chips? We can sort you out with a touch-up pen for those quick fixes.

Worktop care: Quartz, Granite & Laminate

Your worktops take the most impact day-to-day. Here’s how to protect them:

Quartz worktop maintenance

• Clean daily with warm water and soap
• Always rinse and dry to maintain the finish
• Use non-abrasive cleaners for tougher marks
• Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive pads.

Quartz is non-porous and low-maintenance, ideal for busy households.

Granite worktop care

• Wipe spills immediately (especially acidic foods like wine or citrus)
• Treat the surface every 6–12 months depending on use, to maintain its finish and protect against staining and water marks
• Use suitable stone cleaners.

Granite is strong but naturally porous so ongoing care is key.

Laminate worktop care

• Clean with a damp cloth, again no heavy scrubbing
• Always use a chopping board
• Never place hot pans directly on the surface
• Avoid leaving standing water.

For tougher stains, a mild detergent or non-scratch cleaner with a soft brush can help, but always avoid abrasive or acidic products.

Our tip: With summer hosting, heat marks and spill stains are more common — simple habits like trivets and quick wipe-downs go a long way.

Kitchen cabinet maintenance & adjustments

With daily use, it’s completely normal for doors and drawers to shift slightly over time.

Hinge adjustments

Adjust hinges using a screwdriver:

• Side-to-side: turn adjustment screw
• Height: adjust mounting screws
• Depth: loosen and reposition, then tighten.

Drawer care

• Clean runners and hinges occasionally (brush or vacuum)
• Light lubrication can help if needed
• Realign drawer fronts if they become uneven with a screwdriver.

A quick check every few months keeps everything running smoothly.

Our tip: Heavier items should always be stored in lower cabinets to avoid strain on shelves and fixings.

Summer-proofing your kitchen

With doors opening, appliances running and guests coming and going, summer can put more strain on your kitchen than usual.

Simple seasonal tips:

• Ventilate the room to reduce moisture build-up
• Keep BBQ prep spills under control, especially oils and sauces
• Use mats or boards for heavy prep sessions
• Don’t overload wall cabinets, distribute weight evenly.

Your kitchen guarantee explained

Symphony kitchens are backed by a 10-year product guarantee for manufacturing defects, giving you added peace of mind.

What’s covered:

• Manufacturing defects on cabinets and components
• Replacement parts supplied through your retailer

What’s not covered:

• General wear and tear
• Damage from incorrect cleaning or misuse
• Natural colour changes in materials
• Third-party items (like appliances, sinks, taps — covered separately).

Important: Following proper maintenance guidance helps ensure your guarantee remains valid.

Final thoughts: A little care goes a long way

Caring for your Symphony kitchen doesn’t need to be complicated. Most of it comes down to:

• Gentle cleaning
• Avoiding harsh products
• Acting quickly on spills
• Keeping an eye on moving parts.

Do that, and your kitchen will keep delivering, whether it’s everyday meals or a full house over summer.

 

Need a hand?

If you’ve got questions about your kitchen, adjustments or care products, your local MKM branch is always on hand to help. Before, during and long after your kitchen is fitted.