Thorough kitchen cleaning requires strategic prep, as professional organizer Katy Annulli explains in this video. She joins host Angela Brown to share helpful tips for decluttering and organizing before cleaning the kitchen. Katy emphasizes that creating functional systems tailored to one's space and habits allows for more effective cleaning.  She advises clearing counter clutter, categorizing items based on usage frequency and type, and maximizing storage solutions. Katy notes that taking the time to organize before kitchen cleaning lets you access all surfaces and thoroughly sanitize the space.  Regardless of whether you are a professional house cleaner, or someone just struggling with a messy kitchen, this video promises to offer you some valuable tips. Prep Steps For Kitchen Cleaning Chapters: 00:00 Introducing Katy Annulli 00:46 The Importance of Decluttering and Organizing Kitchens 01:43 The Problem with Clutter on Countertops 02:15 How to Clear and Organize Your Counters 02:52 Creating Categories for Kitchen Items 04:18 Organizing in Limited Space 05:10 Determining the Number of Categories in Your Kitchen RESOURCES ----------------- Scotch-Brite 21 Pack Non-Scratch Scrub Sponges - https://amzn.to/3Si1Egz Krud Kutter Kitchen Degreaser All-Purpose Cleaner - https://amzn.to/3HDg31T Magic Erasers from Mr. Clean Professional - https://amzn.to/3OnqHh1 Holikme 7 Pack Dish Cleaning Brush & Scouring Pad Set - https://amzn.to/3OhDdyQ Electric Spin Scrubber - https://amzn.to/48TEnIS (When available, we use affiliate links and as Amazon Associates, we earn a commission on qualifying purchases.) *** RATE THIS PODCAST ***  https://ratethispodcast.com/askahousecleaner  *** TRAINING & CLEANING CERTIFICATION*** https://savvycleaner.com/join *** MOST REQUESTED LIST OF CLEANING STUFF I USE *** https://www.Amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown  SOCIAL MEDIA --------------- *** CONNECT WITH KATY ON SOCIAL MEDIA *** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kmaorganizing/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kmaorganizing/ *** CONNECT WITH ANGELA ON SOCIAL MEDIA ***  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AskAngelaBrown Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/AskAngelaBrown Twitter: https://Twitter.com/AskAngelaBrown Instagram: https://instagram.com/AskAngelaBrown Pinterest: https://Pinterest.com/AskAngelaBrown Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/AskAngelaBrown TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@askangelabrown Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown URL: https://AngelaBrown.com NEED MORE CLEANING HELP? ------------- *** GOT A QUESTION FOR A SHOW? *** Please email it to Angela[at]AskaHouseCleaner.com Voice Mail: Click on the blue button at https://askahousecleaner.com  *** PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/ProfessionalHouseCleaners/ *** VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/VRBO.Airbnb.Cleaning/ *** LOOKING FOR A WAY TO GET MORE CLEANING LEADS *** https://housecleaning360.com SPONSORSHIPS & BRANDS ------------------- Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown - https://g.page/r/CbMI6YFuLU2GEBI/review *** ADVERTISE WITH US ***  We do work with sponsors and brands. If you are interested in working with us and you have a product or service that makes sense for the cleaning industry here's how to work with us -https://savvycleaner.com/brand-deals *** SAVVY CLEANER BRANDS ***  SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification – https://savvycleaner.com/join VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING – Cleaning tips and strategies for your short-term rental  https://TurnoverCleaningTips.com  FUNNY CLEANING SHIRTS – Incentive and thank-you gifts for house cleaners and maids. https://FunnyCleaningShirts.com  HOARDING WORLD - Helping you change your relationship with stuff https://HoardingWor