Hi Anne! You can clean them with vinegar and water or a little TSP. To retain darker gel stain is great for this! My favorite brand to use is General Finishes. :)
Moved into this home, and I don't think they ever cleaned the kitchen grease on the cabinets There is also a build up of grime from hands around the handles and knobs...
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Here is how to without stripping: https://www.ronhazelton.com/projects/how_to_refinish_kitchen_cabinets_without_stripping
Hi Anne! You can clean them with vinegar and water or a little TSP. To retain darker gel stain is great for this! My favorite brand to use is General Finishes. :)
https://www.amazon.com/General-Finishes-JH-Stain-pint/dp/B001DT1IZS/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=3DCOA14KV7F1Q&keywords=general+finishes+java+gel+stain&qid=1559965303&s=gateway&sprefix=general+finishes+%2Caps%2C191&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1
If you need a gel stain guide let me know! :)
Perfect video from Mogie. You can go darker but not lighter.
https://www.minwax.com/how-to-finish-wood/change-stain-color-with-polyshades/
Here's a guide.