How to Remove Grease from Kitchen Floor

Why Kitchen Floor Grease Is So Stubborn

Cooking grease lands on kitchen floors in two ways: direct spills from pots and pans, and airborne grease particles from frying that settle as a thin, invisible film over time. Both types become increasingly difficult to remove the longer they sit — grease polymerizes (hardens) when exposed to heat and air, bonding to the floor surface. The key is using a true degreaser, not just a general floor cleaner.

What You'll Need

• Krud Kutter Original Cleaner Degreaser — ready-to-use, safe for most floor types
• Zep Heavy-Duty Citrus Degreaser Concentrate — restaurant-grade, for severe grease buildup
• Dawn Platinum Dish Soap — for light grease and finishing rinse
• Rubber cleaning gloves
• MEXERRIS Spray Wet Mop — for applying and rinsing
• Microfiber cleaning cloths
• Stiff-bristle scrub brush — for heavy buildup
• Warm water

Know Your Floor Type First

• Tile and grout: Handles Krud Kutter and Zep well. Full-strength or diluted.
• Vinyl / LVP: Use Krud Kutter diluted 1:4. Avoid harsh concentrations.
• Linoleum: Use Krud Kutter diluted 1:5. Minimal moisture.
• Hardwood: Use only dish soap diluted in water. No degreasers — they strip wood finish.

Method 1: Krud Kutter (Light to Moderate Grease)

1. Put on rubber gloves.
2. Spray Krud Kutter directly onto the greasy area (or dilute for sensitive floors).
3. Let sit for 3–5 minutes — contact time is essential for breaking down grease.
4. Scrub with a stiff brush or damp microfiber cloth.
5. Mop up with the MEXERRIS spray mop using clean water.
6. Dry the area to prevent slipping.

Method 2: Zep Citrus Degreaser (Heavy or Accumulated Grease)

For floors with months of accumulated grease film — especially near the stove:

1. Dilute Zep Citrus Degreaser with warm water (1:8 for general use; 1:4 for heavy buildup).
2. Apply to the floor with a mop or spray bottle.
3. Let sit for 5–10 minutes.
4. Scrub with a stiff brush, working in sections.
5. Mop up thoroughly with clean water — multiple rinse passes.
6. Dry completely.

Method 3: Dish Soap + Hot Water (Light Grease, Hardwood-Safe)

1. Mix 5–6 drops of dish soap in a bucket of hot water.
2. Mop the greasy area.
3. Scrub with a soft brush if needed.
4. Rinse with clean water and dry immediately.

Tackling the Invisible Grease Film

The thin airborne grease film that builds up near the stove is often invisible but makes floors feel sticky underfoot. To remove it:

1. Mop the entire floor with diluted Krud Kutter (1:4 with warm water).
2. Let sit 3 minutes.
3. Mop again with clean water.
4. Dry thoroughly.
5. The floor will feel noticeably less sticky and look cleaner immediately.

Preventing Grease Buildup on Kitchen Floors

• Use your range hood every time you cook — it captures airborne grease before it settles.
• Place a mat in front of the stove to catch drips and splatter.
• Mop weekly with a degreasing floor cleaner near the stove area.
• Wipe up cooking spills immediately before they harden.

Final Thoughts

Kitchen floor grease responds well to degreasers — the key is giving the product enough contact time to break down the oil before scrubbing. Krud Kutter handles most situations; Zep Citrus tackles the worst buildup. Always match the dilution to your floor type, rinse thoroughly, and dry to prevent slipping.