7 kitchen appliances you should always deep clean before Christmas – even the ones you hate cleaning, says our kitchen editor

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Christmas is undoubtedly one of the busiest times for our kitchens. From socializing to cooking a turkey, the heart of the home sees it all – therefore quickly becoming dirty.

So, what can you do ahead of time? While it will still be necessary to wipe down surfaces and sweep away crumbs, your appliances that work overtime throughout the festive period could do with a little love before the chaos of Christmas sets in.