Get rid of those pesky grease stains once and for all. Dotdash Meredith / Janet Maples Many people clean their cooktops and countertops after each round of cooking, but tend to forget the backsplash.

Whether you're pan-frying chicken piccata in olive oil or tossing a rich penne a la vodka with crispy prosciutto, grease stains are an inevitable part of cooking, and removing them can be a real pain.

The kitchen is the heart of the home, but it can be a real downer when you don’t love your backsplash. Because of its vertical face and prime location, the backsplash really sets the tone for the ...