I have formica behind my stove, still have to scrub it, and if it doesn't get done often enough (hubby does the cooking and cleaning, and this is a spot he misses) it can take some elbow grease. I used to do housekeeping for a living. I used a product called "Johnsons wax" for appliances. Using this once a week made cleaning up the stove, fridge, countertops, etc. a breeze. Can't find it now, and can't find anything that works as well. Talking about tiles, there is a product you put on the grout that keeps it easy to clean. Comes in an easy to use applicator, as well. Personally, I like tile, been gonna do mine for 30 years. Have tiled for all 3 kids, but mine is still not done. LOL