Abstract: Apparatus and method for facilitating cleaning a working surface of a countertop or tabletop is mountable on the edge portion thereof. In an embodiment, the apparatus has a first assembly and a second assembly. The first assembly includes an elongated tray and at least one bracket for mounting the second assembly thereon. The first assembly is mounted to the edge portion using clamps. The second assembly includes an elongated gutter and mounting portions attached thereto. The tray slopes downward from its rear edge to its front edge. The gutter is located below and parallel to the front edge of the tray. The first assembly may include a compressible strip attached to the rear edge of the tray, so that the strip is pressed against the underside of the edge portion when the apparatus is mounted. In another embodiment, a frame holding a disposable bag is used instead of the gutter.