Sink Maintenance Tips | Daily Care and Maintenance of Stainless Steel Sinks

Kitchen stainless steel sinks are an integral part of modern kitchens, and to ensure that they remain clean, shiny, and last longer, here are some suggested daily care and maintenance methods:

1. Daily Cleaning:

Use a mild detergent and soft cloth for daily cleaning. Avoid strong detergents containing ammonia or acidic ingredients that may damage the stainless steel surface.

Avoid using cleaners containing abrasives that may scratch the stainless steel surface.

2. Dirt treatment:

Clean the sink of dirt and water stains in time to avoid long time accumulation leading to discoloration.

For limescale, use diluted white vinegar or lemon juice to wipe and then rinse with water.

3. Scratch treatment:

For minor scratches, use regular toothpaste, choose a type that is free of color and particles, apply it to the scratches and gently wipe with a damp soft cloth.

You can try a mixture of olive oil and baking soda, apply to the scratches and wipe gently with a damp soft cloth.

4. Use a specialized cleaner:

For more stubborn stains and scratches, you can use a specialized stainless steel cleaner, spray or apply it to the problem area according to the instructions, and wipe gently with a damp soft cloth.

Sink options and considerations:

Choose a 304 Stainless Steel Sink with durable, easy-to-clean, antibacterial properties.Avoid expensive quartz stone sinks that bleed color easily and hard materials that chip easily.Pay attention to the size of the sink and make the right choice based on kitchen space and personal cooking habits.

Take maintenance measures before use, such as rinsing and drying the surface of the sink and applying a small amount of vegetable oil.

With the above simple daily care, you can keep your stainless steel sink clean and shiny, reduce stains and scratches, and create a comfortable and hygienic working environment for your kitchen. I hope these suggestions are helpful to you.