Sinks

Kitchen sinks should be one of the cleanest areas in the home, seeing as it is one of the most used items, but it can be easy to neglect. Many people think that simply rinsing it out until it looks clean is good enough. This will not get rid of bacteria and germs however, and waste can accumulate in the sink daily causing odor and stains. Learning to clean a kitchen sink correctly can help eliminate these problems.

How To

Before you start, make sure to gather the necessary materials. You will need liquid dishwashing soap, baking soda, lemon juice, toothbrush, an old rag, and distilled white vinegar. You will then want to make sure the sink is clear of all dirty dishes and leftover food before you begin scrubbing. Wash down the surface area of the sink with gentle soap, warm water, and a soft cloth. Clean the drain and faucets. You may want to do this every time you use the sink, such as after washing dishes or preparing meals, to help keep it sanitary. You can run hot tap water down the drain to help get rid of any bad odor and soften any materials that may be stuck in the drain. You should do this multiple times throughout the week. Pour ¼ cup of lemon juice with 1 tsp of baking soda down the drain and over the area of the sink at least once a week, and let it sit for approximately 10 minutes before running hot water down the drain to get rid of any residue. To help break up clogs and sanitize the drain, mix together ¼ cup of lemon juice and ½ cup of baking soda, and pour the mixture into the sink drain. Following this, pour ½ cup of white vinegar down the drain. Doing this once a week should help keep the drain clean, and will make sure the sink remains clog free. After all cleaning routines make sure you thoroughly rinse your kitchen sink with hot water.

Tips & Takeaways

A kitchen sink needs regular maintenance. You should wipe down your sink with water and soap daily to help keep it clean and sanitary. You can even use an old toothbrush to help get rid of stains or spots.

For people who want to use a chemical mixture, Mr. Clean offers a Magic Eraser Bath Scrubber which can be used on the sink as well as the shower and bathtub. If you choose to use a natural method but are not satisfied with the results of the lemon juice and baking soda mixture, you can pour the solution onto a soft sponge and then scrub the sink. This will help with strong odors and stains. If you do not have lemon juice, you can even use a whole lemon instead, and squeeze the juice down the drain. For stainless steal sinks, an SOS pad combined with the lemon and baking soda mixture will help restore the sink’s shine and aid in the overall cleaning process. Try to avoid letting fruit, salad dressing, vinegar, or any other acidic food or liquid linger on the surface of the sink. Long-term exposure to these acids can etch the surface of the sink and cause staining.