How to Clean Your Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink

Posted by RG Sayson on 01 Mar 2021

Premium kitchen sinks are known to be durable and highly sanitary, and this guide will help you maximise the durability and hygienic properties of your sink.

A couple of things you’d want to always keep in mind:

(a) Read your sink’s product manual, warranty information, and care guide, taking care to do nothing that will invalidate the warranty.
(b) Never use solvents, alcohol, bleaching or acidic products, harsh chemicals and abrasives (cleaners and steel wool products) as those may irreparably damage the sink’s surface.

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Regular Cleaning of a Stainless Steel Sink

Clean your sink immediately after every use. This will prevent limescale and dirt buildup. It only takes three easy steps:

Gently clean the sink with warm, soapy water using a soft cloth or sponge.
Rinse the sink with clean water.
Use a clean cloth to wipe the sink dry (a microfibre cloth will do well).

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What Can I Do About Scratches on My Sink?

Scratches or scuffs on your stainless steel sink can happen with normal use, and here’s what you can do about them:

Apply Inox cream to cover the scratch/es.
Use a fine (white) 3M Scotch Brite pad to blend in any scratches. Wipe along the brushing or grain until they look wiped away.
Rinse the sink with clean water.
Use a clean cloth to wipe the sink dry.

cleaning a laundry tub

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How Can I Remove Rust Stains on a Stainless Steel Sink?

Any stainless steel sink is naturally resistant to corrosion and rust. Swedia sinks, for instance, are highly resistant to corrosion. However, some utensils, metal pans, cans, or even your water could leave iron particles that could rust on your sink surface. Here’s what you can do:

Wet the sink surface with warm water.
Sprinkle Bar Keepers Friend on non-abrasive cloth or sponge, then rub in the direction of the grain. Do this for less than a minute.
Rinse the sink. If rust remains, repeat steps 2 and 3.
Use warm water to rinse away the cleanser from the sink.
Use a clean cloth to wipe the sink dry.

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More Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink Care Tips: DO’s and DON’Ts

DO...

DON’T...

Make sure you read and understand your sink’s product manual.
Always rinse the sink thoroughly after each use and after cleaning, preferably with warm water.
Always wipe or scrub your kitchen sink along the grain, never against it.
Always wipe the sink dry after cleaning. This prevents water spots and mineral deposits/buildup.
Always use non-abrasive cleaners and just soapy, warm water for daily cleaning.

Never cut food directly on the surface of your sink. (Better use a timber chopping board for this.)
Never leave juices or fruits on the sink as their citric acid can damage the surface after some time. Clean away their residue immediately.
Never use harsh chemicals and abrasive cleaners like steel wool as those can irreparably damage your sink.
Avoid leaving soaps and sponges on the bowl, as those can possibly dull or pit the sink.
Avoid storing harsh chemicals under the sink.

More Information About Stainless Steel Sinks

If you need further information about stainless steel kitchen sinks and how to properly care for them, chat with the friendly Renovator Store team (you can find the chatbox on the lower right of the page) or send an email to service@renovatorstore.com.au. If you want to shop for stainless steel sinks, click to browse the catalogue here.

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