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Easy Ways to Keep Your Stainless Steel Sinks Sparkling Clean
Kitchen sink faucets get exposed to water stains, mineral deposits and soap scum, and it can be a challenge to remove these. What is worse is that if these are left on the faucet, it results in a build up that eventually causes rust to form. A rusty kitchen is both unattractive and requires high repair and replacement costs. The key to a more functional kitchen is to have it cleaned on a regular basis with cleaners that are non-abrasive and do not leave a soapy film.
Keeping the faucets and sinks clean and sparkling is important because there are high chances of bacteria and germs breeding in wet areas, such as the faucet head. Another problem is the lime scale deposits that build up from hard water. When water evaporates on the surface of the faucet, ugly white deposits are left behind that mar the look of the fixture.
Wiping is the key to maintaining stainless steel sinks and faucets. After every use, make sure you wipe the place with a dry piece of soft cloth. There are a number of cleaning tools and techniques to keep the faucets and sinks germ-free and sparkling new.
To prepare the right mixture for cleaning stainless steel sinks, mix two cups of warm water and two cups of white vinegar in a pot. While you are doing this, make sure you wear latex gloves in order to keep your hands dry. Stir this mixture with a non-abrasive, soft cloth and wring out any excess mixture. Scrub the deposits on your kitchen sink and faucet with the cloth soaked in this mixture. Rinse the sink completely after using the solution. Once all deposits are removed, dry the faucet with a dry, non-abrasive cloth or rag. This process should be repeated once every week or more, depending on the frequency of use.
Posted on September 23rd 2011 at 06:08pm
