Caring for Your Stainless Steel Sinks and Mixers

Stainless steel does not stain, corrode, or rust as easily as ordinary steel (it stains less, but it is not stain-proof). So here are some guidelines to help maintain your finish.
· Don't... Allow liquid soap or other household cleansers to dry on the surface of the sink. Most brands contain chemical additives, which will affect the finish.
· Don't... Use drain cleaning products that contain sulfuric or hydrochloric acid
· Don't... Leave standing solutions of chlorine bleach and water in the sink for extended periods of time. Chlorides, which are found in most soaps, detergents, bleaches, and cleansers, are very aggressive to stainless steel. If left on the sink too long they can cause surface pitting.

Pit Marks or Obvious Corrosion
Corrosion is a real threat. Your builder, plumber, or ceramic tile installer, or you may be responsible! Construction chemicals, solvents and household cleaners contain chlorides and acids which can react and damage stainless steel. Chlorine bleach (chloride!) or products which contain it (many ordinary household cleaners do!) can stain/corrode a stainless steel sink. Muriatic acid which may be used by a ceramic tile person to clean grout, etc. Plumbing PVC solvents etc. can possibly cause problems. If a dangerous chemical gets on the sink, wash it immediately with water. Rinse well and dry the sink with a towel or paper towels.

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  1. william HaydenOctober 17, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Hi all,

    A stainless steel sink is available in a variety of styles. They can be manufactured in a single, double or even triple bowl configuration and this provides the consumer with a range of options as to the sink they purchase for their kitchen. These also come in a few different shapes. The most common tends to be a square shape although rectangular and circular bowls are also available. Thanks......

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  4. UnknownMay 20, 2014 at 11:59 PM

    Informative post! you can use stainless steel sinks is kitchen,home and info Stainless steel does not stain, corrode, or rust as easily as so don't use liquid soap,use of dry cleaners of the sinks.much info at: Industrial Stainless Steel Sinks.

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