How to clean the sink from artificial stone and especially

23-07-2018
Sewage

Plumbing fixtures made of composite materials look very modern and stylish, but they require special care. In particular, it is necessary to know how to properly clean such a product, otherwise it will quickly lose its original attractiveness. Below we look at how and how to wash the sink of artificial stone.

On a photo - a sink from an artificial stone

General information

First of all, it should be said that artificial stone is quite a brand material. For example, if the sink has a dark color, then on its walls and the bottom quickly appears limescale from water. If the product is light, then it is clearly visible stains from coffee and tea.

And if the crane also breaks in, then rust will be added to this palette. At the same time, the composite material is not as resistant to chemical detergents as traditional stainless steel or ceramics. Therefore, if you have installed such plumbing, you must immediately understand how to care for a sink made of artificial stone.

Coffee spots are clearly visible on the light surface.

Composite plumbing cleaners

What can not wash the sink

First of all, let's consider how to wash a sink made of artificial stone is impossible.

So, the prohibited means include:

  • Substances that contain chlorine methylene.
  • Paint thinners.
  • Acetone.
  • Cleaning acid and alkaline substances.

It must be said that even ordinary boiling water can harm the product, especially if after that cold water gets on it. In the event of improper care, cracks, scratches and chips may occur on the plumbing surface. As a result, it will be even harder to clean the pollution.

Bleach cleans and disinfects washing

What can wash the sink

Now consider how you can clean the sink made of artificial stone. It should be noted that in recent times there are quite a few detergents designed specifically for plumbing, made of artificial stone. In addition, you can use household chemicals designed for acrylic and composite surfaces.

Tip! A light wash can be bleached using products containing chlorine. They do not harm the artificial stone, but at the same time eliminate darkening and yellowing. For example, bleachers such as “Domestos” and “Dosya” will be suitable for these purposes.

To clean the surface, you can use melamine sponges that do an excellent job with all sorts of unpleasant stains.

Melamine sponges will not damage the surface of artificial stone

Folk remedies

Many housewives, in a conversation about how to clean the stone sink in the kitchen, recommend using the following folk remedies:

Mustard powder Able to cope with most contaminants.
Citric acid or lemon juice (can be replaced with vinegar) Allows to eliminate traces of a rust and a limy raid. Lemon slices can also be cleaned from coffee or tea stains.
Baking soda moistened with warm water It will also eliminate many types of stains. To do this, you just need to rub them with your own hands with a mixture.
Carbonated drinks - Sprite, Coca-Cola, or Fanta Able to eliminate limescale and rust.
Helium Toothpaste Allows you to get rid of stains of different origin.

Many of these tools are in the kitchen "at hand" with each hostess, so in most cases it is not even necessary to spend extra money on detergents, the price of which is quite high.

Cleaning sponge should be soft

How to clean the sink

So, with detergents, we went bankrupt, now consider how to clean the sink made of artificial stone.

This is done as follows:

  • First of all, the surface should be washed with ordinary dish detergent.
  • Then you need to prepare a solution of chlorine in the ratio of water 1: 3 and fill the sink with water.
  • In this state, the plumbing fixture should be left for 15 minutes.
  • After that, her cup once again you need to rinse with running water and wipe dry with a towel.

Tip! If there are bright spots on the surface, then before you clean the sink from an artificial stone, you should remove them with the means listed above.

Wet surface should be wiped with a dry towel.

Care Tips

In order for the sanitary device to retain its original appearance as long as possible, here are some tips for caring for it:

  • Rinse on the walls of the sink should be immediately washed off with water or dish detergent.. In this case, additional cleaning will be required very rarely.
  • Do not use too hard sponges or scouring pads to clean the surface.. In the case of the appearance on the walls of a set of micro scratches, the care of plumbing will only become more complicated.
  • To prevent the appearance of white lime spots, after using the plumbing, its surface must be wiped with a dry soft towel.
  • If the rest of the coffee or tea was poured into the bowl, it is necessary to immediately rinse the surface, as the liquid quickly eats up and subsequently it will be very difficult to remove the stains.

In addition, you need to use the sanitary device carefully and carefully. For example, hard objects that have fallen into the sink can cause scratches or even chips.

Here, perhaps, and all the instructions for the care of the plumbing.

Conclusion

Sink made of artificial stone requires special care, as this material is quite soiled and demanding of cleaning products. To maintain an attractive appearance of the product as long as possible, it is necessary to follow the above rules for care, as well as use only suitable household chemicals for cleaning.

Additional information on the voiced topic can be obtained from the video in this article.