03Apr 2014

House cleaning can take in many different materials and scenarios. When it comes to finding the best way to approach each of these cleaning situations, finding the right knowledge to suit your home can be tough. One of the areas which makes a real difference to the cleanliness of your home is the sink. With most homes likely to have at least two, many people choose to change up the interior decorating in their home by selecting a sink made from a different material. For those looking for something different, the idea of a granite sink is becoming ever more popular in many people’s home. But how should one approach cleaning a granite sink and is the process different from cleaning a normal sink? Read on to find out. When it comes to day to day care, a granite sink can be just like any other. That is, after each and every use you should rinse and dry the sink area in order to best prevent the build-up of bacteria, lime scale and mildew. Taking the time to rinse the surfaces means that any food or other debris is also removed before it has had time to dry and to harden, which makes removal far more difficult. The drying can be especially important depending on where you live as minerals which might be found in your local water supply can eventually erode and do damage to the sink. It can be easy enough to clean the sink on a day by day basis using a simple mix of soap and water. Using warm water and the regular dishwashing soap which you employ should be enough for simple cleaning solutions, especially if you are paying particular attention to clean regularly. Depending on the dishwashing liquid which you use, this will also help to get rid of any bacteria which might build up around the sink and can help you enjoy the granite surface or your sink at all times. The process is simple enough, just place the plug in the sink, allow it to half fill with warm water and then use this solution in order to clean the rest of the surfaces, finally paying attention to the areas inside the bowl itself, before drying the area off. When it comes to deciding which cleaning tools to use on your granite sink, it is advised that you avoid any items which might be considered too abrasive or likely to scratch the surface, such as wire wool or stronger scouring pads. While these solutions might be fine for metal pans and ceramic plates, they can leave marks in the surface of your granite sink, the kinds of scratches which are incredibly hard to remove. A microfiber cloth or a soft sponge is preferable when it comes to cleaning the surfaces of your sink, and can be just as effective when used with the right cleaning solution. Always remember to scrub gently, whatever tool you use, as being too forceful will likely make little difference while running the risk of damaging the fixings. After you have cleaned the sink and are satisfied with the results, begin to rinse away the residue of soap which remains. It can be easy to tell if a soapy residue has remained after cleaned as the normally shiny finish of your granite sink has become dulled and is not nearly as reflective. If this happens, simply continue to rinse and wash with a soft cloth. Once the soap has gone, all the remains is to use a dry towel or dish cloth in order to dry and wipe down the now shiny surfaces of your clean granite sink.

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