Disinfecting your kitchen sink is important.
But, it’s something that most people don’t think about doing very often.
In fact, according to the CDC, nearly half of all food poisoning outbreaks occur in kitchens.
That means that if you want to avoid getting sick, it’s important to disinfect your kitchen sink regularly.
The good news is that there are several different ways to disinfect your kitchen sink.
1. Use Vinegar
As mentioned above, vinegar is an excellent choice for cleaning your kitchen sink, especially if you have kids around.
Just pour some vinegar into the sink, wait about 20-30 minutes, and then rinse away.
2. Add Lemon Juice
Add lemon juice to your vinegar solution. This helps prevent bacteria growth.
3. Spray Down Your Sink With Lysol
Spray Lysol down your kitchen sink. This kills germs and prevents them from growing.
4. Add Dish Soap
Dish soap is another option for disinfecting your kitchen sink.
Just pour some dish soap into the sink, wait 10-15 minutes, and then rinse.
5. Use Alcohol
Alcohol is another option for disinfection.
Pour alcohol into your kitchen sink, wait 5-10 minutes, and then rinse off.
6. Use Baking Soda + Water
Mix baking soda and water together in a bowl, add some dishwashing liquid, and stir until the mixture becomes thick (like toothpaste).
Then, pour this solution into your kitchen sink and let it sit for at least 2 hours.
Rinse out the sink with warm running water.
7. Use Borax
Borax is another option for disinfectants.
Simply pour borax into your kitchen sink, let it sit overnight, and then rinse. This method works well for removing soap scums.
8. Use Vinegar + Salt
Mix 1 cup of vinegar with 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Then, pour this solution into the sink. Let it sit overnight, and rinse.
9. Use Bleach
Bleach can be used as a disinfectant but it should only be used on surfaces like countertops or sinks that aren’t porous.
To use bleach, mix one part of chlorine bleach with four parts of water. Pour this solution into your kitchen and let it sit overnight.
10. Use Baking Soda
Baking soda is another option for disinfection. Simply pour some baking soda into your kitchen sink, leave it alone for 15 minutes, and then rinse out.
How To Clean Your Kitchen Sink
A dirty kitchen sink is simply a sink that hasn’t been cleaned out in a while.
But, if you’re looking to really clean your kitchen sink, here are some tips:
1. Use a Cleaner
First of all, you don’t need any kind of cleaner to clean your kitchen sink.
In fact, using anything other than soap and water will probably make the problem worse.
Using cleaners will cause the buildup of residue on the surface of the sink. This residue will then attract dirt and bacteria, causing the problem to worsen over time.
Instead, use soap and water.
2. Scrub Away
Next, scrub away.
Scrubbing the sink with a sponge or brush will remove most of the built-up residue.
However, if you notice that the sink still isn’t completely clear after scrubbing, try adding a little bit of dishwashing liquid to the water.
This will help loosen the residue and allow it to come right off.
3. Rinse Away
Finally, rinse away.
Rinsing the sink with warm water will help to loosen the residue left behind.
After rinsing, pour a cup of vinegar into the sink to neutralize the remaining residue.
Vinegar has natural cleaning properties that will help to dissolve the residue.
Once the sink is clean, run some fresh cold water through it to cool it down.
Then, turn on the faucet and let the water flow freely until the sink is completely dry.
Now, you’ve got a clean kitchen sink!
FAQs
Q. What’s the difference between a stainless steel sink and an enameled sink?
A. Enameled sinks have a coating on them that makes them shiny and easy to clean.
Stainless steel sinks do not have a coating on them. Instead, they are made from solid metal that is resistant to corrosion.
Because these sinks are more durable, they tend to last longer than enameled sinks.
Q. Can I use my regular detergent to clean my stainless steel sink?
A. No.
Detergents contain chemicals that can damage the finish on stainless steel sinks.
If you want to clean your sink, you’ll need something specifically designed for stainless steel sinks.
Q. Is there a special way to clean my stainless steel kitchen sink?
A. Yes.
You can use the same steps listed above to clean your sink.
However, when you’re finished, remember to rinse the sink thoroughly before running hot water through it.
This step will prevent rust from forming in the sink.
Q. Do I need to put bleach in my sink?
A. Not unless you want to.
Bleach contains chlorine which can be harmful to your health.
It also doesn’t work very well at removing grease stains.
Q. Does a plastic liner go under my sink?
A No.
Plastic liners trap debris inside the sink and can become clogged over time.
They also look ugly.
Q. Do you sell stainless steel sinks?
A. We sell both stainless steel and enameled sinks. However, we only sell our products directly to homeowners.
We don’t sell to businesses or retailers.