Information and Care Guide

Stainless Steel Sinks

With a chrome nickel content of 18 gauge with an 18/10 stainless steel are recommended for home use. This is the highest or best quality available. Chrome increases hardness and wear resistance. Nickel increases strength and improves shock resistance. A thicker gauge steel (thickness is an inverse measurement – 20 gauge is thinner than 18) will maintain water temperature longer and has more sound deadening qualities.

Scratches/chips

Minor scratches may be blended into the sink by lightly rubbing a scrub pad in the direction of the finished grain.

Cleaning

Water and vinegar mixed in a solution may be used to remove mineral deposits that have built up in the surface.To prevent water spots, towel dry your sink after every use.Stainless steel is a material that does not rust, however, iron particles that do rusts will bond to its surface.A steel polish cleaner may be used to remove these spots.

Granite Composite Sinks

They are chip and scratch resistant and have a heat rating of up to 280 degrees Celsius which means boiling hot water may be poured into your sink but a hot pot may burn the surface.

Scratches/Chips

A metal pan or pot may leave a mark but this is not a scratch. To remove use a scrub pad and soap.

Cleaning

Avoid highly abrasive cleansers. A bleach-water solution (50/50) can be used for stubborn food stains such as grease and oil rings. Fill the sink with the bleach and water solution above the stain ring line and allow to sit for at least ½ an hour before cleaning with a dish detergent and rinsing with water.

Cast Iron Sinks

Feature a thick enamel coating in a variety of colors. Fired at temperatures much higher than is possible with enameled steel products, the cast iron surface is "fire polished" to obtain its vivid color and deep gloss. Its density provides outstanding heat retention properties, so water stays warm longer.

Scratches/Chips

The thickness makes it durable and resistant against most damage including scratching but also against acids and denting.

Cleaning

Rinse thoroughly and use a soft cloth to wipe the product dry after each use. In the rare occurrence of stubborn stains, use abrasive cleaners sparingly. Do not use steel wool, wire brushes or abrasive sponge pad.

Porcelain or Vitreous China

These sinks have enamel which is a glass surface fused to a metal base.

Scratches/Chips

The surface is very hard but can be chipped by hard blows.

Cleaning

Wash with detergent and warm water. A solution of baking soda, in warm water may also remove soap scum and soil. Household or bathroom cleaners may be used, as well as, chlorine or hydrogen peroxide bleach to remove stains. Do not use these bleaches full strength or let them remain on the surface for more than a few seconds. Rinse the surface thoroughly. Always rinse with clean water after cleaning.