Kitchen Sinks--Care and Cleaning
Porcelain Enamel Sinks
Care
Do not leave acid foods sitting on the sink surface
for a long time. Many porcelain-on-cast iron sinks made
before 1964 were not acid-resistant. But many acid fruits
such as lemons and other citrus fruits, cranberries,
etc., vinegar, salad dressings and other acid foods could
possibly etch even acid-resistant porcelain enamel if
left in the sink a long time.
Perforated or plastic mats protect sinks from damage.
Stainless Steel Sinks
Care
Perforated rubber or plastic mats in the sink will
cut down on scratching and marking by pans and tableware.
Cleaning
Wash with a solution of hand dishwashing liquid
detergent and water; or a solution of baking soda and
water. Rinse and polish dry with paper towel or soft
cloth. Never use scouring powders or steel wool as they
will scratch stainless steel.
Can brighten by polishing with a cloth dipped in
vinegar, or in ammonia.
Or dampen sink and a sponge; sprinkle a little
baking soda on sponge and rub sink gently; rinse. Can
polish dry with paper towel.