A lot of dirt and grease travels through a kitchen sink every day. Allowed to accumulate, it does not just damage the aesthetics, but also represents a health risk. You need to be active with your cleaning routine.
Daily routine
Commercial kitchen extraction, such as that available at targetcatering.co.uk/kitchen-extraction/commercial-kitchen-extraction, needs to be operational every time your kitchen is used. So do basic cleaning routines. Rinse away anything that may stain, such as tea. Wipe with a damp cloth, especially after prepping raw meat. Use washing up liquid or antibacterial spray. Do not leave anything overnight that could provide a home to bacteria.
Weekly cleaning
Once a week, utilise a narrow bottlebrush to ensure the plughole and overflow are kept clear. For most kitchens, a monthly dose of soda crystals and boiling water down the plughole is enough, but some sinks may require this weekly to maintain drainage.
Type of sink
Stainless steel can benefit from rubbing with a microfibre cloth to prevent watermarks. Cream cleaners, a mix of bicarbonate of soda and water, or for more severe staining, biological washing powder, are effective for ceramic sinks. Avoid acidic cleaners, even undiluted vinegar, for sinks with composite or granite.
Limescale
Limescale is a concern in hardwater areas. It can be cleaned with a solution of water and distilled white vinegar, which you should then wash away with plain water.
Best practices for cleaning a sink may depend on the type of sink and how it is used, but it is always important to maintain the highest hygiene standards.
