How to wash the sink from artificial stone?

Artificial stone, involved in the interior of the dwelling, is famous for its strength and durability. However, the lack of regular care provokes a rapid loss of the attractiveness of the material. Therefore, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with a few simple rules for caring for a sink made of artificial stone. This will help to avoid mistakes that may lead to the replacement of the car wash or its restoration.

The original appearance and custom design - the first thing that buyers are struck by the sight of a shell made of artificial stone. And even special and complex care of the sink will not keep from its acquisition.However, even regular cleaning does not guarantee the absence of difficulties associated with the care of artificial stone.

Despite the external strength and durability, the shells from imitation of natural stone are extremely capricious and require special care. If this treatment is not carried out - the shells become fragile.

The surface inside the sink tends to form calcareous deposits, especially in cases where hard water flows through the water supply system. This feature is inherent in dark artificial stone sinks. This situation does not fix even the presence of a fine filter.

If the sink is not washed immediately, then persistent stains and stains will begin to form on its bottom. Get rid of them in the future will be difficult to tap.

For the external attractiveness of the sink, a faulty mixer is the number one enemy. The fact is that regular tap leaks provoke corrosion on the surface. Rusty smudges are one of the most difficult to trace.

The presence of a crack in the sink makes daily cleaning extremely difficult.

Before you start washing the sink, it is necessary to assess the scale of contamination. For particularly resistant stains, it is recommended to stock up with specialized detergents that are designed to clean the surface of the composite material. It is quite simple to use them: it is necessary to apply a small amount of cleaning agent to the entire surface of the sink and (after 10 minutes) rinse it.

Purification will be carried out more effectively when using melamine sponge - such a sponge will create a special foam. When foam is formed, one fragment of the sponge becomes open and the other closes, acquiring rigid and elastic properties.This type of sponge is suitable for cleaning virtually any surface.

To remove stains from coffee, ordinary liquid soap comes to the rescue. Apply it to the entire surface of the sink and wipe the dirt intensively. Then rinse the sink thoroughly with water. It is recommended to finish the cleaning by wiping the surface dry with a soft cloth. It should be noted that this method is applicable for fresh stains from coffee and other colored liquids.

Such tools harm the external surface of the shell, leave microscratches, chips and can cause a change in the color of the stone.

Caring for an artificial stone sink may seem like a daunting task. Nevertheless, by fulfilling all the recommendations, you will extend the life of the sink for many years, while maintaining the external attractiveness of the product.

To clean the stone surface of the sink at home is not at all difficult if you follow our advice.

Before you buy detergent, make sure that it does not contain caustic alkali and acid. For example, in no case is it recommended to use liquid or gel for cleaning an artificial stone, intended for an oven or for getting rid of a blockage in a pipeline. There are specially made detergents suitable for taking care of your type of sink.

• "Pemo Lux" (powder with abrasive particles). This tool will ensure the purity of the sink, eliminate the unpleasant smell and give the product a pleasant unobtrusive aroma. However, it is recommended not to apply the powder directly to the surface of the sink, it must be mixed with water in advance and to achieve a consistency of slurry.
• Products containing chlorine. This type of detergent for the sink does not damage the surface of the stone, but rather helps to effectively clean it of lime deposits and difficult to remove contaminants. It is worth mentioning that these tools perfectly disinfect the entire area of ​​the sink.

• Specialized tools for composite material. Such tools are the best option for the care of imitation of natural stone.They do an excellent job with the tasks. According to the instructions, spray the product over the surface of the sink and leave for the time indicated on the label. After that, rinse the sink with warm water and dry it with a soft cloth.
• For everyday care behind the sink it is permissible to use liquid detergent for washing kitchen utensils. With its regular use, stains and dirt will not be deeply absorbed into the surface.

Most of the lucky owners of artificial stone sinks are wondering whether the available tools are suitable for cleaning the surface of the sink. Many housewives generally refrain from using industrial tools, resorting only to popular methods of cleaning. Consider the most popular and effective ones.

• Citric acid application permissible only for light artificial stone. It will perfectly cope with the removal of stains from various coloring fluids and recent rust marks. For use, apply lemon juice or a concentrated analogue of citric acid solution to the contaminated area. Leave on for 5-10 minutes.Then rinse the surface with plenty of water. It is also permissible to use sliced ​​lemon, left on the spots for a short period of time.
• Using soda, you can clean black, greasy film and other contaminants. It is important to pre-dissolve the soda in the water, having achieved the consistency of gruel. Next, apply the mixture on a rag and distribute around the perimeter of the sink. Rubbing soda is not recommended. Leave on for a couple of minutes, then rinse the surface. For best results, you can repeat the procedure.

• When water evaporates (which is commonplace in the kitchen space) on the surface, the formation of calcium carbonate, better known as "limescale", occurs. Dry mustard will help to wipe it off. To do this, dilute the mustard powder in water. Using a sponge in a circular motion, it is necessary to distribute the mixture over the contaminated area and let the mustard act for 10-15 minutes. After that - carefully rub and rinse with warm water. Also, this method is applicable for fat deposits.

• All the familiar method of cleaning using tooth powder or paste can achieve good results. Dilute the product in water (as mustard powder or soda). Then - spread it over the entire area of ​​the sink and (using an ordinary toothbrush with medium stiffness of the bristles) wipe the surface.
• The original, but really effective solution is use of carbonated drinks (e.g. Sprite or Seven Up). They can be used for unstable pollution. The drink should be slightly heated, poured onto the contaminated area and left for 10-15 minutes. After the time, it is necessary to additionally wipe the surface with a sponge and rinse with water at room temperature.

Regular presence of water in the kitchen space provokes the appearance of lime deposits. A reliable and fast way to get rid of this problem will be specialized cleaners for the composite material or ordinary vinegar solution.

So, a specialized cleaning solution should be applied to the entire surface of the sink, after 10-20 minutes - rinse it.

If you prefer to use acetic solution,We strongly recommend that you adhere to the following rules:

• rubber gloves are required;
• it is necessary to soak the sponge in advance with 9% vinegar solution;
• further - wipe the contaminated area with a sponge;
• wait 5-7 minutes;
• rinse the surface with water at room temperature;
• wipe the entire surface with a dry soft cloth.

To preserve the original appearance of the sink, there are several tips that will help you achieve your task.

• First of all, do not neglect preventive measures. Numerous responses of owners of sinks made of artificial stone, agree on one thing - undesirable stains or stains do not appear on the surface if you immediately remove food debris and wipe the surface with a liquid tool for kitchen utensils.
• The limescale does not threaten your sink if it is regularly wiped dry.

• Caring for the surface is necessary constantly. Polishing and grinding should also be carried out periodically.
• From the stubborn dirt will help get rid of ordinary soda. It will also help to whiten the surface and achieve a more white tone of the stone, to polish it.

See how to look after an artificial stone sink in the video below.