| Stainless
steel sinks are made of type 304 series alloy stainless steel, featuring
the highest quality 18/10 chrome-nickel formulation. This elegant,
heavy-duty, 18 gauge, non-porous material is hygienic, rust-free, and
extremely durable. The gauge is the thickness of the stainless steel. An
easy rule of thumb is, the lower the number of the gauge, the thicker
and better the stainless steel.
HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR SINK
Clean stainless once a week. wipe the sink dry with a clean
soft cloth, working with, not across, the grain; this will inhibit water
spotting and mineral deposits in severe hard water conditions.
All
Purpose Cleaner, Kitchen Cleaner, Formula 409 (follow the directions on
the product) are products available in hardware and grocery stores that
can be used every day to protect, polish and clean your stainless steel
sink.
WHAT NOT TO DO:
Do not use any abrasive sponge pads, wire brushes or Steel Wool.
Cleaners containing Chloride are not recommended, as these products will dull and tarnish the finish.
SURFACE RUST & STAINS:
Stainless steel does not rust.
FLITZ & BAR KEEPERS FRIEND are all effective at removing “surface” residue such as: tarnish, rust, lime deposits & hard water stains.
SCRATCHES:
Scratches are inevitable in any sink material, including
stainless steel. Over time, these scratches will become uniform with the
sink’s grain.
For
severe scratches, secure a pumice rubbing compound from a hardware
store, and follow the directions on the package. Note: Once the sink’s
finish has been restored to your satisfaction, it is recommended to
purchase of a customized sink grid to protect the bowl’s bottom. |
