How to Clean a Granite Composite Sink

Granite composite sinks are hard, durable and resistant. Looking after them is quite simple. This article will explain how to properly care for your granite composite sink, from day-to-day care to deep cleaning to remove stains, water spots and buildup.

Advantages of Granite Composite Sinks

A granite composite sink, such as Silgranit by BLANCO, is modern, stylish, and extremely resistant and almost entirely scratch-proof. The Silgranit line of sinks is made up of 80 percent of the hardest component of granite. The surface of these sinks has antibacterial properties. These sinks are available in a lot of different colours and finishes, and they have the material dyed all the way through, meaning that severe scuffs, scratches, or staining foods, will not cause any discolouration to your sink. Mineral deposits can lead to discolouration, which you can remove with proper care and attention.

It is important to note the following when cleaning your granite composite sink:

• Do not use full strength bleach or cleaners with ammonia
• Do not use chemical drain openers
• Do not use harsh chemicals
• Do not use steel wool and abrasive sponges

Daily Care Tips to Clean a Granite Sink

With proper care, granite sinks are simple to clean and can be keep looking new for years to come. Follow the daily cleaning steps below to keep your entire sink in tip-top condition:

• Use a soft sponge or soft cloth, detergent and water
• Moisten the sponge with warm water
• Squeeze a small amount of detergent to the soft side of the sponge
• Rub sponge in small, circular motions using only the soft side of the sponge
• Rinse the sink thoroughly with clean water
• Dry the kitchen sink with a microfibre cloth

How to Remove Metal Abrasion

Metal objects like pots can cause dark streaks that are noticeable in lighter coloured granite composite sinks. Follow these steps to remove metal abrasion:

• Apply detergent to the rough side of a sponge
• Clean your sink in the same manner as outlined in daily care tips, except using the rough side of the sponge
• For stubborn stains that do not come off using these steps, spray them with a 50:50 solution of water and white vinegar, allow to soak, then gently scrub the solution, rinse and dry the sink.

Removing Mineral Deposits, Hard Water Stains and Other Discolouration

If you wait too long to clean your granite-composite sink, limescale deposits will accumulate and become unsightly. Build-up typically gathers around the drain and the tap. It is easy to spot on darker sinks, and takes a while longer to build-up on lighter coloured sinks. In lighter sinks, the stain eventually becomes discoloured (the colour of tea) and this is when it becomes noticeable. The following steps you can take to remove stains and mineral deposit buildup:

• Spray limescale with a 50:50 solution of water and vinegar solution, allow to soak, then scrub with the rougher side of the sponge (non-abrasive). rinse all of the vinegar and dry.
• Apply a paste made of baking soda and water to the stains. Allow to soak, then scrub, rinse and dry.
• If neither of these steps work, you may consider trying BLANCO Activ powder which removes the layer of limescale and dirt and restores the sink to its original colour. This product is specifically made for BLANCO Silgranit sinks.

Even though granite-composite sinks are higher maintenance than stainless steel sinks, they are a great choice thanks to their long-life, high durability and huge choice of colours. Granite sinks can withstand a lot, but over time they will start looking dull and discoloured if not taken care of. Getting into the habit of treating your sink with care will ensure it lasts for a long time, requiring far less time and attention in the long run. If you are interested in having granite-composite sinks installed in your home, the pros at Always Plumbing & Heating will present you with a wide variety of attractive options and professionally install the sinks in your home.