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Six Steps for a Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink: Gentle Cleaning Along the Grain

Reduce water spots and surface scratches by using a gentle cloth, following the metal's grain and wiping water away after use.

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Sterling/Kohler recommends soft, nonabrasive tools for stainless steel sinks. The photograph is generic and does not identify a particular sink brand.

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1. Remove food scraps and loose debris near the drain and faucet. Do not scrape with metal tools.
2. Check the sink's material and maker's care instructions; coated or specially finished surfaces may need different methods.
3. Wipe with a soft cloth or nonscratch sponge. Use a small amount of a cleaner approved for the sink finish if needed.
4. If the steel has a visible grain, work along it. Avoid steel wool, wire brushes and abrasive pads.
5. Rinse away any cleaner according to its label, and dry the basin and edges with a clean soft cloth.
6. Check the sink weekly and wipe moisture after use. Consult a professional about persistent corrosion, cracks or leaks.

Sterling / KohlerHow to Clean & Care for Stainless Steel Sinks ↗Official guide: use soft cloth, clean along grain, avoid steel wool/wire brushes and abrasive pads, dry after use, clean at least weekly.Wikimedia CommonsFile:싱크대 01 01 1.jpg ↗Original photo and author 국립국어원 / National Institute of Korean Language checked; file license CC BY-SA 2.0 KR; photo illustrative and not documentation of procedure.Wikimedia CommonsCommons: Reusing content outside Wikimedia/technical ↗Source-level policy permits direct image hotlinks but file-specific attribution and license remain mandatory.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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