How to Clean a Black Kitchen Sink

The black kitchen sinks are arguably one of the best types of kitchen sink on the market. It usually makes the kitchen look classy. The sink is made of granite, slate, and quartz among other natural materials. These materials are what make the sink look elegant and at the same time, it makes the sink resistant to scratches.

Nevertheless, proper maintenance and care are very important because these same materials that make the sink attractive also make it susceptible to stains especially white stains such as lime scale and soap buildup. 

Unlike the common stainless steel sinks, much care is needed on matte black sinks and this includes regular cleaning. Simple regular cleaning goes a long way in reducing the amount of effort in combating soap buildup and calcium deposits.

The question is do you know how to clean a matte black sink? For guidance, follow our steps and guidelines below.

Is black sink hard to keep clean?

The straight answer is no. However, improper cleaning can cause difficulties in maintaining your black sink. Also, using the wrong cleaning product can ruin the appearance of the sink. The cleaning products that work for other sink materials like stainless steel sinks, enamel, or cast iron will not necessarily work for the black matte sink. Other than that, cleaning a black matte sink is not complicated but straightforward.

Thus, to ensure smooth maintenance of your sink, you must first avoid cleaning products that can damage the sink, and use the right cleaning materials meant for the sink. 

Since the surface of the sink is nonporous, you can just make it a habit of cleaning it with warm and soapy water, rinse it then dry it with soft fabric after each use. Ensure you quickly clean spills such as tea and coffee before it dries on the sink. You should also avoid using abrasive powders, and an iron sponge to clean your black matte sink, instead of those, use a nylon scrubber or soft wool on it. 

Steps to clean a black kitchen sink

Step 1: Keep Your Sink Dry

Your sink must be kept dry after each use. Leaving water in your sink will not only make your sink look unclean, but it will also discolor it and those hard water spots will likely leave calcium deposits behind. In addition to the consequences, it can make your sink finish wear off and leave dull spots on the sink.

You can avoid all of these ugly consequences by keeping the sink dry at all times. After each use, ensure you dry every drop of water and don’t allow water to remain in the sink for long. And while cleaning the sink, avoid using abrasive cloths to dry the sink, instead, use a soft fabric such as microfiber that will not scratch the sink.

Step 2: Clean Your Sink Daily

The best step to take to avoid any potential issue at all on your sink is to clean it regularly. Calcium deposits and limescale can develop quickly on the black matte sink and before you know it, that attractive appearance your sink brings out will suddenly become dull. Therefore, cleaning the sink daily is imperative. Don’t see this as stress if you want to keep seeing that shiny appearance on your matte sink. Those couple of minutes you spend cleaning it will be worth it eventually. 

Mix distilled white vinegar with water to clean the sink daily. Fill a spray bottle with the solution and spray it on the surface then scrub the sink gently with a soft fabric. Finally, use water to rinse the solution down the sink and use another soft cloth to dry the sink completely.

Step 3: Dish Soap for Soap Buildup

Don’t panic if you have white stains or soap stains buildup on your sink. You can easily get rid of the stains without using harsh chemicals. You can use a bar of old dish soap to get rid of the stain but ensure it does not have added bleach before you apply it. Once you are sure the dish soap hasn’t been mixed with any bleach, pour a small quantity of dish soap on a soft rag and use it to scrub the problem areas.

Step 4: Removing Limescale and Hard Water Spots

Hard water spots and limescale are more visible on the matte black sink than on the surface of any other type of kitchen sink. Removing limescale from your sink can be frustrating especially when you don’t know the right limescale remover to use.

Luckily, there is a solution if you are in this dilemma. Baking soda has proven to be potent against calcium deposits and lime scale. Just sprinkle a small quantity of this baking soda on the problem areas and leave it on the spot for about 40 seconds before using a soft cloth to scrub it. The baking soda creates enough abrasion to remove the calcium deposits and hard water spots without damaging or scratching the sink. Once you are done scrubbing and you are sure the stains have been removed, rinse the sink with clean water and dry it completely.

Step 5: Shine Your Sink

In case your matte sink is starting to look dull or it is not shiny again. Just apply a little oil to the sink to bring back its bright color. There are different types of oil you can use to buff the finish but mineral oil is the most effective. Apply a tablespoon of this oil to the sink and use a soft rag to spread it. You should try doing this every month so that your sink will keep looking fresh.

Conclusion

Black sinks need extra care because the matte finish can easily wear off if you are careless. Negligence and lack of daily maintenance can also cause scratches, discoloration, and haze. This can also mar the sink’s appearance.

The steps highlighted in this article will be helpful if you want to properly maintain your sink and of course, if you want to sustain that “like-new” sink appearance. Remember, keeping your sink clean everyday will be worth it.