Fregaderos de Granito | Mantenimiento y Limpieza

Granite sinks are renowned for their durability and resistance, making them a popular choice in kitchen design.

Maintaining their pristine appearance is simple, but it's important to follow some tips to ensure they look great for longer. This care guide offers practical advice on how to clean and maintain granite sinks, from daily care to deep cleaning and stain removal.

Daily Care

To keep your granite sink looking its best every day, all you need is a soft sponge, a little mild liquid detergent (such as Viacal, Ajax Líquido, or Cif Amoniacal), and warm water. Wet the sponge under the tap and apply a small amount of detergent to the soft side. Clean the sink with gentle circular motions, using only the soft side of the sponge. Once clean, rinse with warm water and dry with a microfiber cloth to avoid water spots.

➤ Daily stains should be cleaned immediately.

Practical Tips and Warnings

• Do not use the sink as a cutting board. Use a hard wooden or polyethylene board next to the sink.
• Avoid using abrasive cleaners or steel wool, as they can scratch the surface.
• Avoid spilling alcohol, gasoline, acetone, or solvents, as they can irreversibly damage the chemical structure of the sink.
• Dropping heavy or sharp objects can damage the sink.
• Avoid placing hot pots or items that exceed 180°-200°C on the surface. (Be careful! The bottom of a pot just taken off the stove can exceed 400°C). Do not place hot utensils directly on the sink surface and avoid sudden temperature changes between hot and cold objects.

Special Care

Here are some recommendations based on the color of your sink:

• Light-colored sinks
  If you encounter difficult-to-remove stains, we recommend using a mild detergent solution or diluted bleach in warm water. Let the mixture sit in the bottom of the sink for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight. The next day, rinse with warm water and dry with a microfiber cloth. If the stains persist, repeat the process until you achieve the desired results.
• Dark-colored sinks
  For dark-toned sinks with stubborn stains, a mixture of baking soda or dish soap dissolved in warm water is very effective. Let the solution sit in the bottom of the sink for about 8 hours, preferably during the night. The next day, rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth. If the stains persist, repeat the process until they are completely removed.

Removing Metal Abrasion

Granite sinks are highly resistant, but they can show wear marks, especially when metal utensils like pots are used, which may leave dark stains on light-colored surfaces. However, removing these stains can be simple. You just need a bit of soap and a wet scrub brush. Apply the soap to the rough side of the brush and gently rub the sink in circular motions to remove the stains. Then rinse with clean water and dry with a microfiber cloth to prevent water spots.

Removing White Stains from the Sink (Lime)

Suddenly white stains appear on the sink? If you don’t clean your granite sink regularly, lime particles may start to accumulate on the surface. These deposits leave residues and cause discoloration. Although it’s easier to notice lime buildup on dark sinks, on lighter-colored sinks it can go unnoticed until the lime changes color and becomes visible to the naked eye.

To get rid of these stains, rely on specific granite sink cleaners like “ExtraCare,” available in Frecan's catalog.
ExtraCare, thanks to its dense formula, is also suitable for vertical application.

The product dries very slowly, allowing the active agents to react for as long as possible.

It is very easy to apply and leaves no marks. Let it sit for the maximum time and then clean your sink with a sponge. Rinse with water and dry the surface with a soft cloth.

Persistent discolorations are stains fixed by lime; removing the lime should also eliminate the discoloration.

Deep Cleaning of Granite Sinks

Granite is one of the most durable materials available, which makes it ideal for kitchens. Similarly, since it is a natural stone, once a month, we recommend doing a deep cleaning using baking soda, water, and a soft toothbrush to reach every corner; and for disinfection, gently scrub with a green sponge in circular motions.

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