You might not know it, but your kitchen sink could be quite dirty and even gross. It might even be dirtier than your garbage. If not cleaned properly and frequently, the sink can even harbor diseases. But don’t worry. There’s a solution. We’ll tell you everything you need to know to clean the kitchen sink.
Firstly, you’ll need to clean it more often. Lisa Yakas, a microbiologist at NSF International, recommends washing the sink at least once a week. Additionally, it needs to be washed thoroughly when dealing with raw meat or other potentially contaminated food.
Here’s the step-by-step guide to clean your kitchen sink:
1. Clean the kitchen sink thoroughly with soap and water
Always start with simple soap and water, as a surface can only be disinfected if it’s clean first.
2. Use a disinfectant
You can use a disinfectant with chlorine, white vinegar, or diluted bleach. Apply it to the sides of the sink as well.
3. Don’t forget the sink drain
Germs need to go somewhere. So, every two or three weeks, mix a teaspoon of bleach in a quarter cup of water and pour the liquid down the drain.
