{"id":20923,"date":"2022-07-13T18:32:17","date_gmt":"2022-07-13T18:32:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/?p=20923"},"modified":"2025-02-27T18:47:22","modified_gmt":"2025-02-27T18:47:22","slug":"how-to-clean-a-sink-7-eco-conscious-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/live-cleaner\/how-to-clean-a-sink-7-eco-conscious-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Clean a Sink: 7 Eco-Conscious Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

Studies show that keeping your home clean can make you feel better in just about every way\u2014you sleep more soundly, you\u2019re more likely to stay physically well, and you reduce your cortisol (AKA liquid anxiety).<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re anything like us, your kitchen and bathroom are probably at the top of your deep-cleaning checklist<\/a>. After all, you need a semi-organized space and clean dishes to prepare meals, and most people want to clean their bodies in a space that\u2014well\u2014isn\u2019t dirty.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

But, you might be glossing over a critical piece of the cleanliness puzzle\u2014making sure your sink is germ-free, sparkling clean, and draining effectively. In this article, we\u2019re going to break down everything you need to know about how to clean a sink. Whether you have a stainless steel sink, ceramic sink, or porcelain sink, we\u2019ll cover cleaning frequency, why to choose <\/span>eco-conscious cleaners<\/span><\/a> with our formula is 100% vegan formulas, the chemicals to avoid, and so much more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

#1 Clean Your Sink Often<\/strong><\/h3>\n

First, let\u2019s talk about frequency.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You might spot-clean your bathroom sink before hosting a dinner party or rinse out your kitchen basin after doing the dishes, but how often do you use cleaning products on your sinks to eliminate germs and odors?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We recommend keeping your current habits\u2014regular rinse-outs are perfectly healthy\u2014but throwing in a sink deep-clean about once a week.<\/span><\/p>\n

While your kitchen sink is important too, cleaning your bathroom sink (especially hardware like the handles and drain plug) is crucial to eliminating germs that can aerosolize and settle throughout your bathroom when you flush the toilet. Studies show that flushing your toilet can effectively spray germs that can spread diseases\u2014like E. coli\u2014into the air, so cleaning your sink is a surefire way to reduce your interaction with particles that can make you sick.<\/span><\/p>\n

Learning this might make you want to deep clean your bathroom sink\u2014and the kitchen sink, for good measure\u2014every day. If you have the time, go for it, but even a weekly sink rehab can reduce germ transmission.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

#2 Use the Right Tools the First Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Instead of trying out a million different tools to find out what works best, we\u2019re going to give you the skinny on the best sink-cleaning equipment. Pick up the following the next time you head to the local hardware store or add them to the grocery list:<\/span><\/p>\n