How to Clean Porcelain Sink | What Cleaned This Old Sink the Best!!

[@motorcitymadman146]

I read do NOT use steal wool SOS pads after I tired to clean a spot in my sink and made a bigger spot. I see this worked for you maybe my sink is older and uses a different coating. Mine is 41 years old. Kohler makes a cleaner for this type of sink

[@tedtolentino4955]

Steel wool would seem to be a very aggressive abrasive to use on a porcelain surface. The surface does look nice after you completed the cleaning. How has it held up since a year ago or so since you posted this video? have the stains returned, especially the rust spots? did you consider re-glazing the surface?

[@richardclinton-ml6dc]

I haven't personally tried it on porcelain, but 0000 steel wool which is the grade S.O.S. pads use are specifically made to buff and polish metals such stainless steel (which retains its shine after being cleaned with the 0000 grade steel wool). I know the finishes are different, but this is virtually non abrasive/not abrasive at all COMPARED to other steel wool most people are familiar with. Would love to see your answers responded to by OP. (:

[@maxwellduncan6150]

Steel Wool does not seem to scratch glass/ similar provided it is not the soaped version, & not the stainless steel variety.

[@lucyb1382]

It really works! I paused the video and went to the kitchen immediately. I’m shocked at how effective the magic eraser is. Thank you!

[@CleanFreakGermaphobe]

Thanks for trying it and commenting!

[@jeanierussell201]

Me too! My bathroom sink is sparkling. I don’t know why I didn’t think of Magic Eraser before.

[@jonsmith5810]

This video came in handy big time ar the end of 2023!

[@greencheek2745]

I've tried that CLR in the past and it DOES NOT WORK ! So thanks so much for this.

[@cahanfowler1136]

I don't thing CLR has ever worked for anything. Ever. I hate it.

[@brettanderson4343]

By far the easiest way to clean this is by using household laundry bleach. I just place a paper towel in the bottom of the sink, pour a tablespoon or so of bleach straight from the bottle onto the paper towel and then gently wipe it around. You should be very careful not to get the bleach on any clothes or towels as it will bleach spot materials. It works almost instantly. So to finish, I just gently but thoroughly rinse the sink to avoid ANY splashing so it doesn't get on my clothes. Thoroughly but gently rinse out the paper towel with water and then throw it in the trash. It is far easier and works far better than any other chemicals, pads, etc.

[@CleanFreakGermaphobe]

Thanks for the tip, we're going to try it out. It even got off the black marks?

[@tanyatodd9660]

I just did what u said...allow the bleach-soaked paper towels to line the sink's stained areas...10 mins later back scrub w/a gentle scrub pad....looking brand new thank u! Get paper pieces out of the sink & into the trash.

[@thistooiseds3215]

I used to just fill the sink to the brim with hot water and Clorox. I forget how much Clorox I’d add. No sheets of paper towels involved. Super easy.

[@karmaxx]

I do this too with bleach and it takes all the stains out and looks like new after.

[@Alexia24601]

Oh, thank you! I'm going to try this!!

[@stacyphillips3741]

Boy I’d think that would rub porcelain off after while getting down to the metal. Know it’s a rental but still.

[@Hawthornefae]

Yes, not recommended to use SOS or abrasives on old porcelain sinks. It works for awhile, but will actually make the problem worse once the protective layer has worn away. A paste can be made with hot water and BKF for stains, but shouldn't be rubbed on. I would use one of the products recommended by antique plumbing suppliers. DEA Bathroom Machineries is one that has a couple of options.

[@lperiodbperiod]

Thank you, it removed my hair color dye from my bathroom sink!

[@legolarry6026]

CLR has never worked for me. But magic eraser works wonders.

[@Syzygy629]

i have cast iron kohler and sos pads make gray stains on mine .i use vinegar n baking soda and rub around n let sit a while

[@mrs.r3575]

Barkeeper's friend will work well with this sink. I use it for my old sink.

[@nah3186]

We have found the following methods to work on our old (1940) porcelain sinks. For iron we use Bar Keepers friend. Super easy no hard scrubbing and it’s cheap. Magic eraser also works but a bit more costly. For stubborn stains we lightly dampen paper towels with bleach, lay them on the stained areas overnight. This always gets it back to brilliant white! Great video thanks for sharing!

[@CleanFreakGermaphobe]

Great tips, thanks for sharing back!

[@sulmaoropeza7848]

Use vinegar in a bag with a rubber band on the faucet tip let it sit overnight. Be careful when using CLR. Wear a N95 mask and ventilate well. Read instructions you supposed to let it sit. Yes the end result was great but I was concerned for you.

[@CleanFreakGermaphobe]

Yes I have another video about that and it works so well. But I used a stronger vinegar and it worked in an hour instead of 2424 hours! I think the vinegar needed an n95. I actually don't own one...

[@sulmaoropeza7848]

@@CleanFreakGermaphobe yes, i write that too soon. I noticed at the end of video that you started

[@mindpower2824]

N95 masks aren't antigas or antifumes masks 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@kosmosbjm]

For my bathroom handheld sprayer, I leave it in a tall pitcher of vinegar overnight and works very well! Non toxic, too.

[@siezurefreegirl]

I will definitely be doing this at my new apartment

[@thistooiseds3215]

Can’t believe how those mr clean scrubs worked

[@joninelkolbinson4936]

I’ve always used SOS Pads and Comet along with handy dandy toothbrushes and old fashioned elbow grease for cleaning sinks and bathtubs.

[@atazoth5411]

Use soft scrub and comet with a scrubbing pad

[@evinlynprescott214]

I just use soft scrub and it works on mine. Sometimes the Norwex Cleaning Paste. Fill with water, and let sit for about 5 minutes, and wipe with a soft sponge.

[@Jmatt455]

My children thought I was crazy for saving their worn out toothbrushes, till they saw what I was using them for. I also use them when washing the car to get the cracks and crevasses around door handles, mirrors, badges, etc.

[@mikeoverbay4594]

I have a 1920 Koehler that I need to get rust stains off. I’ll try this.

[@sekaf4125]

I use An electric drill with a round brush attachment with soft scrub equals perfection!!!! Removes everything

[@petercortez1142]

Those brushes are made for different surfaces just make sure that you're using the right one for the job.

[@sekaf4125]

@@petercortez1142 I use the plastic brittle with the rounded end. Gets the curves. Takes all black marks out👍🏻

[@socalsal627]

Is there a cleaning solution in the magic eraser or is it just a type of sponge?

[@gloryB-3]

I 💬 the magic eraser worked because the CLR was first scrubbed.

[@okidokidraws]

I think we have the same sink XD mine use to be my Opas rental property he gave to me :p it has a lot of stains Im going to try this

[@pennychurch7917]

Mine worse than that 60 yrs old

[@CleanFreakGermaphobe]

Wish I could come clean it for you!

[@daisydaisy1034]

how about deep rust stains that go deep into the sink?

[@埃里克喜欢水槽过滤器]

i like the drain on the right side of the sink

[@bshadrick]

Thank you. Also, I shoot so I clean guns constantly and they made a hard bristle brass brush shaped like a tooth brush. Might work? And try naval jelly for the rust. Very benign.

[@doinamiron5301]

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[@oldengguy]

Thank you. I'll get started on this tomorrow. Now the test for me is to have the same success with my similar sink and hope my wife suddenly decides we don't need to replace it! I really don't want to do that...and deal with all the rest of the mess that involves.

[@CleanFreakGermaphobe]

Good luck and let us know how it goes!

[@mdillon4311]

I prefer using abrasive side sponges AND AJAX cleanser with Bleach. You NEED bleach to clean stains. SOS has the soap BUT I prefer a bleach additive in a product that gets embedded stains out. I know SOS usually leaves a stainless mark on the enamel which I dont feeling like rescrubbing.

[@maricarmenarteaga142]

Awesome!!! Great job!!! Thank you for the tips, I will try that at home.

[@nathanaelbordash]

Did not work for me 😢

[@FeliciaThomas4asl]

Thank you!!!!!!

[@LINDACONTRERAS63]

Who let’s their sink that bad.??

[@nancywolf3786]

renters

[@joyfulsoul2310]

Wow thank you for making this video! I have the same sink with rust stains & was thinking we might need to replace it. Definitely going to buy a magic eraser & try that. I've heard great things about those.

[@Shanna-oh2hi]

that is an amazing transformation

[@CleanFreakGermaphobe]

It was very satisfying

[@CheckeredDeath89]

Pumie, ;D

[@jeanierussell201]

Thanks!

[@mdillon4311]

Another note is that if you have a later model DROP in sink, chances are the enamel quality is thinner and will need more intensive cleaning. I found this out with the rental in my sons house. The older the sink the better chances of a durable quality enamel. I had bought a bathtub from the 1930s that polished up beautifully after it was removed. It has more shine than the sink I cleaned in my sons house which was probably from the 1970s/1980s.

[@azkabashir926]

Thanku please also make video to remove stain from carpet

[@dwanseicheine7409]

oh wow.....valley brain..wow! 94 iq....wow!