Just wanted to say THANK YOU SO MUCH for sharing and also to let others know that this technique works like magic. My black granite composite now looks like NEW. We've had it since 2008 and regretted buying it because the hard water stains made it look so embarrassingly dirty no matter the many cleaners I used - cheap, expensive, organic. While I hesitated to use the baking soda and vinegar combination, I went ahead and did exactly as you demonstrated, then applied the mineral oil overnight and it has been looking new for days. It even removed the hard water stains on my black granite around the sink. Thanks again. Most grateful and happy you reposted.
OMG you are a God Send. I would not have got this sink if I had a good Designer working on my renovation. Thank you for helpful tips... Im in Arizona and our water is very hard.... Many Blessings
Thats a superb video.. We just bought one of these for our utility, it comes with pages of instrutions on how to care for your sink that could have just been summed up and replaced with the instruction. "Do not Use " so will certainjy not be buying one for our new kitchen..but will keep the one in the utility now and use your method herd to keep it looking decent . Many thanks
I got this sink for a rental unit. Upon first use, it was staining...very frustrating since it was not used very often ( I didn't have the sink connected to water until the last month). Thank you for this video, it saved me from having to buy another sink. It was kind of lengthy on words, but information is appreciated. Some people have a very short amout of time to get information. 👍👍
Thank you so much for this. We just purchased a 12 yr old home with this type of sink and I been googling trying to find out what kind of sink and how to make it look better. I will use mineral oil after cleaning and let it set overnight. Thank you thank you thank you.
I’ve had success with removing the white haze by just allowing the Baki f soda to sit for 20 minutes and then adding the vinegar right before I scrub it. Hope this helps!
I moved to an apartment that has this kind of compose sink and for the last six months I hadn’t been able to figure out how to clean it without making it look even worse! THANK YOU SO MUCH for the tip! I had your video playing as I was cleaning my sink. It looks 1000%x BETTER!! 10/10! :)
I just purchased this sink a couple of days ago and was nervous about keeping it looking nice and was going to order the Neoroc cleaner from Koehler. You just saved me $10 plus shipping costs. It is also recommended that you purchase bottom basin racks and/or rinse baskets to help keep sink in good condition. They would cost over $100 for one of each… $70 rinse basket and $30 bottom basin rack… but after seeing your sink in such good condition at 3 years old… I don’t think I need them. You just saved me another $100!! Thank you so much for the awesome tips! What do you use to clean your sink between oilings? I used Ajax on my stainless steel sink but thought it might scratch or damage the finish of the neoroc.
No need for those wire racks. These sinks are tough - I chose it because nothing makes marks and even hot pans don't burn them. No Ajax needed - just clean it like your dishes in between oil cleans.
This works great and is really easy compared to the expensive “supreme” 3-step kit I bought that only lasted a few hours. The only thing I did differently was I used a magic eraser for the 2nd cleaning. Also want to mention that the vinegar should be diluted with water before putting on the sink per everything I have read.
Gooday from Thailand. Thank you for the great tip. I'll try it on my sink. Updated: My sink looks really, really great after applying food-grade mineral oil. Thumbs up.
When I bought my granite (dark brown) composite sink four years ago, I wondered what was the best way to care for it. For some reason, logic told me that since granite is a natural material, I should use something natural. I scrubbed the sink with Dawn and very hot water, rinsed with very hot water, dried it thoroughly, then slathered on some mineral oil while still warm, waited fifteen minutes, then buffed it with a soft cloth. I do this about once a month. It does become depleted when you drain pasta or other boiling liquids. But it's a quick fix. I have been using mineral oil for many years for many purposes. When my first child was born 44 years ago, I used baby oil to prevent diaper rash and it worked great, but I was allergic to the fragrance in it and my hands would get a rash. I looked up the ingredients in baby oil, and sure enough, mineral oil was the main ingredient. I went to the drug store and bought a half gallon for the same price as a 10 oz bottle of baby oil. I've used it for everything over the years. It's the main ingredient in lotions, creams, etc. I always have mineral oil in the house!
Terrible! Don't ever apply mineral oil to your skin. It's an oil product. Baby oil on babies is a child abuse. One should only apply natural oil to skin. If you won't eat it, don't massage with it. I know, I know, women put on make up and tons of other creams that aren't edible, but at least don't ever treat nappy rash on babies with mineral baby oil.
OMG, thank you so much! I've been struggling with fear of cleaning my stone sink "properly" for a good while (during which it's become much more awful looking than yours haha as I chose not to clean it at all 😄), so your video is a saviour! I've just spent only half an hour max - and my shiny sink now's waiting for the oil excess to be removed.. but it's looking SO F*CKING GOOD! 🙏Thank you very much again, take care!
Thank you so much! I was getting ready to call the distributor and complain how awful this sink looks after 1 year! I did just as you instructed; however I left the oil on overnight and it's beautiful! Thank you again. Most helpful. MB
This is fantastic, if you're on city sewer. Or even a hot climate septic system. But in Alaska, we can't put vinegar into our septic systems because it really mucks up the system. It's not hot enough to develop the bacteria needed that break down the solids. We literally have to pump our systems each year. I suppose if you're only doing this once a year, maybe it's not that big of a deal.
Here is my trick. It uses Mineral oil too.. Just clean the sink normally. It doesn't have to be perfect. Here is the key. Your stopper must leak by a little. Or buy another one and drill a 1/16 hole in it. Fill the sink and add about a shot glass of mineral oil while its filling. Now walk away. as it drains slowly the mineral oil will coat the sink. Swishing the water around periodically will ensure even coverage
Letting any kind of oil go down the sink isn’t a great thing to do if you have a septic tank. Also keep in mind that oil will coat your pipes also. Probably not as big a deal if your served by city/county sewer, but because we have a septic tank I do what I can to keep even a teaspoon of oil go down the drain. This includes things like wiping out my greasy skillets and everything else that has oil or grease on it before I wash or load the dishwasher.
I would imagine it could be used on any color. None of the ingredients listed can cause any damage to the sink. I would just give it a try. All you have to lose is a little time. Good luck from Florida. 🍊
@@nearlyorganicnoshing2798 hi thanks for the reply,i decided to use pink stuff paste gave it a good scrub with a cloth and finished off with olive oil it came up brilliantly and no more glue stains.
I thought white vinegar n baking soda couldn't be mixed together, due to any chemical interaction, looks like I was wrong.. G🎉🎉d.. will try that. Also plz where did y get that white corner by the back of the sink, base board or what ever that call it? Thank you for the demonstration.
@@nearlyorganicnoshing2798 Not the tray, the white strip tape to cover the corner between wall/back splash & the counter, not clear if that's tape or stiff plastic. Thanks
You stated that granite composite is very porous so that is why letting the oil "soak in" helps keep the luster longer. The manufacturers of granite and quartz composite sinks tout their incredibly NON-porous property is what makes it an excellent non-bacterial choice for a sink material. I don't doubt that an oil coating helps, but there must be something else going on.
I have had stainless steel, porcelain, plastic and granite. I will take the maintenance with a granite sink over the rest any day. I think the plastic/acrylic looks cheap. I have had expensive and inexpensive stainless. Neither was easy to keep clean. Had to polish them all the time, they scratched and had water spots, streaks and stains. So If you like the look of stainless over granite, its fine. But they are definitely not easier to maintain, just different look.
We had a granite composite sink in our old house and it still looked great when we did a complete kitchen makeover a few years after installing it. In the “new” kitchen, I had 2 sinks and chose stainless steel for them and have no regrets there. Fast forward to today, and the house we purchased 2 years ago has a quite small single basin make of granite composite. I really don’t like the small size, which is smaller than the prep sink I had in the last house. Also, it has a lot of the “white stuff” that hasn’t yielded to my most vigorous cleaning. The method in this video, though, is something I will try - at some point, I’m planning on replacing this sink with a much larger farmhouse sink with an apron in front, in either stainless steel or soapstone. I need to purchase mineral oil but hoping my composite sink will come out looking as good as the one in the video.
Out of the box my Kraus granite composite sink was lighter than expected and it somewhat resembled plastic. It reminded me a little bit of a plastic janitorial sink for a garage. It also wasn't smooth, it had a texture to it. Is this normal?
Hi, think I just made a mistake by bought granite composite sink like this without deep research.... It's not installed yet as my house still in progress of constructing. but now all these maintenance problem that i read/watch make me worried. I'm really curious, how hard it is to maintain, compared to Stainless steel, especially on hard stain like tea/coffee, or any stuff that left for a weeks uncleaned? Mine have grey color, but most people buy white or black which i know hard to maintain, whatever the material is. Like black shower, or faucet are already hard to maintain right...
Honestly it is not that bad. I love a stainless sink, and would never have another enamel one, but that is personal opinion. Where your soap dispenser is, you will get more streaking, but I have not had real issues with regular use. All the styles take effort and have their pros & cons, but I can shine my sink up quickly in a few minutes.
It takes about a month of daily washing, for it to start looking worn. Just rinse the sink well after dishes, and not leave soap residue sitting in the bottom.
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published a scientific opinion on human exposure through the diet to a diverse group of mixtures known as ‘mineral oil hydrocarbons’ (MOH). The potential human health impact of MOH varies widely; so-called ‘aromatic’ MOH may act as genotoxic carcinogens (that is they may damage DNA, the genetic material of cells, as well as cause cancer), while some ‘saturated’ MOH can accumulate in human tissue and may cause adverse effects in the liver.
Doesn't the vinegar etch the finish on the sink? Seems it would rough up the surface so more minerals would attach. I have thought of this too, but thought it might be a good idea?The "white streaks" are water spots and etching. Mineral oil just covers it up... I wish I never bought my sink or got it in gray.
I have not had any issues with etching, and yes, the white can be mineral deposits. I find that my worst "white" areas, are where soap drips constantly when using my dispenser, so maybe the soap is drying out or removing moisture from the sink, but whatever it is, this combination has worked for me for many years. My sink still looks brand new.
My apartment has this sort of sink and granite countertops. I asked my landlord if he had any suggestions on maintenance (I’d never been blessed to have those luxuries before lol) and he went 🤷♂️ “I’ve seen you’re old place. You’re clean. You’ll figure it out.” So we have a composite sink but it’s brown. I used the bon-ami powder (gently!!) a few months after nothing worked, and I thought I took off a top finishing layer of the sink or something because the white would NOT GO AWAY! I was so scared lol I actually used (on a whim) the Mrs Meyers all purpose spray + a microfiber cloth and it actually worked. I was SHOCKED. But mostly excited that I didn’t ruin the dang thing. It obviously didn’t provide the shine that you’re method does, but it’s definitely a good “mother in law is stopping over and WILL judge your ashy sink” quick fix! Thanks for the update :) Ps: anyone with the brown version of these sinks have any advice or similar issues?? Advice on stains? Having natural tiles, countertops, fixtures, AND sinks makes cleaning wayyyy more tedious than usual. And I LOVE cleaning. 😩 😬
I would try cleaning with straight vinegar or diluted vinegar, then buff with mineral oil. I use mineral oil on my stainless steel faucets & bronze faucets.
I have the exact problem you have. New house. I thought I ruined it. Came across this because I’m trying to find out how to get the bleached ring out! The new one cost $50.😤 I’m going to get some mineral oil! Fingers crossed!
I just got my first granite composite sink installed this week. Before I purchased it I did all my research and totally agree with what you used to clean it and then oil it. 🥰 For some reason the installer used mineral spirits to clean out some of the stuff it was around the drain at the bottom of the sink when he was done installing it. Do you think the mineral spirits will damage it? 😟
They use a pipe dope compound to install the drain, mineral spirits are used to remove the compound, I don't think anyone uses that for general cleaning.
Does anyone with a darker brown sink have theirs look like the before as well? Just wondering if the issues are mostly with the black ones. I'm about to have a brown one I purchased a couple of years ago installed and don't want to regret anything.
@@reneem9353 thank you. My project was supposed to be completed but there were some delays and I am still sinkless. Would you choose the same sink again with the hard water, or would you go with stainless? We also have very hard water, although I am buying a new softener.
@@lauralaforge558 I would still choose this sink. I have had enamel & stainless. I would never have enamel again & stainless can stain also, but it would be my second choice.
@@lauralaforge558 Honestly, go with what you like because you have to clean any sink right?! Hard water is ...well...hard on any sink. A shortcut I literally just tried that worked and is a bit less messy is to just spray the white marks (including rings from cups, etc) with pure vinegar and lightly scrub out. It worked amazing! Then "condition" with the oil. It really makes it look brand new! Like she said, let it set for a while before buffing it out, I also think it makes it last a little longer. Hope this helped and good luck with finishing your project!
The moral of the story for me is while remodeling, don't get a black composite granite/plastic sink unless you like drying it every time you use it. It's like buying a black car where you wash it and it looks beautiful but has a very visible layer of dust before you get it home and into your garage.
@@omfgitsaxel I looked at the reviews and noticed a pattern that those with the BLANCO Precis Silgranits were nothing but happy. I read the abuse tests also. So I held out for the the Coal Black 50/50 Double Bowl Undermount Kitchen Sink, 29x18x8 and held out for the Coal Black. I've had it since Aug 27, 2022 and it has been so maintenance free that I feel guilty. I've done nothing to it, zero, nada, zip, and it looks like the day I put it in. The part you won't like is the price. However, I believe in buy once, cry once.
The mineral oil is a great idea but not the vinegar and baking soda. It always surprises me that people don't realize the chemical result. Vinegar is an acid. baking soda is a base. They neutralize each other and the gas is released aren't good for you. Use vinegar to get rid of calcium stains which are basic. Then use baking soda or scratchless comet or something similar afterward to do the cleaning. Then the mineral oil once a month, and you're golden.
Yeah I was wondering what this baking soda vinegar combo would do to your calking and surrounding surfaces. I'm considering buying this sink to replace my old, but the cleaning is a hassle. I clean my existing cast iron sink once a week with soft scrub, but baking soda alone would work well too.
You do not have a clue what you are talking about. The gas released when combining baking soda and vinegar is carbon dioxide. It is harmless. You take in carbon dioxide in with every breath you take - carbon dioxide is in the air we breath. If you consume fizzy drinks, such as sparking water or beer, carbon dioxide gas is dissolved in those beverages. Every plant on the surface of the earth consumes carbon dioxide as part of its cellular respiration. Carbon dioxide is responsible for the texture and grain of breads and cakes - that is why baking soda is used in the preparation of these foodstuffs. Also, baking soda is not a base. Baking soda is a salt. The reaction between vinegar and baking soda is not an acid-base reaction is a decomposition reaction. I suppose, however, that is a lesson for another day.
You still have the whiteness because you mixed vinegar with all that baking soda and neutralized whatever effectiveness that had all by themselves. All those kitchen hacks about running vinegar through your coffee maker to freshen it up, do they ever tell you to add baking soda? And when you add the mineral oil, it just moistens the surface which hides the whiteness, much like water would do. We just got one of these sinks a couple of weeks ago and my wife was already complaining about the hard water deposits showing up on the dark surface. The first thing I thought of was vinegar. I put a little on a paper towel and scrubbed a small area for a few seconds and then wiped it clean with a wet paper towel and dried it with a dry paper towel (no, not 3 separate towels. Just one, for demonstration purposes). After a few minutes, you could easily see where I had cleaned. The mineral oil isn't a bad idea as it will repel water, preventing hard water deposits from sticking. After a while of course, normal use will wash away the oil and it will need to be reapplied. That will likely require a little cleaning because the oil was disappearing over time. That being the case, why not just clean it with vinegar from time to time and save yourself a step. I will admit though, the mineral oil does make the sink look stunning after it's first applied. Something to think about when you're having special company over or you plan on selling your house.
Sorry, but not true! My sink is 10 years old and I have done what you suggested and it drys out the sink and causes more scratches. Plus, I don't use or want to use toxic Comet. This recipe and video is awesome and I applaud her efforts!
@@jeannepatriot, it’s impossible to “dry out” a composite sink, they are made of granite, quartz and resin. It’s impossible to scratch a composite sink with a Scotch cleaning pad and the manufacturer even recommends using them. You are full of BS.
Why use mineral oil if you are concerned about using car wax, etc? Mineral oil isn't food grade, it's a petroleum product. Better apply vegetable oil of sort. The American faucets are horrendous though, lol!
@@nearlyorganicnoshing2798 mineral oil is a petroleum product. Johnson baby oil is made for babies so it is sold as safe. In reality, it isn't safe at all and there have been law suits against Johnson. What the official statements are is irrelevant. Don't be fooled by marketing labels. Mineral oil isn't a product that can be said to be for food and skin products. Having said that, I could use mineral oil to polish sink and worktop because I will clean it afterwards thoroughly, leaving no significant traces of it. Just as I could use car wax, for example. Further, we don't fill up the sink for washing up. It's not hygienic, even though it saves water. We always wash under a running water. However, as you said that you wouldn't apply car wax and other products because you wash food and dishes in the sink, hence my comment.
@@July-A7 The World Health Organization classifies minimally treated mineral oils as carcinogens group 1 known to be carcinogenic to humans;[7] Highly refined oils are classified group 3 as not suspected to be carcinogenic, from known available information sufficient to classify them as harmless.
I don't know what idiot once thought that granite composite is a good material for sinks ... worst idea ever! I have a white granite composite sink and its a nightmare to clean it!
@@elenilachana1751 Yea, granite do look amazing unfortunately they are so sensitive to stain and scratches. Stainless steal or ceramics are the best in terms of resistance.
@@nearlyorganicnoshing2798, if you actually tried it you would know it the only thing that works and makes your composite sink look like the day it was installed. Putting oil on your sink does not clean off the calcium and buildup, it just hides it temporarily.
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I am a single man and know very little about cleaning sinks and bringing them back to life , but this video was fantastic !! Thank You very much !!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Just wanted to say THANK YOU SO MUCH for sharing and also to let others know that this technique works like magic. My black granite composite now looks like NEW. We've had it since 2008 and regretted buying it because the hard water stains made it look so embarrassingly dirty no matter the many cleaners I used - cheap, expensive, organic. While I hesitated to use the baking soda and vinegar combination, I went ahead and did exactly as you demonstrated, then applied the mineral oil overnight and it has been looking new for days. It even removed the hard water stains on my black granite around the sink. Thanks again. Most grateful and happy you reposted.
I am so happy I was able to help!
I'm new to the granite sink... this was very helpful
So glad you found this video beneficial.
So glad I looked at this video I'm still trying to decide whether to buy granite or stainless. Thank you
Happy to help.
You'll love granite! Nothing marks them and in 10 years a granite sink will look better than a stainless one, IMO.
I can tell you how helpful both these cleaning hints were exactly what I was searching for! My sink and appliances thank you too!
thanks for your "touch up" tip ! so happy I found your channel
Glad it was helpful!
OMG you are a God Send. I would not have got this sink if I had a good Designer working on my renovation. Thank you for helpful tips... Im in Arizona and our water is very hard.... Many Blessings
Good luck!
Holy moley....what a difference!!! My sink looks brand new! Thanks for the great video!
Glad it helped!
How many days does it stay good look
Thats a superb video.. We just bought one of these for our utility, it comes with pages of instrutions on how to care for your sink that could have just been summed up and replaced with the instruction. "Do not Use " so will certainjy not be buying one for our new kitchen..but will keep the one in the utility now and use your method herd to keep it looking decent . Many thanks
Happy to help!
Sorprendente!!! Muy agradecido por tus buenos consejos!! Saludos desde España
Gracias por verlo. Espero que te haya gustado el vídeo.
I never thought to use Mineral Oil! Genius! Thanks so much for this video. I'll be at Walmart early to buy the oil! 🥰 Molly
This has worked great for us. Thanks for posting!
Glad it helped!
It looks good, please don't listen to what people say!
Thank you. Always nice to hear something positive.
wow such a transformation ! Brilliant girl !!
Thank you!
Thanks for this, it was a great help for us in deciding whether to go with granite composite or stainless!
Happy to help!
Me too, or at least not a black composite granite/plastic sink.
I got this sink for a rental unit. Upon first use, it was staining...very frustrating since it was not used very often ( I didn't have the sink connected to water until the last month). Thank you for this video, it saved me from having to buy another sink. It was kind of lengthy on words, but information is appreciated. Some people have a very short amout of time to get information. 👍👍
Great video!! That was THE most helpful video of all that are out there!!!
So glad I could be of assistance!
Great video, will be doing this!!!
Just cleaned my composite sink following your instructions and it's come up like new , fantastic result ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Awesome! Just found you after searching for non toxic way to restore my sink that is exactly like yours. Great video, thank you!! I'll do it soon.
Food grade Mineral oil is still toxic
Thank you for this video and sharing your expertise! Blessings to you
Thank you for your sweet words.
Great advise! Thanks for the demo. Tried it out on my composite sink and it worked great. Looks like new and saved me trplacing the sink.
So happy to hear it worked well for you.
I can't wait to do this with mine...thanks!
Good luck!
It almost reminds me of seasoning a cast on skillet, once done rarely have to do it much after that
Thank you so much for this. We just purchased a 12 yr old home with this type of sink and I been googling trying to find out what kind of sink and how to make it look better. I will use mineral oil after cleaning and let it set overnight. Thank you thank you thank you.
So glad I was able to help.
I’ve had success with removing the white haze by just allowing the Baki f soda to sit for 20 minutes and then adding the vinegar right before I scrub it. Hope this helps!
Please explain more, do you apply it as a paste or just fill up with water and baking soda solution
I moved to an apartment that has this kind of compose sink and for the last six months I hadn’t been able to figure out how to clean it without making it look even worse! THANK YOU SO MUCH for the tip! I had your video playing as I was cleaning my sink. It looks 1000%x BETTER!! 10/10! :)
Glad I could help!
All you need is Comet or Ajax and a non scratch pad. Scrub hard and it will clean it completely. Mineral oil only covers it up.
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Omg. Im the same way about my black granite composite sink! I thought I was the only one. I’ll try this. I’ve tired every thing
Good luck!
I just purchased this sink a couple of days ago and was nervous about keeping it looking nice and was going to order the Neoroc cleaner from Koehler. You just saved me $10 plus shipping costs. It is also recommended that you purchase bottom basin racks and/or rinse baskets to help keep sink in good condition. They would cost over $100 for one of each… $70 rinse basket and $30 bottom basin rack… but after seeing your sink in such good condition at 3 years old… I don’t think I need them. You just saved me another $100!! Thank you so much for the awesome tips! What do you use to clean your sink between oilings? I used Ajax on my stainless steel sink but thought it might scratch or damage the finish of the neoroc.
I honestly just spray with a little antibacterial cleaner & wipe it out, or give it a quick scrub with some dish detergent.
No need for those wire racks. These sinks are tough - I chose it because nothing makes marks and even hot pans don't burn them. No Ajax needed - just clean it like your dishes in between oil cleans.
Really appreciate stuff like this! Random videos that people want answers to buy there's nothing out there so someone makes it. Thanks!!
Glad you liked it!
Lol who comes and complains that you’re scrubbing too much in a video that’s about cleaning. My sink was a mess. Thank you for this update
So glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for watching.
This works great and is really easy compared to the expensive “supreme” 3-step kit I bought that only lasted a few hours. The only thing I did differently was I used a magic eraser for the 2nd cleaning. Also want to mention that the vinegar should be diluted with water before putting on the sink per everything I have read.
Gooday from Thailand. Thank you for the great tip. I'll try it on my sink.
Updated: My sink looks really, really great after applying food-grade mineral oil. Thumbs up.
So glad it worked well for you. Thanks for watching!
When I bought my granite (dark brown) composite sink four years ago, I wondered what was the best way to care for it. For some reason, logic told me that since granite is a natural material, I should use something natural. I scrubbed the sink with Dawn and very hot water, rinsed with very hot water, dried it thoroughly, then slathered on some mineral oil while still warm, waited fifteen minutes, then buffed it with a soft cloth. I do this about once a month. It does become depleted when you drain pasta or other boiling liquids. But it's a quick fix. I have been using mineral oil for many years for many purposes. When my first child was born 44 years ago, I used baby oil to prevent diaper rash and it worked great, but I was allergic to the fragrance in it and my hands would get a rash. I looked up the ingredients in baby oil, and sure enough, mineral oil was the main ingredient. I went to the drug store and bought a half gallon for the same price as a 10 oz bottle of baby oil. I've used it for everything over the years. It's the main ingredient in lotions, creams, etc. I always have mineral oil in the house!
Wow, I will have to look for mineral oil in a larger size. I have only ever found it in small bottles. Thanks!
Terrible! Don't ever apply mineral oil to your skin. It's an oil product. Baby oil on babies is a child abuse. One should only apply natural oil to skin. If you won't eat it, don't massage with it. I know, I know, women put on make up and tons of other creams that aren't edible, but at least don't ever treat nappy rash on babies with mineral baby oil.
OMG, thank you so much! I've been struggling with fear of cleaning my stone sink "properly" for a good while (during which it's become much more awful looking than yours haha as I chose not to clean it at all 😄), so your video is a saviour! I've just spent only half an hour max - and my shiny sink now's waiting for the oil excess to be removed.. but it's looking SO F*CKING GOOD! 🙏Thank you very much again, take care!
So happy my video helped!
Thank you so much! I was getting ready to call the distributor and complain how awful this sink looks after 1 year! I did just as you instructed; however I left the oil on overnight and it's beautiful! Thank you again. Most helpful. MB
Great to hear!
👍 Sweet, thanks!
Thank you for this video!
Thanks so very much. I love my black sink but in a high mineral water area it looks terrible! Love it!
Hi. Great video . thank you . Would it work for quartz countertops ?
I honestly cannot answer that. I have never owned quartz. Sorry.
Thanks for sharing! Very helpful 😀
Mineral oil can be used on stainless steel as well.
Thank you!! Now to get the oil so I can stop fighting and losing the battle with my sink🤩
Good luck!
This is fantastic, if you're on city sewer. Or even a hot climate septic system. But in Alaska, we can't put vinegar into our septic systems because it really mucks up the system. It's not hot enough to develop the bacteria needed that break down the solids. We literally have to pump our systems each year. I suppose if you're only doing this once a year, maybe it's not that big of a deal.
nice one thanks greetings from the UK
Well hello UK, thanks for watching.
I use vegetable oil and works great too
Good to know!
Thank you so much. You have solved my problem.
I'm planning on getting a white sink, just because mineral deposits in water always dry into white spots, so they'll blend into a white sink.
Good idea!
Here is my trick. It uses Mineral oil too.. Just clean the sink normally. It doesn't have to be perfect. Here is the key. Your stopper must leak by a little. Or buy another one and drill a 1/16 hole in it. Fill the sink and add about a shot glass of mineral oil while its filling. Now walk away. as it drains slowly the mineral oil will coat the sink. Swishing the water around periodically will ensure even coverage
Letting any kind of oil go down the sink isn’t a great thing to do if you have a septic tank. Also keep in mind that oil will coat your pipes also. Probably not as big a deal if your served by city/county sewer, but because we have a septic tank I do what I can to keep even a teaspoon of oil go down the drain. This includes things like wiping out my greasy skillets and everything else that has oil or grease on it before I wash or load the dishwasher.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!!
Remodeling right now and will have a new granite comp sink. I think I'll use the mineral oil before even using the sink😅
Good luck!
Suh-wheeet and thank you Sweetheart . New subscriber
honestly, this looks like the product i never want to have. there is nothing better than Stainless steel....
Can you do this on a white granite composite sink ?
Thank you for your video
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I would imagine it could be used on any color. None of the ingredients listed can cause any damage to the sink. I would just give it a try. All you have to lose is a little time. Good luck from Florida. 🍊
@@nearlyorganicnoshing2798 thank you so much 😊
This is awesome 👌
Hope it helps!
Great video and awesome tips,I've got a bit of super glue on mine will baking soda remove it.
I honestly do not know, but this is something that might help. www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-remove-super-glue-from-granite/
@@nearlyorganicnoshing2798 hi thanks for the reply,i decided to use pink stuff paste gave it a good scrub with a cloth and finished off with olive oil it came up brilliantly and no more glue stains.
Thanks. Amazing tip.
Glad it was helpful!
I thought white vinegar n baking soda couldn't be mixed together, due to any chemical interaction, looks like I was wrong.. G🎉🎉d.. will try that. Also plz where did y get that white corner by the back of the sink, base board or what ever that call it? Thank you for the demonstration.
Are you talking about the tray? I purchased from Amazon. It has been years but I think this is the one.a.co/d/4DiuVOu
@@nearlyorganicnoshing2798 Not the tray, the white strip tape to cover the corner between wall/back splash & the counter, not clear if that's tape or stiff plastic. Thanks
It is plastic trim quarter round from Home. Depot@@KarmasKamin
You stated that granite composite is very porous so that is why letting the oil "soak in" helps keep the luster longer. The manufacturers of granite and quartz composite sinks tout their incredibly NON-porous property is what makes it an excellent non-bacterial choice for a sink material. I don't doubt that an oil coating helps, but there must be something else going on.
If you had a choice to go back in time would you choose a composite sink or rather a stainless steel sink?
Probably not lol. My husband chose this one. 🤦🏻♀️ But honestly, now that I know how to clean it, it’s not that bad.
I have had stainless steel, porcelain, plastic and granite. I will take the maintenance with a granite sink over the rest any day. I think the plastic/acrylic looks cheap. I have had expensive and inexpensive stainless. Neither was easy to keep clean. Had to polish them all the time, they scratched and had water spots, streaks and stains. So If you like the look of stainless over granite, its fine. But they are definitely not easier to maintain, just different look.
We had a granite composite sink in our old house and it still looked great when we did a complete kitchen makeover a few years after installing it. In the “new” kitchen, I had 2 sinks and chose stainless steel for them and have no regrets there. Fast forward to today, and the house we purchased 2 years ago has a quite small single basin make of granite composite. I really don’t like the small size, which is smaller than the prep sink I had in the last house. Also, it has a lot of the “white stuff” that hasn’t yielded to my most vigorous cleaning. The method in this video, though, is something I will try - at some point, I’m planning on replacing this sink with a much larger farmhouse sink with an apron in front, in either stainless steel or soapstone. I need to purchase mineral oil but hoping my composite sink will come out looking as good as the one in the video.
Out of the box my Kraus granite composite sink was lighter than expected and it somewhat resembled plastic. It reminded me a little bit of a plastic janitorial sink for a garage. It also wasn't smooth, it had a texture to it. Is this normal?
Mine has a bit of texture.
Gracias, really works
Glad I could help.
I only added one more step. I used a hair dryer to dry the oil onto the sink.
Hi, think I just made a mistake by bought granite composite sink like this without deep research.... It's not installed yet as my house still in progress of constructing. but now all these maintenance problem that i read/watch make me worried.
I'm really curious, how hard it is to maintain, compared to Stainless steel, especially on hard stain like tea/coffee, or any stuff that left for a weeks uncleaned? Mine have grey color, but most people buy white or black which i know hard to maintain, whatever the material is. Like black shower, or faucet are already hard to maintain right...
Honestly it is not that bad. I love a stainless sink, and would never have another enamel one, but that is personal opinion. Where your soap dispenser is, you will get more streaking, but I have not had real issues with regular use. All the styles take effort and have their pros & cons, but I can shine my sink up quickly in a few minutes.
I've white paint on one like this, do you think this will work for me?
Gosh, I don't know. Maybe try and scraped it off with a scraper first. I am not sure.
Will it remove turmeric stains too?
I would assume so. You might need something like peroxide if that does not work.
Do you have any suggestions for chips or little holes in the sink, like a repair kit
Sorry, I do not. Maybe check a youtube channel that installs countertops. They might have some great tips.
Hi from Malaysia.
Does the mineral oil on the sink wear off after a couple of heavy soapy dish/pots washing session?
It takes about a month of daily washing, for it to start looking worn. Just rinse the sink well after dishes, and not leave soap residue sitting in the bottom.
Hi thank you very much for sharing this tip. Is mineral oil safe to use?? Thank you :)
Yes, absolutely
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published a scientific opinion on human exposure through the diet to a diverse group of mixtures known as ‘mineral oil hydrocarbons’ (MOH). The potential human health impact of MOH varies widely; so-called ‘aromatic’ MOH may act as genotoxic carcinogens (that is they may damage DNA, the genetic material of cells, as well as cause cancer), while some ‘saturated’ MOH can accumulate in human tissue and may cause adverse effects in the liver.
Doesn't the vinegar etch the finish on the sink? Seems it would rough up the surface so more minerals would attach. I have thought of this too, but thought it might be a good idea?The "white streaks" are water spots and etching. Mineral oil just covers it up... I wish I never bought my sink or got it in gray.
I have not had any issues with etching, and yes, the white can be mineral deposits. I find that my worst "white" areas, are where soap drips constantly when using my dispenser, so maybe the soap is drying out or removing moisture from the sink, but whatever it is, this combination has worked for me for many years. My sink still looks brand new.
My apartment has this sort of sink and granite countertops. I asked my landlord if he had any suggestions on maintenance (I’d never been blessed to have those luxuries before lol) and he went 🤷♂️ “I’ve seen you’re old place. You’re clean. You’ll figure it out.”
So we have a composite sink but it’s brown. I used the bon-ami powder (gently!!) a few months after nothing worked, and I thought I took off a top finishing layer of the sink or something because the white would NOT GO AWAY! I was so scared lol
I actually used (on a whim) the Mrs Meyers all purpose spray + a microfiber cloth and it actually worked. I was SHOCKED. But mostly excited that I didn’t ruin the dang thing. It obviously didn’t provide the shine that you’re method does, but it’s definitely a good “mother in law is stopping over and WILL judge your ashy sink” quick fix!
Thanks for the update :)
Ps: anyone with the brown version of these sinks have any advice or similar issues?? Advice on stains?
Having natural tiles, countertops, fixtures, AND sinks makes cleaning wayyyy more tedious than usual. And I LOVE cleaning. 😩 😬
I would try cleaning with straight vinegar or diluted vinegar, then buff with mineral oil. I use mineral oil on my stainless steel faucets & bronze faucets.
I have the exact problem you have. New house. I thought I ruined it. Came across this because I’m trying to find out how to get the bleached ring out! The new one cost $50.😤 I’m going to get some mineral oil! Fingers crossed!
I just got my first granite composite sink installed this week. Before I purchased it I did all my research and totally agree with what you used to clean it and then oil it. 🥰 For some reason the installer used mineral spirits to clean out some of the stuff it was around the drain at the bottom of the sink when he was done installing it. Do you think the mineral spirits will damage it? 😟
I honestly don’t know. I know it is not food safe.
They use a pipe dope compound to install the drain, mineral spirits are used to remove the compound, I don't think anyone uses that for general cleaning.
Does anyone with a darker brown sink have theirs look like the before as well? Just wondering if the issues are mostly with the black ones.
I'm about to have a brown one I purchased a couple of years ago installed and don't want to regret anything.
I have seen a few comments from others that have brown and gray sinks. It seemed to work well for them.
I have a brown one and this method is the only thing Ive found to clean it good. We have very hard water.
@@reneem9353 thank you. My project was supposed to be completed but there were some delays and I am still sinkless. Would you choose the same sink again with the hard water, or would you go with stainless? We also have very hard water, although I am buying a new softener.
@@lauralaforge558 I would still choose this sink. I have had enamel & stainless. I would never have enamel again & stainless can stain also, but it would be my second choice.
@@lauralaforge558 Honestly, go with what you like because you have to clean any sink right?! Hard water is ...well...hard on any sink. A shortcut I literally just tried that worked and is a bit less messy is to just spray the white marks (including rings from cups, etc) with pure vinegar and lightly scrub out. It worked amazing! Then "condition" with the oil. It really makes it look brand new! Like she said, let it set for a while before buffing it out, I also think it makes it last a little longer. Hope this helped and good luck with finishing your project!
Coconut oil would prob work? You can find a jar at dollars store often
It might be ok, I just prefer mineral because it does not go rancid.
Can you use Olive oil on the sink?
It would probably work fine, I just prefer Mineral oil, because it does not go rancid.
The moral of the story for me is while remodeling, don't get a black composite granite/plastic sink unless you like drying it every time you use it. It's like buying a black car where you wash it and it looks beautiful but has a very visible layer of dust before you get it home and into your garage.
I wish I seen this video before I would have never lol
Great moral to the story LOL... I wish I had seen this prior to buying mine about 15 years ago.. thankfully I research everything now before buying
I wish I had a stainless steel sink 😢 I hate it so much.
so a someone who is looking into buying a black sink, should i go for stainless steel or what other material?
@@omfgitsaxel I looked at the reviews and noticed a pattern that those with the BLANCO Precis Silgranits were nothing but happy. I read the abuse tests also. So I held out for the the Coal Black 50/50 Double Bowl Undermount Kitchen Sink, 29x18x8 and held out for the Coal Black. I've had it since Aug 27, 2022 and it has been so maintenance free that I feel guilty. I've done nothing to it, zero, nada, zip, and it looks like the day I put it in. The part you won't like is the price. However, I believe in buy once, cry once.
I have that sink. I hate it. I will probably remodel my kitchen next year and get single basin stainless steel work station sink at that time.
Just one question - doesn't the baking soda take the color out or dull a composite colored sink?
Not at all.
The mineral oil is a great idea but not the vinegar and baking soda. It always surprises me that people don't realize the chemical result. Vinegar is an acid. baking soda is a base. They neutralize each other and the gas is released aren't good for you. Use vinegar to get rid of calcium stains which are basic. Then use baking soda or scratchless comet or something similar afterward to do the cleaning. Then the mineral oil once a month, and you're golden.
Yeah I was wondering what this baking soda vinegar combo would do to your calking and surrounding surfaces. I'm considering buying this sink to replace my old, but the cleaning is a hassle. I clean my existing cast iron sink once a week with soft scrub, but baking soda alone would work well too.
You do not have a clue what you are talking about. The gas released when combining baking soda and vinegar is carbon dioxide. It is harmless. You take in carbon dioxide in with every breath you take - carbon dioxide is in the air we breath. If you consume fizzy drinks, such as sparking water or beer, carbon dioxide gas is dissolved in those beverages. Every plant on the surface of the earth consumes carbon dioxide as part of its cellular respiration. Carbon dioxide is responsible for the texture and grain of breads and cakes - that is why baking soda is used in the preparation of these foodstuffs.
Also, baking soda is not a base. Baking soda is a salt. The reaction between vinegar and baking soda is not an acid-base reaction is a decomposition reaction. I suppose, however, that is a lesson for another day.
Baking soda has a pH ranging from 8.5 to 9, making it a base. When used together, vinegar, which is acidic, and baking soda neutralize each other
How often can u do this??
You can do this as often as you like. I honestly do it about 4 times a year, or before an event at our house.
@@nearlyorganicnoshing2798 Thank u!!
Thanks for watching!@@lynnelder7334
Hello! Would it work with baby oil as well? I’ve been trying to find mineral oil at Walmart like yours and can’t find it
Baby oil, is just mineral oil with added scent. I would think, it would be ok.
yes but mineral oil is edible
Ask at the pharmacy - it's actually sold as a laxative, LOL.
You still have the whiteness because you mixed vinegar with all that baking soda and neutralized whatever effectiveness that had all by themselves. All those kitchen hacks about running vinegar through your coffee maker to freshen it up, do they ever tell you to add baking soda? And when you add the mineral oil, it just moistens the surface which hides the whiteness, much like water would do.
We just got one of these sinks a couple of weeks ago and my wife was already complaining about the hard water deposits showing up on the dark surface. The first thing I thought of was vinegar. I put a little on a paper towel and scrubbed a small area for a few seconds and then wiped it clean with a wet paper towel and dried it with a dry paper towel (no, not 3 separate towels. Just one, for demonstration purposes). After a few minutes, you could easily see where I had cleaned.
The mineral oil isn't a bad idea as it will repel water, preventing hard water deposits from sticking. After a while of course, normal use will wash away the oil and it will need to be reapplied. That will likely require a little cleaning because the oil was disappearing over time. That being the case, why not just clean it with vinegar from time to time and save yourself a step.
I will admit though, the mineral oil does make the sink look stunning after it's first applied. Something to think about when you're having special company over or you plan on selling your house.
I'm thinking of cleaning my sink well like this, then refinishing with a glaze / sealer... Any tips or recommendations?
I am sorry, I have not researched anything like that. I just clean and oil.
Just use non scratch Comet and a Scotch non scratch pad. This is all you need, don’t make it so difficult.
Sorry, but not true! My sink is 10 years old and I have done what you suggested and it drys out the sink and causes more scratches. Plus, I don't use or want to use toxic Comet. This recipe and video is awesome and I applaud her efforts!
@@jeannepatriot, it’s impossible to “dry out” a composite sink, they are made of granite, quartz and resin. It’s impossible to scratch a composite sink with a Scotch cleaning pad and the manufacturer even recommends using them. You are full of BS.
when was the last time you cleaned it? lol
We just moved to this house and the sink looks like crap, i'll be buying those products tomorrow.
Does this hide the scratches.
Yes, it hides most imperfections.
Oiled your sink? Not interested in any sink that needs to be oiled?
I’m not sure if it’s the lighting or not but the right sink looks like it has a brownish stain on it.
Must be the lighting. No stains.
Why use mineral oil if you are concerned about using car wax, etc? Mineral oil isn't food grade, it's a petroleum product. Better apply vegetable oil of sort.
The American faucets are horrendous though, lol!
There are different types of mineral oils. I use the kind safe for medical use or cleaning cutting boards ect.
@@nearlyorganicnoshing2798 mineral oil is a petroleum product. Johnson baby oil is made for babies so it is sold as safe. In reality, it isn't safe at all and there have been law suits against Johnson. What the official statements are is irrelevant. Don't be fooled by marketing labels. Mineral oil isn't a product that can be said to be for food and skin products.
Having said that, I could use mineral oil to polish sink and worktop because I will clean it afterwards thoroughly, leaving no significant traces of it. Just as I could use car wax, for example. Further, we don't fill up the sink for washing up. It's not hygienic, even though it saves water. We always wash under a running water.
However, as you said that you wouldn't apply car wax and other products because you wash food and dishes in the sink, hence my comment.
@@July-A7 wrong. I looked it up.
@@usa5439 look it up a bit better. Learn how to do a research.
@@July-A7 The World Health Organization classifies minimally treated mineral oils as carcinogens group 1 known to be carcinogenic to humans;[7] Highly refined oils are classified group 3 as not suspected to be carcinogenic, from known available information sufficient to classify them as harmless.
Excuse me lady, but where is your backsplash. Is that just drywall?
No backsplash. There was not one when we purchased the house. Eventually we will redo this kitchen top to bottom.
I don't know what idiot once thought that granite composite is a good material for sinks ... worst idea ever! I have a white granite composite sink and its a nightmare to clean it!
..should i get a stainless steel instead? Granite do look better.Thanx
@@elenilachana1751 Yea, granite do look amazing unfortunately they are so sensitive to stain and scratches. Stainless steal or ceramics are the best in terms of resistance.
@@rf2632_ My husband is lucky, i slightly changed my mind haha thanx.
Great results and tips, thank you, but why do Americans always "go ahead" and do things? Why can't they just "do things"?
Just a slang expression.
I know, right?! One of my pet peeves.
The oil will "sink" in
Very punny!
i hate these sinks !! just gonna change mine to a stainless steal .
From what I have read the scrub daddy paste works amazing at keeping stainless shiny. Good luck.
Just clean with Comet/Ajax and a Scotch Bright pad once or twice a week and you won't need that stupid oil.
I have tried that along with magic erasers, etc. Not the same effect when done.
@@nearlyorganicnoshing2798, if you actually tried it you would know it the only thing that works and makes your composite sink look like the day it was installed. Putting oil on your sink does not clean off the calcium and buildup, it just hides it temporarily.
Helpful tips but way too much talking. Clear photography.
Thanks for the view.
word salad....get to the point
Too quick 👎
This was the update. Complete, step by step video was linked.