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Brushed copper sink

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Scampi13 · 14/01/2023 18:26

I'm looking at buying a brushed copper kitchen sink, like the link below. It says it's a stainless steel construction. Will it scratch easily, and can you use bleach/Viakal to clean etc or will that ruin the copper? Or should I stay well clear!

Any advice would be welcomed!

https://www.abiinteriors.co.uk/product/zalo-kitchen-sink-double-855mm-brushed-copper-racks-overflow/?utmsource=Google%20Shopping&utmmcampaign=ABI%20UK%20GS%20Feed&utmmedium=cpc&utmmterm=563781&gclid=CjwKCAiAwomeBhBWEiwAM43YIHtSQXJlgKFic8L3FGUli8tCd2YQiRVisPhK7fEhMpWlMYVXzhuwBoCrgAQAvDD_BwE

Brushed copper sink
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Anotherselfemployedcleaner · 14/01/2023 20:30

Below is text from the CARE GUIDE:

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
• Use natural cleaning products only and no abrasive cleaning cloths.
• Weekly cleaning with warm soapy water and a microfibre cloth is recommended.
• Dry after each use to reduce watermarking and surface rust.
• Use diluted toothpaste and water for hard to reach places and to restore the vitality of
the finish.
• When cleaning, wipe in the direction of the brushed grain to maintain the brushed
appearance.
• For renovations and new builds, flush pipes before first use.
• To best maintain finish, do not let water pool.

CAUTION
• Do not use chemicals or abrasive cleaners. This includes:

  • Bleach and bleaching agents
  • Ammonium and ammonium agents - Highly acidic cleaners
  • Alcohol and mineral-based solvents
• Limit exposure to high levels of salt. • If your product comes into contact with any of these chemicals, rinse immediately with warm soapy water. • Avoid scourers and rough brushes for cleaning. • Avoid contact with sharp objects which could chip or scratch the surface. • Do not put heat directly on surface.
BlackForestCake · 20/01/2023 17:52

Personally I'd stick with stainless steel. (But I’d have stainless steel countertops like in a commercial kitchen if I could.)

Escapefromcolditz · 20/01/2023 17:54

Do not let water pool would be the deal breaker for me. Life is too short to dry out the sink every time you use it

007DoubleOSeven · 20/01/2023 17:57

Tbf the care instructions are the same fir the stainless steel version

Mydogatemypurse · 20/01/2023 18:05

They look beautiful but ive heard they are reslly hard work. Can get black spots due to oxidising.
If its not getting heavy use go for it, i couldn't as
I use a lot of bleach in the kitchen and I dont have a dishwasher so wash dishes in the sink, currently a belfast sink, have had it for years and its like new. Ive washed clothes, dishes and even small children in it ha.

tumtitum · 20/01/2023 23:32

We have a sink like this. I don't use bleach anyway so not a problem for me but nope, no bleach! It has scratched a bit. We've had it two years and I can see me being fed up with it in a few years time! 🙈 I use a nice washing up bowl in mine otherwise it would be worse. But it means it ruins half the look of having a nice copper sink!

Hardtobelieve123 · 26/01/2023 10:20

Sounds like hard work, life is too short!

Lcb123 · 26/01/2023 10:21

Sounds very hard work, or you’d have to use a bowl which defeats the point…

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