How do I remove stains from a white plastic sink drain?
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Mary
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Purchased a new sink drain and stopper. The part where the stopper fits into is white plastic. It is stained from tea, spaghetti sauce etc. I have tried full strength dish soap, vinegar and bleach.Thank you for any other suggestions.
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Did you let it soak in the bleach? Sometimes it takes a while. Maybe Magic Eraser?
This method is for a whole sink, but the information should be helpful!
https://www.hunker.com/13421739/how-do-i-clean-the-stains-out-of-a-plastic-sink
Mary: I'm wondering if an overnite soak in a Oxiclean solution might not do the trick.
bar keepers friend or comet might work
Have you tried Barkeepers friend?
I'm impressed by all the cleaning problems it solves.
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Try using magic eraser ! Good luck !
Hello Mary,
Try Barkeepers friend!
In most cases a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser will remove stains from most anything. Be sure to moisten the sponge well, then scrub away the stains.
Another vote for Bar Keepers friend...comes in powder and liquid.
Magic ERASER THEN WASH IT WITH SOAP AND WATER.
Hello Mary: Try using Bar Keepers Friend. It doesn't scratch. Don't use anything caustic, like Ajax or Comet as they may scratch the surface. I wouldn't use bleach full strength on plastic. Instead, use 1 tablespoon of bleach per gallon of water. This dilution helps reduce the potential for damage to the plastic surface. Then, let it sit for about a 1/2 hour, checking frequently, and when it's clean, wash with soap and warm water.
Hi Mary, hope this helps you. Work the baking soda into the stain with a strong sponge, then spray it with white vinegar. This will create a bubbly cleansing foam. Scrub the bubbling vinegar and baking soda into the stains and the surface of the sink, allowing it to sit for about 20 minutes. Then, rinse with cool clear water.
scrub it using a soft bottle brush, soapy water, vinegar, baking soda, or hydrogen peroxide. You can also soak the rubber in boiling water to loosen the dirt. Rinse and dry thoroughly to prevent grime and mold from growing again