Datasheet

Care & Cleaning
General care of The 1810 Company stainless steel sink and tap
Sink
Discolouration and most marks on stainless steel are caused by water-borne
deposits clinging to its surface. They are always the result of an outside source
rather than coming from the steel itself. Such stains are often seen as a “rainbow-
effect” and can be avoided completely by removing wet cleaning aids (cloths,
containers etc.) from the sink after use so as to avoid watermarking and rust
stains.
One of the best ways to care for the sink is to clean it with a product called
‘ShinySinks’ (available from most major supermarkets) which can be used daily.
It is helpful to dry the sink thoroughly after cleaning.
Avoid:
(a) the use of plastic bowls for washing up, as these cause heavy localised
scratching;
(b) leaving salt, vinegar, citric fruit juices, mustard or pickles on the
surface for any length of time as they can cause corrosion;
(c) abrasive cleaners such as bleach, scourers or wire woolpads.
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Care needs to be taken not to damage the tap finish – cleaning should be gentle
with a rinsed soft mild soapy cloth only. If limescale is a problem around the
nozzle then gentle use of a small brush with some lemon juice will help alleviate
the problem –taking care to rinse away any remaining lemon juice from the tap.
Scratching – stainless steel
The surface scratches which appear on stainless steel sinks rarely have any
appreciable depth and will become less noticeable with age. A stainless steel
sink will develop a patina with time and will look better a year after installation
than during the first few months of use due to the fact that the scratching will
have evened out. All sinks manufactured in stainless steel perform in exactly
the same way in this respect be they manufactured by The 1810 Company or a
competitor. We recommend the use of ‘ShinySinks’ which when used regularly
will assist in maintaining your sink.
We would point out that the use of a plastic washing up bowl will over time cause
the development of regular abrasion marks over the sink’s surface. Inox Cream
– for use on stainless steel to be used after ‘ShinySinks’. To use the Inox Cream,
apply with a damp cloth (like a J-Cloth) using circular motions, allow to dry (to a
white powder), then buff off with kitchen roll. The Inox Cream forms a waterproof
layer on your sink, which helps the water drain off easier.
Rust Spots – stainless steel
The 1810 Company are extremely stringent in the quality and standards required
from the steel suppliers. The material used is high quality stainless steel which is
metallurgically incapable of rusting or corroding in normal household conditions.
It can, however, harbour ferrous particles from the water supply and these often
occur with newer installations when the pipework is disturbed, or from ‘wire’
scouring pads or utensils. These filings get deposited and cling to the sink
surface and unless removed will rust.
In this instance we would recommend that the sink is cleaned thoroughly using
a product called ‘Bar Keepers Friend’. This should be sprinkled onto the sink
and scrubbed into a paste with a stiff nylon nailbrush (NB simply using a nylon
washing up brush is not sufficient as the product needs to be worked into the
‘valleys’ of the texture of the sink), which should be left on the sink for at least
thirty minutes before thoroughly rinsing off.
We would point out that unless the particles are completely removed they
will return. It is therefore very important that after cleaning the sink, it is dried
thoroughly.
This process needs to continue at least daily for a period of 7 to 10 days until the
problem disappears. The problem is sometimes particularly obstinate to remove
and it may take several attempts to restore the sink to its pristine condition. We
would also recommend that a product such as ‘ShinySinks’ is used following
each application of ‘Bar Keepers Friend’. For information, ‘Bar Keepers Friend’
is available at Sainsburys, John Lewis, Lakeland, Waitrose, larger branches of
Tesco and general hardware stores.
E-Cloth™– for use on stainless steel
The 1810 Company recommend The E-Cloth™ for use on our stainless
steel sinks. The E-Cloth™ contains no chemicals, but millions of fibres
which literally wipe away all dirt, including grease, using just water. The
E-Cloth™ is available from John Lewis stores, House of Fraser, Selfridges,
Comet and Currys. Also available by mail order from The 1810 Company.
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Cleaning Products
Product Name:
‘Bar Keepers Friend’ Professional Formula Powder Cleaner.
INGREDIENTS: Blend of mineral Surfactant, Oxalic Acid, Inert Mineral Filler, Citric
Acid Monohydrate, Thickening Agent, Fragrance.
Product Name:
‘ShinySinks’ Cream Cleaner (Professional).
INGREDIENTS: Water based blend of Mineral Surfactant, Citric Acid Monohydrate,
Inert Filler, Thickening Agent, Fragrance and Preservatives.
Product Name:
Inox Cream.
INGREDIENTS: Water based emulsion (water content76%), contains citric acid
(4%) In case of eye contact rinse thoroughly with water. Avoid prolonged contact
with skin, wash off with soap and water.
Care & Cleaning of your Sink
Cleaning
Your new 1810 company Ceramic Sink is a high quality product, and has an
impervious surface that is resistant to most household cleaning products and
chemicals. Our products are carefully tested to be sure they perform to the highest
standards. Please use a damp clean cloth for general cleaning.
Should you need to remove grease, soap and water marks, a proprietary bathroom
cleaner should be used. Please be sure that the products are non abrasive, as they
will dull the gloss surface of the product if used. Using a diluted bleach solution
twice weekly applied with a sponge or soft cloth, then rinsed thoroughly with lots
of water, will maintain the surface shine and keep your sink hygienically clean.
(NB: Care should always be taken when using bleach, please read manufacturers
instructions for use.) Tougher limescale deposits can usually be removed using
household vinegar or similar vinegar solutions.
Care should be taken when using substances containing fluoride. Always ensure
that any deposits are removed immediately before they can cause damage
to the sinks surface. Any stubborn marks on the surface can be removed by
liquid or cream bathroom cleaner, but marks such as those caused by iron
or aluminium saucepans or similar objects can be removed using specialist
cleaning products such as ‘Astonish Oven and Cookware Cleaner’ which is
available from most supermarkets or online at ‘www.astonishcleaners.com’.
Care
Your new sink has a glazed ceramic surface, which although very strong, can be
damaged by sharp metallic objects such as cutlery. Special care must be taken not
to drop metal objects onto the surface of your sink.
Warranty Information
The 1810 Company products feature the
highest degree of technology, quality and
design. As a result, we are proud to offer
the following warranty.
Sinks
The 1810 Company warrants its sinks to be free of
manufacturing defects in material and workmanship
under normal residential usage for 75 years.
Taps
All taps installed in a private residence carry a 2 year warranty
on all mechanical parts to be free of manufacturing defects in
material and workmanship under normal usage. All finishes
carry a 2 year warranty.
General
In the event of a warranty claim, the owner will be required
to provide proof of purchase, a sales receipt. This warranty
covers all components which make the product operational.
The 1810 Company, at its option, may repair or replace the
product or components necessary to restore the product to
good working condition. The 1810 Company reserves the
right to inspect the installation prior to the actual replacement
of the product or component part.
This warranty does not cover misuse or abuse, accidental
damages, scuffs or scratches, improper installation,
abnormal usage, negligence or damage caused by improper
maintenance or cleaning. Normal wear of parts is excluded
from the warranty. Damage caused by impurities or acts
beyond our control are not covered. Any product or part
which has been repaired or altered in any manner outside
of The 1810 Company’s factory, unless previously
authorised in writing by The 1810 Company, will void
warranty. Any replacement excludes transportation and
any labour re-installation costs.
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