How Do You Refinish A Porcelain Sink?
Porcelain sinks can last at least a hundred years although the finish will degrade with hard use and it might develop cracks and chips. But some sinks are so interesting in shape and style that they are well worth refinishing. This process often takes some hard work to turn out good results but for heirloom sinks it can be like saving an old friend. Scrub the sink thoroughly with mild dish soap and water. Use a bristle brush or old toothbrush to get into crevices and corners. Any dirt left on the porcelain will look like a defect in the new finish. Rinse well. Remove rust stains by plugging the drain and laying six to 10 paper towels in the bottom of the sink. Pour chlorine bleach directly onto the paper towels. Wear rubber gloves and eye protection, during this step. Leave paper towels in place for several hours. For rust stains further up the bowl create paper towel pads of the right shape to cover the stain, saturate the pads with bleach,cover them with plastic sheeting and tape to
