Phisherman wrote in
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On Tue, 12 Sep 2006 15:14:39 GMT, "peter" wrote:

My 20-year old ceramic (porcelain?) kitchen sink tends to grow mildew
if left alone for a few days. The mildew prefers to grow in the
scratch marks at the bottom of the sink.

Also, the bottom of my sink is flat, so some water tend to remain
there for a long time.

Would a new sink be more immune to mildew? What about metal sink? Are
there kitchen sinks made with a gentle slope at the bottom such that
water would roll off but dishes can stay put?


Mildew grows where there is constant moisture. If you can increase
the air circulation or even a small fan will stop the growth. If
there is mildew in your sink it may be growing in other places. Bleach
will kill it and wiping the sink with a weak solution of (20 Mule
Team) Borax will help prevent mildew. Make sure your faucet is not
dripping and dry your sink at the end of the day.


Since there's scratches in the porcelain,the sink is due for replacement
anyways.
I doubt tub/tile "refinishing" paint would hold up with silverware,dishes
and pans being banged around in the sink.

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Jim Yanik
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at
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