The Kitchen Sink Clean Out You Didn’t Know You Needed: A Step-By-Step Guide (5 of 5)

Step 7: Dry, Wipe and Reorganize

Bacteria thrive in standing water, so dry your sink thoroughly. Sanitize or replace sponges, wash soap dispensers, and consider using a small tray or caddy to corral items neatly. Don’t forget to tidy the cabinet under the sink. It is often cluttered, dusty and even moldy. Organizing this space is key to achieving a long term clean and organized look.

Maintenance Tips to Keep It Fresh

Once you’ve mastered the deep clean, daily and weekly habits keep it lasting longer:

Daily: Rising and wipe down the sink; use a strainer to catch food scrapes.

Weekly: Refresh the drain with baking soda and vinegar; sanitize sponges.

Monthly: Deep scrub the basin and check under the sinks for leaks or mold.

These small routines are a form of ongoing home cleaning help, with short tasks that prevent big messes later and help you achieve a clean home.