Steps to Clean a Portable Sink
Many portable restroom operators have experienced frustration trying to clean their portable sinks. It’s a challenging process due to the fact that the sink can appear clean on the outside while remaining dirty on the inside.
Thoroughly cleaning portable sinks inside and out is critical for their longevity. Without regular, proper cleanings, outdoor sinks can grow mold or algae, smell bad or fall into disrepair.
We don’t want your portable sinks to have problems, so we wrote this article to help you keep them clean and working properly.
Preventative Maintenance of Portable Sinks Makes a Difference
Performing preventative maintenance on your portable sinks will save you time and help you avoid more costly cleaning and repair expenses down the road. Using chlorine tablets like PolyJohn’s Fresh-Sink tabs kills bacteria, neutralizes odors and eliminates mold and algae.
Investing in chlorine tablets and utilizing them frequently is recommended because of their all-in-one cleaning capabilities. All you need to do is add a tablet every time you fill the sink with water. It will eliminate tank troubles, blockages and the necessity for heavy-duty cleanings.
Cleaning a Portable Sink in 7 Steps
Follow these 7 steps for a hygienic sink that is ready for customer use:
- Clean all the surfaces and components of your portable sink with a mild soap and water mixture.
- If any minor scratches are present, sand them or scrub them with a mild abrasive cleaner. Make sure your cleaner contains calcium carbonate, hypochlorite bleach and detergents, and always follow the directions on the container.
- An alternative method to remove troublesome scratches or marks on your outdoor sink is to use an industrial hot air gun.
- Rinse the cleaned area and buff with conventional wax.
- Fill the freshwater tank and wastewater tank with a water and cleaning solution (bleach) mixture. Be sure to follow the directions on your cleaning solution so you use the proper ratio of water to solution.
- Let the tanks soak, then drain them.
- Rinse out the tanks completely.
Freshwater tanks can be difficult, if not impossible, to get a brush into. On the other hand, wastewater tanks on portable sinks like PolyJohn’s Bravo can accommodate a scrub brush. This is a feature that allows for more complete cleaning and contributes to longer service life.
Want to learn more from the experts at PolyJohn? We can answer all of your portable sink questions. Contact us here.