How to Bleach a White Sink Naturally

Lemons offer a natural way to clean and lighten white surfaces.

A sparkling white kitchen or bathroom sink sets the tone for the entire room. White sinks need regular cleaning, as they tend to show dirt and stains rather quickly. Many people don't like to bleach their white sinks since bleach is a strong chemical that may cause skin, eye and respiratory irritations. If you're looking for an alternative to chlorine bleach, bleach your white sink naturally with a few common household items.

Things You'll Need

• 6 cups water
• 1/2 cup hydrogen peroxide
• 2 tbsp. lemon juice
• Spray bottle
• Cleaning sponge

Instructions

1. Mix 6 cups water, 1/2 cup hydrogen peroxide and 2 tbsp. lemon juice together and pour the mixture into a clean, empty spray bottle.

2. Spray your sink with the mixture.

3. Wait for approximately 15 minutes.

4. Moisten a cleaning sponge and use it to wipe out the sink.

Tips & Warnings

• Add 1 tsp. baking soda to your cleaning sponge if you need to scrub away any dried-on dirt or debris during the bleaching process.

References

• "Reader's Digest": 34 Reasons to Load Up On Lemons
• "How the Queen Cleans Everything"; Linda Cobb; 2003