Exactly what can you put on feet so they don't scratch stainless steel sink?Many comments that they put on "pads" but exactly what and where bought?
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I have no idea what kind of "pads" they use. I do not have a stainless steel sink. Mine is Staron and it is molded with the countertop so there is no sink edge/rim. The Staron has not scratched at all from the rack feet.
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I use a rubber sink mat in the bottom of my sinks so there is no issue with this.
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I used a product callled Sugru for the feet. It's a silicone rubber substance that is moldable like clay and then dries to a rubbery solid. I have used it on lots of stuff. Can be obtained on-line. You will find many uses for it. The pads others are using, I assume, are stick-on silicon pads, but they will not stick for long. Especially for someting exposed to moisture all the time. This will solve your problem as it did mine.
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I have a stainless steel sink, but I have not had any scratches from this drainer.
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I don't put mine in the dishwasher and have had no problems. If it was all stainless steel it would be okay to use the dishwasher, but then, stainless steel feet can make marks in a sink and the handles might get hot and hard to handle. Hope this helps.
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Dear Bruce,I do not know what the metal is unless it is described under the items. I had ordered two of them since they are difficult to find for the size of our kitchen sink. I will say that they are heavily rubber coated and so far I am still using the first one and it is holding up very well. The second one is safely stored in the cabinet under our kitchen sink.Maybe you can contact the vendor and see what type of metal is used for manufacturing their sink rack.Oh I think I may have found the answer as I looked at the Better Houseware Large Sink Protector, I read it is stainless steel. Which explains why the protector does not bent even with heavy cookware are placed in the sink. I trust this has been helpful. Dear Bruce,I do not know what the metal is unless it is described under the items. I had ordered two of them since they are difficult to find for the size of our kitchen sink. I will say that they are heavily rubber coated and so far I am still using the first one and it is holding up very well. The second one is safely stored in the cabinet under our kitchen sink.Maybe you can contact the vendor and see what type of metal is used for manufacturing their sink rack.Oh I think I may have found the answer as I looked at the Better Houseware Large Sink Protector, I read... » Read More Dear Bruce,I do not know what the metal is unless it is described under the items. I had ordered two of them since they are difficult to find for the size of our kitchen sink. I will say that they are heavily rubber coated and so far I am still using the first one and it is holding up very well. The second one is safely stored in the cabinet under our kitchen sink.Maybe you can contact the vendor and see what type of metal is used for manufacturing their sink rack.Oh I think I may have found the answer as I looked at the Better Houseware Large Sink Protector, I read it is stainless steel. Which explains why the protector does not bent even with heavy cookware are placed in the sink. I trust this has been helpful. « Show Less
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When mine get spots that are a thin layer of brown baked on them that just doesn't wash off with soap and water, then I use a soapy steel wool pad ( like an S.O.S. or Brillo) and they will be clean and shine afterwards more than aluminum ones can ever do, but they will be scratched a little. Steel is harder than aluminum, so it takes more to scratch it. Aluminum gets spots like stains that you can never get out....but you can always get stainless clean.
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First, determine which fittings you need to fit the indents or holes in your sink. There are both metal and rubber ones. Place the appropriate one in one end of the leg. Next, determine if the legs need to be cut. If so, cut to the appropriate length. Lastly, insert the foot fixture in the other end. Use the screws and adjusting nuts if necessary. I have installed several sets of these. I needed to use the adjusters on some, but not on others.
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It was a pain.... I couldn't believe the location of them! I used veggie oil and let sit in the sink. Then used old fashioned elbow grease to be totally rid of them. They are awesome. Years ago I had a plastic set, but lost them in the divorce. The stainless steel are much better! Good Luck
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Daily use sink got some water & scratch marks, I just use dish soap & green Scotch pad then wipe dry.still very happy with this sink, reasonable price & other pricy SS sinks not as deep as this one.
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I do still love this sink, its beautiful. BUT I will say that I do have some chips/scratches on both front corners. They're small and hard to see but they're there which is frustrating. Could've been the way the sink was installed or how the countertop was laid over it. We have quartz counters so they're quite heavy. It also seems to stain pretty easily - if I have a pot or pan in the sink for a day or two I find I'm scrubbing extra hard to remove any ring it left. In hindsight - as much as I love the sink and this type of sinks - I'd probably not go with an apron front sink, and stick with an undermount stainless steel or granite sink! Good luck. I am sure you'll be happy with either choice!
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i have a stainless steel sink and this for one, keeps the dishes from scratching it and my dishes don't slid everwhere when i am washing them. food for bigger item such as cooking sheets and platters.
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I bought this sink and itbis installed with small side of sink in th right....you can.turn.it. th inky advice i have is to be sre to make th hole where your water fixture goes in th center. Without thinking i put it centered on th big part of th sink and it cant reach th small part...my granite guy didnt offer up this thought. It works though because i have fixture with pull out to reach th small side....which is where i have my disposal! Good sink for th cost....it does get scratches....this is typical for this gauge of sink/stainless.
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There is a metal rack that is made for this sink Sterling 11867 Bottom Sink Rack for use with McAllister Undercounter Single Basin Kitchen Sink, Stainless Steel... on Amazon. It will save you from the scratches.
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Bar Keepers Friend is somewhat helpful, but the long term answer is to put down a rubber mat of some sort that completely covers the bottom. If I had it to do over again, I would NOT install this sink! Dish soap pits the sink and it scratches too easily.
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The bristles won't scratch stainless unless you are using an abrasive powder cleaner, in which case the cleaner will do the scratching. These bristles are fairly stiff but not abrasive.
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We have had several scratches too! We have bought some sink mats to prevent scratching.
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I don't know since I have stainless steel racks. Our kitchen has no stainless steel in it, so I was a little concerned about stainless steel racks in the almond enameled sink. My concern was unfounded. First off, the racks sit at the bottom of the sink and are not noticeable at all unless you are standing at the sink. For what it's worth, the reason for getting racks in the first place is to avoid scratching the enamel sink. Buying racks with a coating of any kind seems only to perpetuate the scratching problem by protecting the sink but pretty much guaranteeing the racks will scratch over time. When you consider that your sink strainer is most likely stainless steel anyhow, stainless racks fit right in. Whichever rack you buy, I think you'll find it will be one of the smartest purchases you've ever made.
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Not at all. Extremely happy with the sink. I was worried about scratches in the beginning. We have put several nives in the sink and no scratches yet.
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They will probably scratch an engineered wood floor, but most stools will. You can get felt pads from Home Depot, etc. that stick on the bottom. You just have to clean off the dust that gathers around them as you move the stools around.