Faucets are often tools used in the kitchen to clean dishes and chopsticks. Similarly, as one of the cleaning tools, the faucet also needs to be "clean". Cleaning here refers to maintenance, just as many people's faucets break in their homes. As a result, maintenance can improve the durability of the product while being more hygienic.
How do I care for my faucet? In fact, there is also knowledge in this area:
1. Replace the faucet regularly. Today, chlorine is often used as a disinfectant in tap water, where residual chlorine compounds can exacerbate lead precipitation in tap water. Generally speaking, if the copper alloy faucet is used for more than five years, the amount of lead precipitation will increase significantly.
2. To protect the coating of the faucet, wipe it with a wrung out soft cotton cloth when cleaning. Do not wipe directly with a damp towel to avoid leaving limescale, and do not wipe with burrs to avoid damaging the coating. Avoid contact with acidic and alkaline liquids in the faucet. You can spray a mild detergent on a soft cloth and gently wipe the faucet.
If, after using it for a period of time, you find that the water output decreases, or even the water heater is turned off, it is possible that the filter screen is clogged with water and sand. At this point, gently unscrew the strainer cover of the faucet outlet to remove impurities. In general, regular cleaning of filters for impurities, up to once every three months, is good for water quality and home health.
Experts recommend that when you turn on the faucet every morning, you can leave it empty for a while, then fill it with water to rinse the bathroom and mop the floor. Because the water when you turn on the tap for the first time tends to contain more harmful substances, such as more lead. Similarly, a tap that has not been turned on for a long time cannot be immediately used for drinking.
The gold-plated part of a gold-plated product is very susceptible to peeling and tarnishing, and proteins can be used to maintain the shine of the plating. Beat the egg whites with a whisk until slightly frothy, then wash the faucet with warm water and wipe dry, then dip a little egg white and gently wipe the gold-plated part to protect the shine of the coating.
Only by performing routine maintenance on the faucet can the service life of the faucet be guaranteed. I believe that after reading it, everyone will have a clear understanding of how to maintain it.