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Tips & Tricks

Franke Tips & Tricks

Sinks
- Cleaning
Stubborn stains on Fragranite sinks can be removed using biological washing powder or a concentration of dishwasher powder (sometimes left overnight). Diluted Bleach may also be used but not allowed to dry on the surface. Other proprietary cleaners such as Bar Keepers Friend or Shiny Sinks for stainless steel are also recommended.

- Cut-outs
Except when specifically advised always use a 20mm radius at the corner of the cut-out.

Ceramic Sinks
- Punching tap holes.
Always punch or drill from the top. Measure to find the centre of the pre-punched tap hole required and cover the area with masking tape. Using a centre punch, crack the glaze in the centre of the required hole. Using a number eight masonry drill, carefully drill a small pilot hole from the top. NB. Only drill one small hole. You can then proceed to enlarge the hole to the required size by carefully using your hammer with the centrepunch.

Wastes
On the uneven surface of Ceramic sinks use mastic under the flange to avoid water seepage.

Taps
In certain situations taps may need ‘bracing’on the underside of the sink. It is also advisable to provide additional support by fitting a batten with pipe clips to the end of the copper tails near to the compression fittings. Use compression fittings at all times - refer to Installation Instructions. Never use general cleaners on tap finishes, only mild detergent (washing up liquid) otherwise the guarantee may be invalidated.

Accessories
Chopping boards must be regularly oiled to prolong their life and should be dried by inverting them to avoid warp. Do not use sharp objects in baskets as this will cut the coating and reduce the life of the basket.

Waste Disposer Units
When fitting W.D.U’s to single bowl sinks a connection kit is available for connecting the overflow up to the unit. Alternatively a blanking plate may be required.

General
Always read and follow the Installation Instructions where provided prior to installation and retain in the event of requiring service or spares.

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