Homeowners have been advised to give their stainless steel kitchen sinks a thorough rinse after use.A series of kitchen cleaning tips, posted by Allison Lind of shelterpop.com, note that acids and salts can potentially damage the finish of stainless steel.She therefore urges people to avoid leaving such foods in the sink.Mild soap and a nylon sponge suffice for daily cleaning, added Ms Lind.An all-purpose cleaner or a glass cleaner can be used to clean the sink as well. To prevent soap scum, you should always rinse the sink clean after using a cleaner or soap and then dry with a soft cloth.Elsewhere, the writer suggested using a clean cloth soaked in vinegar to wipe away spots on stainless steel.For stubborn stains, she recommended wetting the surface of the sink before sprinkling liberally with baking soda and using a nylon scrubbing sponge to work the baking soda in.