The Good Grips Sink Strainer pairs smooth stainless steel with flexible, stain-resistant silicone. Easy-to-clean silicone basket traps food scraps and other debris, preventing clogs and protecting your pipes. When it’s time to empty the Strainer, simply lift it up by the center post, invert the silicone basket over your trash or compost and replace it in the sink. The Strainer’s underside is also made of gentle silicone, so it won’t scratch your sink basin.