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Welded Steel Pipes-5 Tips for Safely Cutting a Steel Pipe
Working with steel pipes can be a common task in various industries, from construction and plumbing to DIY projects. Whether you’re a professional or a regular DIYer, safety should always be your top priority when cutting steel pipes. The process can be challenging, and if not done correctly, it can lead to accidents, injuries, and damage to your tools. In this guide, we’ll share five essential tips to help you safely cut a steel pipe and achieve accurate results, no matter the cutting tool you use. By following these tips, you’ll ensure your safety and the success of your project.Read more -
Stainless steel-The Ultimate Guide to Cleaning and Maintaining Your Stainless Steel Appliances
Stainless steel appliances are an investment, and maintaining their shine and luster is essential for their longevity. Here’s how to clean stainless steel appliances: Step 1: Dust off the surface of the appliance with a soft cloth or microfiber towel to remove any loose dirt or debris. Step 2: Mix a cleaning solution of warm water and a mild detergent or dish soap. Step 3: Dip a soft cloth or sponge into the cleaning solution and wipe the surface of the appliance in the direction of the grain. Step 4: Rinse the cloth or sponge thoroughly and wipe the surface again to remove any residue. Step 5: Dry the appliance with a clean, dry microfiber towel to prevent water spots and streaks.Read more -
SAW vs ERW and EFW Welded Steel Pipe-Learn How To Cut Steel Pipes and Buy a Steel Pipe Cutter
A handheld steel pipe cutter is a convenient solution for cutting steel pipes on any work site because it readily performs without electricity. A common steel pipe cutter can be seen in Figure 1. Although power tools, such as a circular saw, cut much faster, the need for electricity adds complexity to the task making a handheld pipe cutter suitable for applications away from a workshop or electricity.Read more -
Stainless steel-HOW I CLEAN MY STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES
I was wishy-washy about putting stainless steel in our kitchen, because I’m actually a fan of white appliances. Gasp! It is true. I had to be convinced to go stainless steel. One thing that made me super nervous were the greasy fingerprints, which I noticed on all the display models at the store. (Maybe I should email this post to those stores?)There are three little ones running around this house, which means there are thirty fingers actively leaving their marks all over my home and stainless steel appliances. It will be very soon when baby is adding his ten fingerprints to the mix. Children live here and I don’t mind being reminded. Still, it is nice to clean the appliances in the kitchen and give the children a clean slate for their finger smudge art. Right? And my cleaner costs me less than 25 cents for two full bottles. And it is organic, non-toxic, fume-free and completely safe for me and my kids. In fact, I use the same cleaner to wash my fruits and vegetables. Shut the front door! Yep.Read more -
Stainless steel-How to Clean Stainless Steel Appliances
This post may contain affiliate links for your convenience. You can view my full advertising disclosure here.CLEANING TIPSThis post on cleaning stainless steel appliances has been sponsored by Casabella. All opinions are 100% my own.Many people (myself included) love the look of stainless steel, but it is notorious for displaying fingerprints and smudges. When we got our first stainless steel appliance, I was determined to figure out a way to clean it, and it is so easy! Let’s take a look at how to really clean stainless steel.Read more -
Stainless steel-Cleaning Stainless Steel Appliances
There is a wide range of commercial and do-it-yourself products that can be used to remove fingerprints and water marks from stainless steel products. However, the manufacturer’s instructions may be very specific about what cleaners you should use on your stainless steel appliances. (Some brands even recommend avoiding certain cleaners in nearby areas of the kitchen as the fumes can damage the stainless steel finish.) Go rogue, and you risk voiding your warranty. As many larger kitchen appliances are quite pricey, you probably don’t want to do that, so take some time to read the care instructions before you clean your refrigerator or oven.Read more -
Stainless steel-How to Clean Stainless Steel Appliances
Did you ever get your haircut, and you loved it when the stylist was finished... but then the next time you showered and tried to do your hair, it just didn't look the same? That kind of phenomenon occurs in many parts of life, including with stainless steel appliances. You remember how great your stove looked in the showroom at the store? Or how shiny the fridge was in the photos? And now look; fingerprints, stains, drips, streaks... is it hopeless? No! There are lots of great ways to clean stainless steel appliances, and many of them are quite inexpensive!Read more -
Stainless steel-9 Best Stainless Steel Cleaners, Tested by Cleaning Experts
Stainless steel appliances make a kitchen look modern and clean, but they can very quickly become covered in fingerprints. And while you may be tempted to clean your appliances using the same stainless steel cleaner you use to clean your outdoor grill grates, experts say it's not a good idea. The beautiful, shiny finish of kitchen appliances is prone to scratches and damage and should be cleaned more gently with cleaners specially formulated for appliance exteriors.At the Good Housekeeping Institute, we have rows of stainless steel dishwashers, refrigerators and ranges in every test kitchen. All of our Labs are fitted with stainless steel sinks and our cabinets are full of stainless steel cookware. Needless to say, we spend a lot of time keeping it all clean, so we know which cleaners get the job done.Many stainless steel cleaners can also polish, but they require lots of buffing on your part. If you want to avoid the extra step of buffing your stainless steel, Hope's is your best bet. Its self-polishing formula dries quicklyRead more -
Stainless steel-The Simple (and right) Way to Clean Stainless Steel Appliances
I love hand prints and fingerprints! I love seeing my four little ones’ hands and fingers at different stages of their growth. Seeing how tiny they once were is such fun! We do lots of art projects with our hands, giving me ample opportunity to soak up the memories and keep them forever.BUT, what I don’t love is the fingerprints and hand prints I keep finding on various hard surfaces in our home. I have wiped down walls, doors, windows, etc. Really I didn’t have a problem with cleaning them up. But before we were parents, we purchased all stainless steel appliances for our kitchen. I say before we were parents because we might have thought twice after, even though we love the look of stainless steel. The only problem is keeping them clean! Keeping them clean after kids is even more of a problem! A general wipe down just won’t do with stainless.Read more