Stainless steel was originally developed for cutlery. Its resistance to corrosion and oxidation earned it the name “stainless” — although it’s not actually steel. (Stainless steel contains at least 10.5 percent chromium and other elements like nickel, titanium and copper.)
This material is now commonly used for countertops and appliances like refrigerators, microwaves and dishwashers. The finish looks sleek and modern while being strong and durable. Stainless steel is also popular because it’s typically easy to clean and maintain.
Keep reading for tips on how to clean, maintain and protect your stainless steel appliances and surfaces and keep them looking shiny and new.
Stainless steel was originally developed for cutlery. Its resistance to corrosion and oxidation earned it the name “stainless” – although it’s not actually steel. (Stainless steel contains at least 10.5 percent chromium as well as nickel, titanium and copper.)
The finish looks sleek and modern while being strong and durable. Keep reading for tips on how to clean, maintain and protect stainless steel in your home.
Also, when it comes to finding the right products and tools, it’s important to note there are some things you definitely don’t want to use on stainless steel. Never use abrasive cleaners, sponges, brushes or steel wool because these all can leave permanent scratches on stainless steel surfaces.
Cleaning the interiors of your appliances is also important. Check out these easy tips for cleaning a refrigerator.
Cleaning stainless steel involves just a few steps. But, before you get started, it’s important to gather the right cleaning products and tools.
Here’s what you’ll need to clean stainless steel:
When it comes to cleaners, we like using Pine-Sol® Original Pine Multi-Surface Cleaner on stainless steel surfaces. Pine-Sol® also comes in other scents, like Lemon Fresh®, Lavender Clean®, Sparkling Wave® and Tropical Flowers™. Just choose your favorite. All of them will leave your home smelling fresh and clean.