Cleaning Secrets: Stainless Steel Appliances

Posted on 05/05/2023

Best Ways to Keep the Stainless Steel Spotless

Stainless steel looks amazing, doesn’t it? Yes, that brilliant metallic look in your kitchen cannot be replaced in terms of aesthetic value, but you do have to work to keep it that way. Despite its name, stainless steel can get stains and the little problems on top of the metal surface will definitely hurt the overall look of the room they are in. So, in order to prevent all that, you need to search for ways to keep the stainless steel spotless as well (now that’s a mouthful!). And to help you do that, here are the best methods of keeping those metal surfaces looking like brand new.

Let’s get the easy way out first. If you want excellent maintenance, your local cleaning company will know what to do. If you get a maid to come every now and then for a quick kitchen cleaning, you will save money on a more thorough service and you will have a brilliant-looking kitchen.

Regular Washing
But if you don’t want to spend money, then it’s all up to you to keep the stainless state of your stainless steel. One thing you can regularly do is wash it with a damp cloth. Simply add warm water to any cloth or wipe, or a microfiber cloth, and wipe at the surface until you achieve the gleaming result. Do this once or twice a week and this way you will not only avoid stains, but also prevent the accumulation of dust. Just remember to wipe in straight lines and never leave any water drops lest you end up with water marks.

Removing Stains
There are, of course, numerous products out there, especially made for cleaning the stainless steel material. Go to your local supermarket and look for those if you want specialised help. And always do your research online on which the best products are, otherwise you will be left with wondering what to pick and whether what you pick will be subpar.

To clean stains from the stainless steel on your own and save money, though, you can use several things. First and foremost, remember that white vinegar will always be a good choice – the acidic properties will not eat through the surface, so it is completely safe, and if you combine water and vinegar you create the perfect all-purpose cleaner for this type of surface. Apply regularly and you will both keep it clean and healthy. Another method is to mix one-part water with three parts baking soda to make soda paste, but you have to make sure that the result is well-stirred so that no grains are left. Even the smallest soda grains will be abrasive and might leave scratches on your favourite steel surface.

What to Avoid
Avoid using abrasive products and tools. Metal scrubbers might sound like a sure-fire way to remove a stain, but then you have to look for ways to fill in all the scratches. Repairing scratches on a stainless steel surface takes a lot of specific means and time and you will be tired of placing layers upon layers on the surface, so it is best to avoid making the scratches altogether. Also avoid sticking heated items and salty foods stay for too long (or at all) on the surface – they will leave their mark and then you will be stuck kitchen cleaning after it.

And now you have the knowledge to keep the stainless steel in your kitchen at a top state at all times. It is simple, is it not? Simply provide consistency to your house cleaning and everything will look top notch.