Strong household cleaning products are often too aggressive to use on stainless steel. "Chlorine-based cleaners can corrode stainless steel by attacking its protective chromium oxide layer, leading to ...

Warm soapy water works best to clean stainless steel. Avoid harsh chemicals like bleach and ammonia, as well as abrasive materials. To achieve a sleek finish, apply a little bit of olive oil onto a ...

Q: I have lots of stainless steel in my kitchen: the sink, refrigerator, dishwasher door, pots and pans. But a lot of it is stained and dull — even my Oneida teaspoons, which I have had for more than ...

The shiny, glossy appearance of stainless steel appliances instantly gives your kitchen an elevated look without much effort. What’s less appealing about stainless steel, however, is that they get ...

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Just because a kitchen appliance is said to be “stainless” doesn’t mean it can’t get dirty. Learning how to clean stainless-steel appliances is crucial for anyone who has them. “Stainless steel is ...