Many people prefer to buy stainless steel appliances for everyday use as they are durable and can be cleaned and used over and over again. However, the other side of the coin is that if you don’t know how to clean them and keep them shiny, it can start to look dull and stain all over. Knowing more about this topic could help you maintain them.
Stainless steel has very good conduction and heat transfer properties, as well as being resistant to corrosion due to the steel coating. This is the reason why it is ideal for home use in the kitchen for everyday use. On the other hand, steel containers can get dirty very quickly and the surface can be marred with fingerprints and smudges that make it look dirty.
If you look at the steel utensils, you will see some lines or patterns, which basically follow the grain structure of the steel coating. If you clean the container in the same direction as the grain structure, you will find that it cleans easily and shines better.
Stainless steel utensils tend to build up easily and show water marks as well as fingerprints that make the surface look dirty. To avoid this problem, wash them with a mild detergent and water, then dry the utensil immediately after washing and store it inside the cabinet and away from dust. You can clean them with a semi-damp cloth when you want to use them.
Always remember to use a soft cloth while cleaning steel utensils, as they can be scratched very easily and lose their shine. Do not use scourers or any cloth or material with a hard surface that can be scratched. If the cleaning cloth gets wet after cleaning some utensils, use a fresh dry cloth for the rest of the utensils and do not leave any traces of water.
Watermarks and fingerprints on steel utensils are very easy to remove and clean. Glass cleaners can be used which are ideal for this purpose as they not only clean the surface but also form a protective layer against further stains or you can make your own cleaning agent by mixing 50 ml of distilled vinegar with half a liter of water and spray on utensils. Then wipe them with a dry cloth. In no time, the surface will be clean and shiny again.
If you don’t like using these home remedies and want to purchase a ready-to-use cleaner, you will find many options in the detergent or cleaning agent section of supermarkets. You may want to buy a very small serving first to give it a try and see if you like it.
I hope these tips make it easier for you to maintain and clean your stainless steel utensils. Always remember to use stainless steel utensils to save energy, they are easy to clean, they are beautiful to look at, and they are durable too.