We are asked questions about stainless steel and its care all the time by our customers and now we will share our answers with you!

When you purchase a new kitchen appliance or another item in your home that is made from stainless steel, you may have a lot of questions about care and maintenance or even if stainless steel is the right product for you.  Stainless steel is pretty much indestructible, but it still needs proper care and maintenance.  If you take care of your stainless steel surfaces, it will take care of you for years to come. We always receive phone calls and emails regarding stainless steel and how to care for it with Sheila Shine.

Here are a few basic questions about stainless steel:

How often should stainless steel be cleaned?

Clean the metal when it’s dirty in order to restore its original appearance.  This many vary from one to four times a year or once a day depending on where the stainless steel is and what it is used for.  In most situations, the cleaning frequency is after each use.

Can stainless steel be recycled?

Stainless steel can be 100% recycled.  That is all stainless steel can be re-melted to make new stainless steel.

Will stainless steel rust?

Stainless steel does not rust as you think of regular steel rusting with a red oxide on the surface that flakes off.  Corrosion is generally caused by contaminants settling on the surface of the steel.  This is why proper care is required.

What can I do to clean and maintain my stainless steel?

Wash surfaces with a soft cloth and a gentle, stainless steel cleanser.  Rinse and dry after every use.  Drying is very important to eliminate any film build-up that may develop from hard water deposits.  For your refrigerators, dishwashers, and other kitchen appliances, always wipe in the direction of the grain and remove all traces of detergent.  Dry with a soft cloth.

What should I avoid using around stainless steel?

• Bleaches containing hypochlorite will attack stainless steel and cause pitting and staining.
• Certain foods, when left for prolonged periods can cause pitting and corrosion. Examples are citric fruit juices, salt, vinegar, mustard, pickles, and mayonnaise.
• Silver dip cleaners contain acids which attack stainless steel and leave a permanent stain.
• Muratic acid which is sometimes used with grout around tile and stone.
• Strong acids can damage stainless steel if they come in contact with stainless steel (i.e., photographic developing liquids or denture cleanser).

Should these encounter your stainless steel they must be washed away immediately with clean water.

Hopefully this answered some of your pressing stainless steel questions and dispelled any myths you may think about it.  To keep your stainless steel clean, trust Sheila Shine stainless steel cleaner.  No other brand on the market has Sheila Shine’s remarkable 3-in-1 process.  It cleans but also polishes and protects your metals, thus keeping it look brand new.  Your stainless steel will look fantastic as long as you continue to take care of it.

For the very best in cleaning, polishing, protecting your stainless steel, trust the best brand on the market, Sheila Shine.  Only the sun shines brighter!

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