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GREAT CLEANING TIPS FOR STAINLESS STEEL

Some people think that stainless steel's corrosion resistant surface somehow repels dirt and other contaminants. Like any surface stainless steel requires maintenance.

The basics about stainless steel

Stainless Steels are iron alloys with a minimum of 10.5 % chromium. Other alloying elements are added to enhance their structure and properties such as formability, strength and cryogenic toughness. These include: Nickel, Molybdenum, Titanium and Copper. Non-metal additions are also made such as: Carbon and Nitrogen. The main requirement for stainless steels is that they should be corrosion resistant for a specified application or environment.

Cleaning Methods for Stainless Steel

Stainless steel is fairly easy to clean if done properly and washing with soap of mild detergent and warm water followed by a clear water rinse is usually quite adequate for domestic equipment. Where it's become extremely dirty with signs of surface discolouration (perhaps following periods of neglect or mis-use) alternative methods of cleaning as outlined below can be used:

(1) Routine cleaning of light soiling

Soap, detergent or dilute (1%) ammonia solution in warm clean water. Apply with a clean sponge, soft cloth or soft-fibre brush then rinse in clean water and dry.

(2) Finger prints

Detergent and warm water, alternatively hydrocarbon solvent. Proprietary spray applied polishes, available to clean and minimise re-marking.

(3) Burnt on Food or Carbon deposits

Pre-soak in hot water with detergent or ammonia solution. Remove deposits with nylon brush and repeat if necessary and finish with 'routine cleaning' Note, abrasive scouring powder can leave scratch marks on polished surfaces.

(4) Tannin (tea) stains and coffee deposits

Soak in a hot solution of washing soda (sodium carbonate) - Coffee deposits/stains, soak in a hot solution of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate). These solutions can be applied with a soft cloth or sponge. Rinse with clean water, satisfactory on most surfaces.

How to Avoid Water Marks?

Use clean rinsing water such as good quality tap water, drying marks may be avoided using an air blower or wiping with clean disposable wipes.

'Information Referencing'

The above information was kindly provided by 'The British Stainless Steel Association'

Telephone: 01442 671 265 e-mail: ssas@bssa.org.co.uk

Technical Adviser: Alan Harrison

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