Using stainless steel in your kitchen design can be a great way to give your space a fresh, new look. Stainless steel appliances are extremely popular, and you can be sure that any unit in your kitchen will be useful for years to come. However, stainless steel appliances can be tricky to keep clean. If you make a few adjustments to the way you clean, a stainless steel kitchen is well worth the time and effort. 

3 Ways To Maintain Stainless Steel

1. Avoid Abrasive Cleaning Materials

Stainless steel can scratch very easily. It's a magnet for fingerprints, watermarks, streaks, and even scratches. It is highly recommended that you never clean your stainless steel kitchen appliances with steel wool or any highly abrasive sponges. While streaks, smudges, and stains are easy to remove, scratched up stainless steel can impact your kitchen design. When in doubt, always take the less aggressive route to clean.

2. Use Glass Cleaners for Streaks and Smudges

While glass cleaner isn’t necessarily made to clean stainless steel, it does a great job at removing fingerprints, streaks, smudges, and food residue. You will want to use a soft, micro-fiber cloth towel with your glass cleaner to avoid scratching the surface of your stainless steel appliances. Doing this a couple of times a week will keep your kitchen design looking clean, fresh, and modern. 

3. Use Baking Soda for Tough Stains

For harder to remove stains, use a little bit of baking powder. Make a paste using warm water, apply the solution onto the stained area, and let the paste sit for a couple of minutes. Take your microfiber towel or soft sponge and gently rub at the stain until it is removed. You can finish up the cleaning with some commercial glass cleaner. 

Whether you’re thinking about a remodel or new construction, Kornerstone Kitchens in Rochester, NY, can assist you in creating a memorable and exciting kitchen design. With over 50 years of helping residents with bathroom, kitchen, and commercial designs, they'll have your space looking beautiful and new at an affordable price. Visit their website to learn more about their services or call (585) 427-0280 to speak with a specialist today.