Cleaning
Stainless Steel Cleaning
A quick read on what to do and what not to do when cleaning stainless steel.
Why stainless steel kitchens?
Many commercial kitchens are steel kitchens. Well, there are quite a few reasons behind this decision. Primarily, steel kitchens are durable and easy to maintain. They are highly resistant to Next, stainless steel is non-porous. So, it helps keep germs at bay. Last but not the least, stainless steel lends a minimal and sleek appearance to the kitchen.
The steel’s metallic colour blends well with any colour palette, adding to the aesthetic appeal of the kitchen. Overall, stainless steel ticks all the checkboxes of an elegant kitchen.
However, it takes some care to retain the shiny gloss. To maintain its original lustre, you need to adhere to some stainless steel cleaning guidelines. This blog presents you with an overview of the key do’s and don’ts when it comes to cleaning stainless steel. Let’s take a look.
The Do’s
1] Clean along the grain:
Stainless steel has tiny grains that follow a direction. When you clean a steel kitchen, make sure you clean in the direction of the grain instead of rubbing in a circular motion. Go for long swipes. Cleaning along the grain helps avoid scratches on the steel’s surface.
2] Treat water spots immediately:
Get rid of the water spots as soon as you see them on the stainless steel surface. A wet sponge dipped in a cleaning solution would do fine.
3] Use a specialist cleanser:
Stainless steel gets stained with fingerprints and smudges easily. Get rid of this unclean look and stains with an effective cleanser, such as Crew Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish. It is specially formulated to protect stainless steel against grease and water splashes.
You could use it to clean all stainless steel surfaces and objects, such as doors, doorknobs, refrigerators, counters, equipment, lift doors, railings, and so on.
The Don’ts
1] Avoid abrasive scrubs:
Abrasive scrubs scratch the steel surface. On the contrary, use a soft sponge and a microfiber cloth to clean a stainless steel kitchen.
2] Avoid using bleach:
Avoid solutions containing bleach and ammonia. They may clean the surface but will make stainless steel look dull and damaged. Opt for Crew Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish. It:
Protects equipment surfaces and increases their life.
Leaves a smooth lustre.
Leaves no odour on cleaned items.
3] Don’t let grime sit:
Don’t let grime unattended for a long time on stainless steel. Wipe off grime and dirt with tissue paper or damp cloth as soon as you see them to prevent permanent damage. Use Crew Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish sparingly, when needed.
Bonus content: How to use Crew Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish?
Step 1: Pour the cleanser into a spray bottle.
Step 2: Shake well before use.
Step 3: Pre-clean heavily soiled surfaces. Add the solution sparingly to previously cleaned surfaces. For small areas, spray directly onto a cloth.
Step 4: Buff to shine.
A stainless steel kitchen is a spotless kitchen
What good is a stainless steel kitchen if it doesn’t look sleek and clean? In case your stainless steel kitchen looks dull and damaged, or you have been cleaning the kitchen incorrectly after reading the above information, it’s time to get back the brand-new glisten and glow with Crew Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish.
This cleanser is part of the Crew housekeeping portfolio — a suite of professional-grade cleaning solutions developed by Diversey Prosumer. This suite of cleaning solutions is designed to offer your kitchen and facility superior housekeeping.
