How to Keep Stainless Steel Appliances Free From Fingerprints

Stainless steel, despite the name, is not actually stainless. It is made from an alloy of steel and chromium which reduces the occurrence of rust and corrosion. Stainless steel is often used to make appliances, and it is subject to fingerprints and smudges if you don't take measures to avoid them. Although nothing can completely prevent fingerprints and smudges on stainless steel, you can minimize their appearance with the right products and technique.

Things You'll Need

• Soft cloths
• Glass cleaner or stainless steel cleaner
• Lemon or olive oil

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Spray a soft cloth with glass cleaner or stainless steel cleaner and wipe the stainless steel appliance in the direction of the grain.

   • 2

     Apply 1 tsp. of lemon oil or olive oil to a clean, soft cloth.

   • 3

     Wipe the stainless steel with the lemon or olive oil in the direction of the grain. Buff away any excess with a clean part of the cloth to restore shine and prevent the appearance of future fingerprints or smudges.