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Old 10-02-2014, 05:27 PM
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how do you keep your ss appliances clean. you can use car wax or oil just buff well and with the grain.what do you do??
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Old 10-02-2014, 05:35 PM
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Use WD40 (the odor dissipates in a few minutes) and "Viva" paper towels.
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We were told when we purchased SS appliances to use Pledge. Between the grand kids finger prints and chocolate labs noses the Pledge has had a work out. It works wonders without any smearing.
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I use Hope's Perfect Stainless. Easy to use and works awesome. 32oc bottle at Bed Bath and Beyond for $5.99 A few sprays paper towels and you're done.
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Use Weiman stainless steel wipes and then wipe with a microfiber cloth - easy and looks great and lasts long
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Sprayway Stainless Cleaner. Sprayway also makes a glass cleaner that is great and doesn't leave a residue like Windex does. The Stainless cleaner has a darker blue cap and label. I spray lightly spray a clean cloth, not the appliance, because it goes a long way. The Glass cleaners has a lighter blue cap and label. I swear by both. Can buy in Publix.
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Go to Walmart and get bar keepers friend. Those oily products just build up.

Finish with windex. Easy.
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Default Check Type of Finish First!

You would be well to first check the actual (type) of stainless steel finish is on the unit... not all cleaners are made for one! Many now is not most have a clear coat type finish that should not have any type of grit used!!

The spray Weiman Stainless Spray is great for the newer finishes.. many of the so call car finishes and others not for Stainless leave a film or light shadow that is almost impossible to remove.. many of the all in one cleaners have alcohol or ammonia which is not good for the cause either...
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You would be well to first check the actual (type) of stainless steel finish is on the unit... not all cleaners are made for one! Many now is not most have a clear coat type finish that should not have any type of grit used!!

The spray Weiman Stainless Spray is great for the newer finishes.. many of the so call car finishes and others not for Stainless leave a film or light shadow that is almost impossible to remove.. many of the all in one cleaners have alcohol or ammonia which is not good for the cause either...
I also use Weiman stainless cleaner and polish. It takes all finger prints and other streaks off and the finish looks like brand new. You should also use a micro-fiber cloth to prevent scratches.
You can buy it at walmart for under $5.00
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how do you keep your ss appliances clean. you can use car wax or oil just buff well and with the grain.what do you do??
Italian Craftsman Marble, Granite and solid surface cleaning products

Hard to find, I have been using this on my granite & SS for 30 years...it is not a wax. Fabulous
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WD40! I sure hate stainless appliances!
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Any ideas how to improve the look/get rid of scratches on SS refrigerator doors?
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Old 10-03-2014, 06:26 AM
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I replaced mine with "Slate" the new color introduced by GE.
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The only good product to use is called Shila Shine. You will not find it at HD or Lowes but most janitor supply stores have it or you can get it online. Almost all restaurants use this product. That is what I used when in the restaurant business and I still use it at home.
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I also use Bar Keeper's friend.
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