Stainless steel is a material very resistant to corrosion, but it is not completely foolproof. That is why regular cleaning is recommended to preserve the good condition of its surface. In fact, stainless steel handles frequent cleaning very well and, unlike other materials, it is not possible to wear it out through excessive maintenance.
Precautions
Do not scrape the surface of the steel with scrapers, spatulas, or, in general, other objects during cleaning.
Do not use dish pads, especially if they are metallic.
Do not use chemicals of an acidic or corrosive nature.
Do not place ferric or iron-derived objects, nor non-stainless wet steels on your stainless steel product.
Avoid contact with acidic solutions.
Brines can attack your product depending on the saline concentration.
Do not place molten metals on your stainless steel item.
Halogens (Fluorine, Chlorine, Bromine, and Iodine) and their derivative products can attack stainless steel depending on the concentration and temperature.
It is not recommended to soak stainless steel objects in a chlorine-containing solution for a long period (for example, overnight).
Similarly, table salt and mixtures of salt and vinegar can, in the long term, damage stainless steel.
We advise washing stainless steel surfaces after food preparation and cooking.
Do not leave the following foods on a stainless steel surface for hours (may stain): ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, or dressings.
You may eventually scrub these stains with a "Scotchbrite" pad.
Be careful to scrub in the direction of the grain and not against it.
In a humid environment, avoid contact between ordinary steel and stainless steel.
Hydrochloric acid-based products, such as bleach, can cause stains and damage the surface of stainless steel appliances; THEY MUST NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES COME INTO CONTACT WITH THEM.
Cleaning
Use neutral soaps and lukewarm water with a soft cloth.
Rinse with plenty of water.
Wipe with another soft cloth.
When you set up your product for its first use, if you observe black stains when you remove the protective plastic, they are residues from the laser cutting of the parts. These stains can be easily removed with alcohol or a solvent.
Most common problems:
Grease and oils: clean larger stains with paper. Rinse with a lukewarm ammonia solution and continue with the usual cleaning.
Fingerprints: clean the stains with paper moistened with alcohol or an organic solvent. You can prevent them with a layer of liquid vaseline on the
clean and dry surface.
Stickers and labels: Peel off the stickers as much as possible, moisten the remains with lukewarm water and rub with a soft, damp cloth. If the remains persist,
clean with an organic solvent or alcohol.
Rust stains: polish the surface with a fine abrasive in the direction of the stainless steel grain. Clean with neutral soap and water and rinse with plenty of water.
Sticker application
To apply a sticker on your stainless steel product:
Clean your product of dust and grease with the above instructions.
Rinse and wipe the area where you will stick the sticker. Ensure the surface is completely clean.
You can now place the sticker.