A variety of products and types of equipment made from stainless steel products have a lot of operational advantages. Stainless steel characterized by attractive appearance, good strength and reliability in use. But under the wrong conditions of maintenance and use, the rental can lose its original appearance and even become unusable. That is why you need to follow some rules of care and follow the advice of professionals. This will help extend the life of stainless products.
Fundamentals of care for stainless steel
There are several elementary rules, adhering to which you can achieve the desired result. If, for example, it is planned to use stainless steel equipment, then you can first treat the work surface with warm water and soap diluted there. After this treatment, the equipment should simply be rinsed with clean water and wiped dry.
The process of washing rolled metal should be started immediately after the end of use, because otherwise the dirt may dry out there. In such a situation, eliminating them can be much more difficult. If you do not use gentle cleaning methods, but take hard brushes instead, there is a possibility of causing significant damage to the equipment.
How not to clean stainless steel products?
The service life of such a rental can be extended if some methods are not used. You cannot do the following:
- During cleaning, use products that may contain abrasive particles. They can easily damage the surface of the product, leaving scratches and other defects there.
- It is necessary to abandon the use of hard sponges and brushes, other items for rough cleaning of the surface.
- It is not recommended to use substances that contain chlorides and various acids. There is a possibility that they will react with stainless steel. Accordingly, noticeable traces may form on its surface.
- Do not use equipment made of other metals, because it can leave mechanical damage on stainless steel.
Care Tips
It is necessary to use only certified cleaning agents that are specifically designed for stainless steel products. Thanks to them and compliance with the rules of application, it will be possible to achieve the desired result and extend the life of stainless steel products.