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• Method 1 of 3: Clean before the grease builds up
• Method 2 of 3: Remove more stubborn grease
• Method 3 of 3: Remove stubborn and burnt grease stains
• Tips
• Warnings
• Necessities

Stainless steel is a great material. Stainless steel products are used in many companies, but because the material is resistant to moisture and bacteria, it means that you can also use them at home. Stainless steel appliances are easy to clean and look better immediately after cleaning with water and washing-up liquid. Most grease can be removed this way, although to remove more stubborn stains you will need to scrub and use other means. To remove grease from stainless steel, first clean the material with soap and water, then scrub with a nylon brush in the direction of the grain, then apply baking soda and vinegar to remove the most stubborn stains, then rinse remove all residue and dry the steel to prevent water stains.

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Method 1 of 3: Clean before the grease builds up

1. Mix water and soap. You can make the mixture in your sink while you wash the dishes. Simply mix a splash of liquid dish soap with some water until you have suds. The soapy water will not damage stainless steel surfaces and appliances.
   • Products from the store like Mr. Muscle Steelfix, HG Stainless Steel Cleaner and Blue Wonder Stainless Steel Cleaner are also non-abrasive cleaners that work well to clean stainless steel.
2. Dip a soft cleaning cloth in the soapy water. Wet the cloth with the soapy water. You can also use a sponge, as long as it isn't a scourer. A scourer can scratch the steel.
3. Wipe the stainless steel surface with the grain. Watch the stainless steel carefully. You will notice that the particles form lines that go in a certain direction. For example, the stainless steel surface has lines running up and down or left and right. Wipe the surface with the cloth in that direction.
   • If you use a soft cloth and soapy water, you are unlikely to scratch the surface if you make a mistake, but it is always a good idea to clean stainless steel with the grain.
4. Rinse the cloth with water. After you have treated the stainless steel with soapy water, hold the used cloth under the tap. Rinse off the soap residue with warm water.
5. Rinse the soap residue from the steel. Run the rinsed cloth over the surface of the stainless steel to remove the soap residue. Don't forget to wipe with the grain.
6. Dry the surface with a clean cloth. A clean soft cloth made of a material such as terry cloth works well. Wipe with the grain to remove moisture and prevent water spots.

Method 2 of 3: Remove more stubborn grease

1. Put mild dish soap in hot water. Empty the sink or get a clean bowl or bucket. Fill it with hot water and add a splash of liquid dish soap. Mix the dish soap with the water to get soapy water.
   • Mild detergents such as Klok and Neutral have no caustic and abrasive effect.
   EXPERT TIP

   Dip a nylon scrub brush into the mixture. A nylon dish brush is soft enough to clean the steel without leaving scratches. Dip the brush in the soapy water.

   • If you are concerned that the brush will scratch the steel, you can apply the cleaner with a soft cloth, sponge or a non-scratch scouring pad.
2. Scrub the greasy surface. Also take a good look at the surface of the stainless steel. When you see the lines that make up the grain, scrub in the direction of those lines. That way, the brush does not scratch the steel.
3. Rinse the scrubbed surface. If possible, hold the sample under hot water or use a soft cloth. The scrub brush loosens the grease and the water washes away the grease and soap residue. Wipe the steel with the cloth along the grain to remove the soap residue.
4. Dry the surface with a cloth. Use a clean, soft cloth and wipe in the direction of the grain. Make sure to wipe off all moisture so that it stains the steel.

Method 3 of 3: Remove stubborn and burnt grease stains

1. Mix baking soda with water. In a bowl, mix equal parts baking soda and water. Mix both ingredients until you get a paste.
2. Let the mixture soak into the stains for 15 minutes. Apply the baking soda and water mixture with a spoon or soft cloth without scrubbing it into the swatch. Come back after 15 minutes.
3. Scrub the stains with a nylon brush. An old toothbrush is also suitable if you don't have a nylon brush. Remember which direction the grain is running and scrub back and forth along the grain.
4. Rinse the surface. If possible, hold the stainless steel item under a hot tap or use a damp cloth to remove the baking soda residue. See if the stains are gone.
5. Pour vinegar over the stains. If the stains have not disappeared, pour the vinegar straight from the bottle onto the stains. Vinegar is acidic and can help remove the stains. For best results, use undiluted vinegar.
   • If it is a saucepan, you can also mix 1/2 cup of water and some baking soda with vinegar and then heat the mixture on the stove for 20 minutes until it simmers.
6. Scrub the stains again. Use the nylon brush or old toothbrush and scrub in the direction of the grain. Work carefully to avoid scratches.
7. Rinse off the vinegar. If possible, run the stainless steel item under hot water or use a damp cloth to remove any vinegar residue when you are done scrubbing. The spots should have disappeared or become smaller.
8. Dry the sample with a soft cloth. Wipe off all moisture with a terry cloth or microfibre cloth. Make sure that all moisture is gone so that no water spots develop.

Tips

• Clean stainless steel immediately with water, soap and a soft cloth to prevent stubborn stains.
• Always scrub with the grain to avoid staining.
• Dry stainless steel quickly with a soft cloth to prevent moisture build-up and water stains.

Warnings

• Chlorine bleach and agents containing chlorine cannot be used on stainless steel.
• Oven cleaners can also damage stainless steel.
• Very hard water or water with granules in it can also damage stainless steel.
• Scouring pads cause scratches. Steel wool leaves particles that start to rust.

Necessities

• Hot water
• Mild liquid dish soap
• Nylon scrub brush
• Vinegar
• Baking soda
• Towels made of terry cloth