Stainless steel is a sleek, durable metal found throughout modern homes.
Here’s how to keep it scratch-free.
Chromium makes stainless steel non-corrosive and rust-resistant.
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It’s also heat- and bacteria-resistant, recyclable, and easy to clean.
However, despite its strength and resilience, stainless steel is not scratch-resistant.
Rough handling, abrasive materials, or harsh cleaning techniques can damage the finish.
While gentle buffing can remove some light scratches, more effort may be required to remove deep scratches.
Here is how to remove scratches from stainless steel.
Causes of Stainless-Steel Scratches
The most common reason scratches occur is improper cleaning.
Using abrasive cleaning pads or harsh chemicals can leave scratches behind on appliances and cookware.
Scratches are inevitable, but the severity of the scratches determines the removal method.
Light scratchesappear as fine lines or minor scuffs visible in bright light.
However, they are barely noticeable to the touch if you run your fingers over them.
Such scratches are found in high-use areas.
They can easily be removed using a store-bought, non-abrasive cleaner, non-gel toothpaste, or baking soda.
If scratches are paired with dents, you may have to try a combination of repair methods.
Stainless steel typically comes inshiny,brushed,matte, orblack-paintedfinishes.
Preventing Future Scratches
To prevent future scratches:
