{"id":101519,"date":"2025-06-04T15:18:11","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T22:18:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=101519"},"modified":"2025-06-05T10:34:55","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T17:34:55","slug":"how-to-clean-stainless-steel-appliances","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-clean-stainless-steel-appliances\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Clean Stainless Steel Appliances: Expert Tips, DIY Hacks & What Not to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Stainless steel appliances are stunning when spotless; but keeping them that way is a different story. What starts as a sleek, modern statement piece can quickly turn into a smudged, streaky eyesore with just a few fingerprints or water spots. Whether it\u2019s a greasy oven door in your <\/span>Dallas, TX home<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Phoenix, AZ rental<\/span><\/a>, or <\/span>Tampa, FL apartment<\/span><\/a>, knowing how to clean stainless steel appliances properly makes all the difference.<\/span>
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This Redfin guide covers what to use, what to avoid, and everything you need to <\/span>clean and maintain your kitchen appliances<\/span><\/a>.
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Step-by-step: How to clean stainless steel appliances<\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The best cleaning routine is one you can stick to regularly\u2014and that means using simple tools you already have.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Steven Pizollo from <\/span>Carpentry Innovations<\/span><\/a> in <\/span>Ridgewood, NJ<\/span><\/a> shares a tried-and-true step-by-step DIY method he recommends to kitchen renovation clients:<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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  1. Dampen the cloth.<\/b> Use a terry cloth or microfiber cloth that’s damp\u2014but not dripping\u2014to avoid leaving water spots.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
  2. Add dish soap.<\/b> Apply a squirt of mild dish soap like Dawn directly onto the damp cloth. Avoid using too much to prevent excess residue.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
  3. Wipe the surface.<\/b> Gently but thoroughly wipe down the appliance, working in the direction of the stainless steel grain to reduce streaks and maintain the finish.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
  4. Rinse with a clean cloth.<\/b> Using a fresh cloth dampened with plain water, wipe the surface again to remove any soap film.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
  5. Dry and buff.<\/b> Finish by buffing the surface with a dry cloth to prevent water spots and restore the natural shine.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    >>Read: <\/i><\/b>How to Clean Your Dishwasher and Improve Its Efficiency<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    What can you use to clean stainless steel appliances?<\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Mild and non-abrasive is the golden rule here. Architect Dusko Medakovic of <\/span>Archiinterdes<\/span><\/a> advises, \u201cIt is best to use mild detergents when cleaning stainless steel surfaces. Do not use harsh, abrasive cleaning products.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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