How to Maintain a Stainless Steel Countertop
Investing for something isn't easy. That is why it is very important to take care of the items which we have expensively or inexpensively bought. Same is true with the stainless steel countertop we have at home. If we expect it to last, then we should institute ways to make it usable through time. Its quality must also be preserved through some simple measures that we have to perform at home. Below are the ways which could help maintain the appeal and durability of your stainless steel countertops.
Things You'll Need to Maintain a Stainless Steel Countertop
You need to invest on a few things to ensure that your stainless steel countertop will be taken cared of. The items which you need to purchase for the countertop maintenance are: sponge, lemon or olive oil, scratch free cleanser with bleach, and a steel wool. All of which can be found in your local supermarkets. Since the items needed are very accessible, there would be no reason for you not to take care of your stainless steel countertops.
 New MTN Commercial Stainless Steel Countertop Food Pizza Display Warmer 20x17x14 $137.50 (15 Bids) End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 11:20:15 PDT |
 Countertop Stainless Steel Water Filter New $80.99 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 11:45:59 PDT Buy It Now for only: $80.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Countertop Stainless Steel Food Warmer $113.00 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 12:26:17 PDT Buy It Now for only: $113.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 OGGI 7 PIECE WINE BOTTLE OPENER CORKSCREW SET COUNTER TOP STAND STAINLESS STEEL $28.49 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 14:34:03 PDT Buy It Now for only: $28.49 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 New Portable Compact Counter Top Stainless Steel Ice Cube Maker Machine $194.00 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 15:43:13 PDT Buy It Now for only: $194.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 New Countertop Home Ice Cube Maker Machine--Stainless Steel $194.00 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 16:23:06 PDT Buy It Now for only: $194.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Range Kleen Stainless Steel Hot Pad 7"x7" Metal Trivet Non-Skid Countertop Mat $3.59 (1 Bid) End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 17:16:31 PDT |
 NEW Cecilware Stainless Steel Countertop Fryer-EL2X25 $790.00 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 17:40:06 PDT Buy It Now for only: $790.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 NEW Cecilware Stainless Steel Countertop Fryer - EL2X6 $570.00 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 17:45:04 PDT Buy It Now for only: $570.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 NEW Cecilware Stainless Steel Countertop Fryer - GF10 $845.00 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 17:45:08 PDT Buy It Now for only: $845.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 NEW Cecilware Stainless Steel Countertop Fryer - EL15 $450.00 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 17:45:11 PDT Buy It Now for only: $450.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 NEW Cecilware Stainless Steel Countertop Fryer - EL25 $500.00 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 17:45:15 PDT Buy It Now for only: $500.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 NEW Cecilware Stainless Steel Countertop Fryer - EL120 $565.00 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 17:50:04 PDT Buy It Now for only: $565.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 NEW Cecilware Stainless Steel Countertop Fryer -GF16 $1,220.00 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 17:50:08 PDT Buy It Now for only: $1,220.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 NEW Cecilware Stainless Steel Countertop Fryer - GF28 $1,475.00 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 17:50:12 PDT Buy It Now for only: $1,475.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 GE JES1344SK 1.3 cubic foot 1000W Stainless Steel Countertop Microwave Oven $139.99 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 18:18:46 PDT Buy It Now for only: $139.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 STAR 115D Commercial Countertop FRYER Stainless Steel w/Baskets ~ Oil Deep Fryer $249.00 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 18:29:31 PDT Buy It Now for only: $249.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 FoodSaver Smart Seal Technology Vacuum Sealer Stainless Steel Countertop V3825 $63.78 (15 Bids) End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 18:30:03 PDT |
 Star Max Commercial Stainless Steel Counter Top Propane Gas Griddle Grill $660.00 (5 Bids) End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 19:01:13 PDT |
 STAINLESS STEEL COUNTER TOP " BUNN " HEAVY DUTY COMMERCIAL ICE TEA BREWER 1 $179.99 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 19:54:33 PDT |
 HEAVY DUTY COMMERCIAL STAINLESS STEEL "UNIWORLD" COUNTER TOP MEAT GRINDER $299.99 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 19:57:56 PDT |
 BRAND NEW STAINLESS STEEL CHROME PAPER TOWEL HOLDER COUNTER TOP USE $14.99 End Date: Tuesday May-22-2012 23:26:57 PDT Buy It Now for only: $19.99 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 BRAND NEW - DAEWOO PIZZA CHEF COUNTERTOP OVEN - STAINLESS STEEL DESIGN $54.00 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 9:13:14 PDT Buy It Now for only: $64.95 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Prime Pacific Stainless Steel Canister set of 4 Glass Windows Countertop Storage $39.49 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 9:29:03 PDT Buy It Now for only: $39.49 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Prime Pacific Stainless Steel Canister Set of 4 Glass Bottom Countertop Storage $39.49 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 9:31:29 PDT Buy It Now for only: $39.49 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Dental Equipment - Stainless Steel Tray On Swivel Arm With Counter Top Mount $219.00 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 10:17:40 PDT Buy It Now for only: $219.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Lynx Grills Stainless Steel Countertop Trash Shute / Cutting Board / Cover L18TS $219.99 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 10:58:09 PDT Buy It Now for only: $249.95 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Countertop Drip Tray - 19" - Stainless Steel - No Drain $37.95 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 11:36:39 PDT Buy It Now for only: $37.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Server Countertop Quadruple Express Dispensing System, SE-4 07200 $549.70 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 15:03:28 PDT Buy It Now for only: $549.70 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 GE PROFILE STAINLESS STEEL COUNTER TOP MICROWAVE OVEN PEB1590SMSS CONVECTION NEW $429.95 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 15:18:40 PDT Buy It Now for only: $429.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 GE PROFILE STAINLESS STEEL COUNTERTOP MICROWAVE OVEN $269.95 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 15:19:08 PDT Buy It Now for only: $269.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 WINE ENTHUSIAST 12 BOTTLE COUNTERTOP STAINLESS STEEL WINE REFRIGERATOR NIB! $149.95 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 15:53:27 PDT |
 GE 2 cu. ft. Counter Top Microwave Oven JES2051SNSS - Stainless Steel $367.99 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 16:16:05 PDT Buy It Now for only: $367.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 NEW Cecilware Stainless Steel Countertop Fryer - ELT500 $1,415.00 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 17:35:10 PDT Buy It Now for only: $1,415.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Maxam® 12pc 8oz Stainless Steel Flasks in Countertop Display NEW Free Shipping $55.00 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 19:05:25 PDT Buy It Now for only: $55.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Model 4500 Stainless Steel Countertop Dual Stage Water Filtration System New $78.99 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 19:42:27 PDT |
 Stainless Steel Electric Skillet Cooker w/ Lid Cover ~ Countertop Griddle Grill $79.95 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 22:52:03 PDT Buy It Now for only: $87.95 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Stainless Steel 1100 Watt Countertop Microwave Oven, Sharp Digital w/ Turntable $128.95 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 23:02:30 PDT Buy It Now for only: $141.85 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Stainless Steel Countertop Microwave Oven - Oster 1200W Digital Turntable Cooker $149.95 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 23:02:30 PDT Buy It Now for only: $164.95 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Mini Upright Freezer Fridge w/ Lock & Key, Countertop Stainless Steel True 0F $199.00 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 23:44:38 PDT Buy It Now for only: $218.90 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Mini Refrigerator & Freezer Combo, Stainless Steel Countertop Energy Star Fridge $149.00 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 23:44:38 PDT Buy It Now for only: $163.90 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 3400W Commercial Portable Countertop Induction Cooktop Range Restaurant Cook Top $369.95 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 23:44:39 PDT Buy It Now for only: $406.95 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Electric Toaster Oven Countertop Stainless Steel SO1005 $59.00 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 23:44:41 PDT Buy It Now for only: $64.90 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 1800W Commercial Portable Countertop Induction Cooktop Range Restaurant Cook Top $349.95 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 23:44:41 PDT Buy It Now for only: $384.95 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Portable Stainless Steel Ice Maker, Compact Ice Cube Machine, Countertop IM-120S $189.00 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 23:44:41 PDT Buy It Now for only: $207.90 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Sunpentown Countertop 2.5 Cu Ft. Mini Fridge and Freezer Combo, Stainless Steel $224.95 End Date: Wednesday May-23-2012 23:52:32 PDT Buy It Now for only: $247.45 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 Stainless Steel Countertop Water Filter System $64.99 End Date: Thursday May-24-2012 9:56:16 PDT Buy It Now for only: $74.99 Buy It Now | Bid now | Add to watch list |
 12pc 8oz Sporting Stainless Steel Flasks in Countertop Display - 6 Designs $32.95 End Date: Thursday May-24-2012 12:28:33 PDT Buy It Now for only: $32.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 BRAND NEW SCROLLED TOWEL RACK ~ PERFECT FOR SMALL BATHROOOM COUNTERTOP!! $25.00 End Date: Thursday May-24-2012 12:48:52 PDT Buy It Now for only: $25.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Kitchen Countertop Breville BBL550XL Ikon 610-Watt Stainless-Steel Blender $146.77 End Date: Thursday May-24-2012 13:15:45 PDT Buy It Now for only: $146.77 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Restaurant Counter Top Food Warmer Commercial Grade Heavy Duty Stainless Steel $146.00 End Date: Thursday May-24-2012 15:23:19 PDT Buy It Now for only: $146.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 TAYLOR COMMERCIAL STAINLESS STEEL COUNTER TOP CARBONATED FROZEN SLUSHY MACHINE $2,499.00 End Date: Thursday May-24-2012 20:02:37 PDT Buy It Now for only: $2,499.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 HEAVY DUTY STAINLESS STEEL "FETCO" COUNTER TOP DUEL COFFEE BREWER $699.00 End Date: Thursday May-24-2012 20:03:39 PDT Buy It Now for only: $699.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Easy to Install Countertop Stainless Steel Water Filter Can Switch on/off $66.95 End Date: Thursday May-24-2012 20:04:21 PDT Buy It Now for only: $66.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Maxam KT4000 Stainless Steel Countertop Water Filtration System Diverter Valve $51.99 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 1:20:23 PDT Buy It Now for only: $51.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Sharp 0.9 cu. ft. Counter Top Convection Microwave Oven R820JS - Stainless Steel $319.99 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 8:51:10 PDT Buy It Now for only: $319.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 1-STAGE COUNTERTOP STAINLESS STEEL WATER FILTER SYSTEM $58.90 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 10:35:44 PDT Buy It Now for only: $58.90 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Commercial Countertop Beverage Cooler - Glass Door Refrigerator Reach In Fridge $289.00 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 10:57:25 PDT Buy It Now for only: $289.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 NEW Countertop Stainless Steel Water Filter.Purify H2O.Container Spout.Reusable. $99.99 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 11:59:51 PDT Buy It Now for only: $99.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 NEW Stainless Steel Countertop Water Filtration System.Purify.CTO Carbon Filter. $69.99 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 12:07:51 PDT Buy It Now for only: $69.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 NEW Stainless Steel Countertop Dual Stage Water Filtration System.Chlorine Free. $99.99 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 12:23:16 PDT Buy It Now for only: $99.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 8 1/8" Countertop Drip Tray - Stainless Steel-No Drain $35.95 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 13:46:58 PDT Buy It Now for only: $35.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 23 7/8" Countertop Drip Tray - Stainless Steel-w/ Drain $54.95 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 13:49:03 PDT Buy It Now for only: $54.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 23 7/8" Countertop Drip Tray - Stainless Steel-No Drain $44.95 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 13:49:13 PDT Buy It Now for only: $44.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 14 7/8" Countertop Drip Tray -Stainless Steel-w/ Drain $46.95 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 13:50:56 PDT Buy It Now for only: $46.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 8 1/8" Countertop Drip Tray - Stainless Steel -w/ Drain $39.95 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 13:50:58 PDT Buy It Now for only: $39.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Kohler Timpani K-2277 Bathroom Steel Bath Vessel Sink Countertop Stainless $308.99 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 14:26:33 PDT Buy It Now for only: $308.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Viking Professional Free Standing Countertop Microwave Stainless Steel VMOS200 $399.00 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 14:41:04 PDT Buy It Now for only: $399.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Kenmore Stainless Steel 2.0 cu.ft. Countertop Microwave 1200 Watts 79203 TruCook $119.99 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 16:17:02 PDT Buy It Now for only: $119.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 GE Profile 2 cu. ft. Counter Top Microwave Oven PEB2060SMSS - Stainless Steel $325.99 End Date: Friday May-25-2012 18:21:35 PDT Buy It Now for only: $325.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 FoodSaver Smart Seal Technology Stainless Steel Countertop Vacuum Sealer V3825 $46.05 (18 Bids) End Date: Saturday May-26-2012 9:00:12 PDT |
 Genuine Kirby Vacuum Heavy Duty Cleaner/Remover $15.44 End Date: Saturday May-26-2012 11:59:45 PDT Buy It Now for only: $15.44 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 8 Piece of 8oz Stainless Steel Alcohol Skull Bike Flasks In Counter Top Display $49.99 End Date: Saturday May-26-2012 14:14:00 PDT Buy It Now for only: $49.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Ten 8 Pc 8oz Stainless Steel Flasks Counter Top Display $269.99 End Date: Saturday May-26-2012 14:26:39 PDT Buy It Now for only: $269.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Countertop Stainless Steel Water Filter $76.95 End Date: Saturday May-26-2012 17:14:58 PDT Buy It Now for only: $76.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 HEAVY DUTY STAINLESS STEEL COMMERCIAL "VULCAN" COUNTER TOP N-GAS 4 BURNER $499.99 End Date: Saturday May-26-2012 18:41:48 PDT |
 Hamilton Beach 32184HB Electric Oven Single Stainless Steel Lid Countertop $83.99 End Date: Saturday May-26-2012 19:57:30 PDT Buy It Now for only: $83.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Stainless Steel Countertop Water Filtration System, Dual Stage, Diverter Valve $84.25 End Date: Saturday May-26-2012 20:19:16 PDT Buy It Now for only: $84.25 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Stainless Steel Rotating Spice Rack 16 Jar Countertop $38.49 End Date: Saturday May-26-2012 20:36:52 PDT Buy It Now for only: $38.49 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Avanti Mo1108sst 1,000-watt Counter Top Microwave Oven With Stainless Steel $138.27 End Date: Sunday May-27-2012 6:44:27 PDT Buy It Now for only: $138.27 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 NEW KitchenAid Countertop Toaster Oven Stainless Steel Onyx Black 12" KCO222OB $89.99 End Date: Sunday May-27-2012 6:45:14 PDT |
 Stainless Steel 1100 Watt Countertop Microwave Oven, Sharp Digital w/ Turntable $129.95 End Date: Sunday May-27-2012 9:08:54 PDT Buy It Now for only: $129.95 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Electric Toaster Oven Countertop Stainless Steel SO1005 $59.00 End Date: Sunday May-27-2012 9:12:22 PDT Buy It Now for only: $59.00 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 GE Stainless Steel Countertop Toaster Oven Model 169045 Never used $5.99 (1 Bid) End Date: Sunday May-27-2012 10:39:23 PDT |
 Stainless Steel Countertop Water Filtration System, Dual Stage, Diverter Valve $85.10 End Date: Sunday May-27-2012 17:55:31 PDT Buy It Now for only: $85.10 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 FoodSaver Smart Seal Technology Stainless Steel Countertop Vacuum Sealer V3825 $9.00 (5 Bids) End Date: Sunday May-27-2012 18:20:00 PDT |
 Countertop Stainless Steel Water Filter Removes Chlorine, Bad Taste, Contaminant $80.91 End Date: Sunday May-27-2012 18:47:33 PDT Buy It Now for only: $80.91 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 16 Jar Stainless Steel Rotating Countertop Spice Rack $41.99 End Date: Sunday May-27-2012 18:57:09 PDT |
 NEW Black & Decker 4 Slice Stainless Steel & Black Countertop Toaster Oven $59.99 End Date: Sunday May-27-2012 19:22:59 PDT Buy It Now for only: $59.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 New Countertop Stainless Steel Water Filter with Replaceable Cartridge Easy Use $80.99 End Date: Sunday May-27-2012 19:56:46 PDT Buy It Now for only: $80.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Maxam Polished Stainless Steel Countertop Water Filtration System $51.49 End Date: Sunday May-27-2012 20:41:01 PDT Buy It Now for only: $51.49 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 Sunpentown Durable stainless steel Portable Countertop Dishwasher sliver $275.99 End Date: Monday May-28-2012 2:35:28 PDT Buy It Now for only: $275.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
 RV WATER FILTER Countertop stainless steel fifth wheel $99.99 End Date: Monday May-28-2012 6:08:14 PDT Buy It Now for only: $99.99 Buy It Now | Add to watch list |
Steps in Cleaning Your Stainless Steel Countertop
Here are the steps you need to perform after every use of your stainless steel countertop: scrub the entire surface area with a safe powdered cleanser, scrape the gunk around the edges using a butter knife, rinse the countertop area thoroughly, scrub down the exterior portion of the countertop using a steel wool pad, do the strokes in a circular motion, elbow grease can be used to make your countertop look new, spread lemon or olive oil for a shinier look, and use dish cloth to wipe your stainless steel countertop after every use.
Ways to Take Care of Your Stainless Steel Countertop
Despite being coined as the 'stainless' steel, the stainless steel countertop is not totally safe from stain and corrosion. Therefore, you need to follow some tips which can help prevent these things from happening. First off, you need to avoid harsh household maintenance products such as bleach because its acidic nature harms the surface of your stainless steel countertop.
Next, you have to avoid leaving acidic food on a bare stainless steel countertop because this will cause staining. Warm water and soap is enough to maintain the cleanliness in your kitchen counters. Lastly, remember to dry everything on your countertop to avoid stain marks. By doing the things mentioned above, you'll be guaranteed that your stainless steel countertop will retain its shine and appeal even after a long year's use.
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