The shiny, glossy appearance of stainless steel appliances can instantly elevate your kitchen’s appearance.
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What’s less appealing about stainless steel, however, is that it gets dirty very easily, with smudges, scratches, fingerprints and more.
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If you don’t have the right cleaning tools, it may feel like the best way to keep stainless steel appliances clean is to simply not use them.
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Fortunately — since avoiding your fridge and stove every day is not an option — there are a few easy ways to clean your stainless steel appliances while feeling confident about using them.
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I spoke with multiple cleaning experts to learn the best stainless steel cleaning methods, including the best (and worst) products to use on them.
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I also asked them to recommend products they love and use themselves.
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The best products for cleaning stainless appliances
All of the products below are recommendations from our experts and have at least a four-star average rating from 500 reviews or more on Amazon.
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Weiman’s stainless steel cleaning products come recommended by both Kadi Dulude, owner of the cleaning company Wizard of Homes, and Robin Murphy, the chief cleaning officer at cleaning services company Maid Brigade.
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Both Dulude and Murphy say that Weiman’s stainless steel cleaning sprays and wipes are effective at getting rid of smudges and fingerprints.
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This bundle includes two bottles of wipes and a microfiber cloth that you can use to add shine to your appliances and buff small streaks.
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NBC Selected senior editor Shalwah Evans uses this on her dishwasher, oven, and microwave at least once a month.
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“I like that I can wipe down the appliances with these wipes and they stay pretty clean for weeks,” she says.
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“When paired with a microfiber cloth they keep my stainless steel sparkling and company ready.”
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In addition to the wipes and microfiber cloths, Weiman makes a stainless steel cleaning spray.
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It’s suitable for fridges, trash bins, ovens, dishwashers and more and it comes with a microfiber cloth.
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Shoppers say that the spray makes their appliances appear brand new and doesn’t leave streaks.
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And according to Murphy, it leaves a protective layer that prevents smudges and other residue from showing up later on.
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For cleaning your stainless steel appliances with simple dish soap, Murphy recommends using something eco-friendly, like Seventh Generation soap, which is plant based and free of fragrances.
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Eco-friendly ingredients tend to have less harsh ingredients that won’t wear on the surface of stainless steel appliances over time as much as non eco-friendly options, according to Murphy.
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Though not necessarily designed for cleaning stainless steel, it’s “safe, biodegradable, and effective at cutting grease without residue,” says Murphy.
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So it gets the job done.
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Plus, it’s “gentle enough for daily wipe-downs.”
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Dawn’s Platinum Plus Powerwash Dish Spray may be one of the best cleaning products I’ve ever used.
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It’s incredibly versatile and, besides being great for cleaning dishes, it’s also suitable for occasional cleaning of grease from stainless steel.
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In my experience, it doesn’t leave streaks and it gets rid of smudges.
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I’ve also used it to clean the outside and inside of my fridge.
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It sprays in a foam texture and it has a refillable bottle — plus it’s available in a fragrance-free option.
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Microfiber cloths are ideal for many types of cleaning tasks, especially cleaning stainless steel, since they aren’t too rough or textured and won’t damage the surface of your appliances, according to Dulude.
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It’s also a good idea to have multiple microfiber cloths for cleaning different areas and for washing versus drying.
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If you prefer using a spray rather than wipes that already have a cleaning solution, you can try this option from Zep.
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It’s safe on your stainless steel appliances, including outdoor appliances like a grill.
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All you have to do is spray it onto the surface and then wipe with a microfiber cloth.
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This lavender-based stainless steel cleaner from Therapy is ideal if you want a cleaner with a pleasant smell.
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It includes a microfiber cloth that you use with the spray, which helps make your stainless steel fridge and dishwasher more resistant to fingerprints and streaks, according to the brand.
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How to clean stainless steel appliances in 4 easy steps or less
There are a few methods and products that are ideal for cleaning stainless steel appliances.
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Here is what our experts recommend for a quick and simple clean:
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Alternatively, for a thorough clean, you can use stainless steel wipes, like Weiman Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Wipes, to wipe the surface of the stainless steel appliance, going with the grain.
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Then, use the dry microfiber cloth to wipe over the same area until it’s dry and shiny.
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What should you not use to clean stainless steel?
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Both Dulude and Murphy say that the most important thing when cleaning stainless steel is to avoid using abrasive ingredients and paper towels.
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…and 19 more, not listed.
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