Stainless steel may rebuff rust and corrosion but it's not immune from unsightly smudges, surface stains and scratches.

Fortunately, the rust and oxidized stains that form on the stainless steel finish of appliances are typically only on the surface, and therefore, relatively easy to remove.

Stainless steel is used in situations where surface aesthetics are crucial. These may include kitchen countertops, cabinet fronts, and external and interior cladding. As stainless steel is primarily ...

Stainless steel does have a grain similar to a wood floor or table, but it's not as easy to pinpoint. If you can't see the lines in the stainless steel, try feeling for them with your fingers.

Cleaning stainless steel can be a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be. For a streak-free clean of stainless steel, look no further than dish soap.

Within food-grade stainless steel, the NSF requires manufacturers to adhere to the 200, 300, or 400 series guidelines, though 200 and 300 make up the vast majority of stainless cookware.

Fortunately, stainless steel is magnetic, unlike aluminum, so if you have a set of stainless steel pans and are about to invest in an induction cooktop, you won’t have to replace them.