How to Clean Stainless Steel Washers

How to Clean Stainless Steel Washers
Written By
Kaye Wagner
Kaye Wagner
Published: May 5, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Things You Will Need

  • Cloths
  • Water
  • Paper towels
  • Mild liquid dishwashing detergent
  • Rubbing alcohol
  • Baking soda

Clean stainless steel washers regularly to remove the appearance of fingerprints.

  1. Soak a clean cloth in warm water, and wipe down the entire surface of the stainless steel washer.

  2. Dry the surface immediately with a paper towel to prevent drip marks from drying on the machine.

  3. If grease residue is left on the washer, mix 1 cup of water with several drops of mild dishwashing detergent. Dip a cloth in the water, and wipe down the surface of the stainless steel washing machine.

  4. Dry the surface immediately with paper towels to prevent drips and streak marks from forming.

  5. If a grease residue is still visible, dampen a cloth with rubbing alcohol and use it to rub the grease stains. Rise the area with a cloth soaked in clear water.

  6. If the stainless steel washer is stained and the above steps did not remove it, mix a paste of 1 tsp. of baking soda and a few drops of water. Apply the paste to the stain with a clean cloth, and let it sit on the cloth for 15 to 20 minutes.

  7. Rinse the area with a cloth soaked in clear water.

  8. Dry the surface completely to prevent streak and drip marks from developing.

Tips

Never use harsh abrasive cleaners as they can permanently scratch the surface of the washer.

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Kaye Wagner

Kaye Wagner has been working in the fields of journalism and public relations since 2006 and is a recipient of a National Hearst Award. She is particularly interested in home-and-garden projects, as well as beauty and fashion writing. An…

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