How to Clean Magnet Marks From Stainless Steel

How to Clean Matte Stainless Steel
Written By
Nick Davis
Nick Davis
Published: Mar 16, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Step 1

Remove any magnets present on the stainless steel surface, if you haven't done so already.

Step 2

Wipe the stainless steel surface lightly with a soft, non-abrasive cloth or rag to remove any loose dust and dirt from the surface.

Step 3

Apply 2 tbsp. of a stainless-steel cleaner/polish or a concentrated cleaner designed for stainless steel to a soft, non-abrasive cloth or rag. Wear latex gloves to keep your hands dry.

Step 4

Rub the magnet mark(s) lightly using the cleaner-soaked cloth or rag in the direction of the grain on the stainless-steel surface.

Advertisement

Step 5

Reapply stainless steel cleaner/polish or a concentrated cleaner to the cloth or rag.

Step 6

Continue rubbing the magnet mark(s) until all residue and marks are gone.

Photo Credits

Kitchen image by armanxo from Fotolia.com

Nick Davis

Nick Davis is a freelance writer specializing in technical, travel and entertainment articles. He holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Memphis and an associate degree in computer information systems from the State…

Sponsored
HomeSteady Logo

HomeSteady is the ultimate guide for all your household needs, from cleaning and HVAC to electrical, DIY and maintenance.

Property of TechnologyAdvice. © 2026 TechnologyAdvice. All Rights Reserved

Advertiser Disclosure: Some of the products that appear on this site are from companies from which TechnologyAdvice receives compensation. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site including, for example, the order in which they appear. TechnologyAdvice does not include all companies or all types of products available in the marketplace.