What is the best way to clean my Stainless Steel pans?

To keep your stainless steel pans clean and looking their best, start by soaking the inside with warm, soapy water for 30 to 60 minutes if food is stuck or burnt. After soaking, wash with warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly.

For tougher stains or burnt-on food, try these effective methods:

• Use a specialised stainless steel cleaner for targeted cleaning.
• Create a paste from bicarbonate of soda and diluted bleach, apply it to the stained area, leave overnight, then wash off.
• Pour enough Coca-Cola or a similar soda to cover stains, leave for about 30 minutes, then wash normally.
• Drop a dishwasher tablet or add 2 tablespoons of washing powder to hot water in the pan and soak overnight.

Additional techniques include:

• Boil a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and water for 3-4 minutes inside the pan to loosen stubborn food, then wash as usual.
• To remove white spots or film, clean the pan inside and out with a rag soaked in equal parts lemon juice or white vinegar and water, then rinse.
• For persistent white film, boil a solution of 9 parts water to 1 part white vinegar for 10 minutes, cool, wipe, and rinse.
• Simmer crushed or leftover tomatoes with water for 30 minutes to remove discoloration.
• Remove mineral deposits using lemon juice and a non-abrasive scrubber; apply lemon juice directly to deposits, scrub gently, then rinse thoroughly.

Regular cleaning and proper care will maintain your stainless steel cookware’s appearance and performance for years to come.