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Letter 25067
No longer stainless steel but Stained
Stainless Steel [Virginia]
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Trying to be helpful, my babysitter, used ZEP (a product used to
clean copper stains from lavatorys) on my stainless steel fridge and
dishwasher. I have tried every product to return my appliances back
to original - in vain. My only choice is to replace the panels and
it's a whopping $1000.00 or more. I'm here to ask if anyone knows a
way to restore the finish?
Thank you.
Sandra-Lia Lucatelli
Closing Agent - Clifton, VA, USA
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Depending on how bad the discoloration is, it can be a big job.
However, you CAN do it with some work. It may not come out with the
EXACT same finish as originally, but it should look good.
We suggest that you buff down the surface to remove the
discoloration. (It is not possible to remove the discoloration with
safe chemicals from our experience.) You will need to do this in a
uniform manner, whether with a buffing wheel or by hand. A fine grade
of Scotchbrite (TM) cloth can work well if done by hand in an even
motion over the entire surface. You can also use a finishing polish
with Ceric oxide or similar material to buff to a nice finish.
(Jewelers Polish)
Good luck!
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I stained my sink with a grout cleaner. To remove stains I sanded
my sink with fine wet/dry sandpaper. This removed all stains. I
followed it up with ultra fine wet/dry sandpaper with rubbing
compound (used for cars). This polished the sink and removed the fine
scratches.
Cathy Conty
- Slidell, LA, USA
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