One of the most frequent questions at finishing.com has been how
to repair scratches in stainless steel refrigerators and other
stainless appliances. A summary of the advise given is that the
difficulty depends on the type of stainless steel (even it’s even
real stainless steel), and whether the finish is “long grain” or
short and random grain. Try some of the advise about easier solutions
if you wish. If you achieve some success in your effort, please write
back.

Here are some of the inquiries which contain advise in reply,
albeit sometimes conflicting:

• Letter 4148 — says long
  grain hairline finish is easiest to repair, and recommends “Stuff
  for Stainless”

• Letter 4660 — suggests
  that relatively simple re-sanding can fix long grain finishes.

• Letter 8204 — suggests jeweler’s
  rouge on high speed buffer.

• Letter 13987 — says sanding
  will not work, try buffing with automobile buffer.

• Letter 21724 — says if finish
  is non-directional it is impossible to repair.

• Letter 23321 — claims a G.E.
  rep recommended
  Stainless Steel Magic.