“When buffing out scratches, be sure to move in the direction of the stainless steel grain and don’t rub your buffing cloth in circles. I’ve used baking soda mixed with water to work out scratches, ...

Never use steel wool or a pumice stone, since they will permanently scratch your appliance ... If you're like me, once a week polish your stainless steel with the orange side of an orange ...

Learning how to clean stainless-steel appliances is crucial ... Make sure to rinse with soapy water, and buff away any moisture. Bon-Ami Scratch-Free powder cleanser may be worth a try as well.

There are a range of non-abrasive cleaners and kits specifically made to buff scratches out of stainless steel. To use these: ...