Rules of Maintenance (Stainless Steel)
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Stainless steel is widely used for balconies and handrails. Many apartments now have stainless steel balustrades or handrails. Stainless steel is known for its ability to maintain a clean surface that resists corrosion and rust. However, dirt, dust, and grime can put stainless steel at risk of corrosion, contamination, and rust. Fortunately, stainless steel responds well to cleaning and doesn't wear out from excessive cleaning, as long as certain rules are followed.
1. Water and a cloth. Routine cleaning can be accomplished by using warm water and a cloth. This is the least risky option for cleaning stainless steel handrails. Dry with a towel or cloth to prevent water spots. Wipe in the direction of the polish lines.
2. Mild detergent, (dish washing liquid) and cloth. If the stainless-steel handrail exhibits corrosion marks or contamination, or if it has been a long time since the last clean and requires more power for cleaning, mild detergent and warm water can do a great job without damaging the stainless steel. Ensure you rinse the surface thoroughly to prevent staining and spotting and use a towel to prevent water spots caused by minerals like calcium in hard water.
3. Glass cleaner for fingerprints. Fingerprints are one of the biggest complaints about stainless steel handrails and parts, but they can be taken care of by using glass cleaner. Rinse thoroughly and towel dry. Some newer types of finishes for stainless steel resist fingerprints.
4. Stainless Steel Cleaner. If the handrails have stains, scratches, or need polishing, a stainless-steel cleaner may be a good option. Some of these cleaners and polishes can help minimize scratching and remove stains. They also polish stainless steel surfaces nicely. Read the directions on the stainless-steel cleaner and test it in an inconspicuous spot. Be sure to rinse thoroughly and towel dry.
Using the guide above, you should be able to keep the look of your stainless-steel handrails and balustrades clean and looking new for many years.
Low maintenance finishes
Stainless Steel not Maintained
Balconette offers a low-maintenance alternative to stainless steel in the form of an innovative stainless-steel lookalike called "Royal Chrome." This finish provides all the visual effects of a polished stainless steel handrail while being extremely corrosion-resistant with no welding involved due to its anodized finish.
In short, the Royal Chrome anodised finish will not require regular cleaning or polishing, and we proudly offer a 10-year guarantee on this finish. As a testament to the product's durability, we revisited a site with over 300m of Royal Chrome balconies, originally installed in 2007, on the seafront of the south coast in West Sussex. To read more about this and the rave review from the client, please follow this link: https://www.balconette.co.uk/glass-balustrade/case-studies/seaside-curved-balustrades
