Wednesday, February 11, 2026

How To Remove Rust From Stainless Steel The Right Way

 


Photo source:  Southern Living

''Stainless steel pots, pans, and silverware are highly coveted because of their durability; when properly maintained, kitchenware made of this metal alloy can last a lifetime and beyond. But the “properly maintained” part often causes problems for home cooks. Ugly rust stains and spots love to pop up on stainless cookware, and it can be difficult to clean these marks without skilled guidance. Luckily, we asked a group of professional cleaners for their top rust-cleaning tips involving stainless steel, and here’s what they shared with us."  Comment from Southern Living

Great article!  Stainless steel kitchenware is expensive!

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Sunday, February 8, 2026

How To Clean A Stainless Steel Sink So It Looks Brand-New Again

 


Photo source:  Southern Living

"Even though sinks are used to wash your dishes, it doesn’t mean you should neglect to actually clean your sink regularly, too. Cleaning your stainless steel sink regularly will help prevent stinky odors from wafting around in your kitchen, will be more hygienic when it comes to rinsing your dishes, and will just look nicer in your kitchen, too."  Comment from Southern Living

Good information for me since I will be putting in a stainless steel sink soon.

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Toilet Cleaning Trick That Outshines Expensive Products

 


Photo source:  Everyday Cheapskate

"Nothing says “responsible adult” like scrubbing a toilet on a Saturday morning when you’d rather be doing almost anything else.

That’s exactly why this DIY toilet bowl cleaner stays in my regular cleaning rotation.

It’s quick. It’s inexpensive. And it actually works."  Comment from Everyday Cheapskate

This is one of the things I hate to do most.  

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