A large stainless steel fridge in a kitchen - Sergey02/Getty Images With their sleek designs and smooth finishes, stainless steel appliances look good in nearly any kitchen. However, these appliances ...

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No matter what method you use, for best results always clean the rusty item first. This is my go-to. It’s easy and cheap because I always have baking soda on hand. Wet the sponge with warm water. Pour ...

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 ...

While some may find charm in rusted-out iron or steel material—think a beloved old bicycle or decorative railing—most find it to be an insidious sign of damage and instability. You probably don’t want ...

I'm not a big fan of "patina". The word I mean, not the faded and corroded look of an old car. It's somewhere between the name of a bad teen pop star and a rejected pharmaceutical brand. It's also ...

The raw stainless steel look of the Cybertruck may be iconic, but its durability is already in question. A couple of Cybertruck owners have posted about potential rust-related issues when it comes to ...

This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter here. In the Mon Valley of western Pennsylvania, steel was once a way of life, one synonymous with the image of ...