Posted on March 29, 2012 by Reda Abouleish
A stainless steel kitchen island is just one way you could use this metal to enhance your kitchen look and value.
Have you ever toured a home that was at the top of your buying list until you walked into the kitchen? What a deflated feeling that is. Many times this happens to buyers and the homes with the least impressive kitchens tend to be the ones crossed off their potential new home list.
Pay Attention to Your Kitchen
Does your kitchen stand out? It should be the best looking room in the entire house. It is one of the most important rooms so the attention and money spent in it needs to be substantial. It truly is the heart of the home that brings in the most monetary value. It can transform an old, dingy looking 1980s kitchen into a modern era just by updating the hardware and cabinets. Using stainless steel is one way to do this.
By changing cabinets from wood to steel you update the home instantly and buyers notice. It emits an impression of elegance, sleekness and richness while remaining cost effective, easy to clean and environmentally friendly. It is a metal that is 100% recyclable making it appealing to home buyers, builders and contractors. It also does not rot or fade away like wood. The replacement and maintenance costs are low saving you money.
This material does not have to solely be preserved for the indoors. It works great for outside living spaces too.
To find out more about the benefits of using stainless steel and nickel alloy bars, call National Specialty Alloys today.
Posted on January 4, 2012 by Reda Abouleish
Adding a stainless steel sink is a stylish choice for your home kitchen. It always makes me feel like I’m in a top-notch chef’s kitchen when I see one in someone’s home. It looks great, won’t crack and is durable. But how do you keep it looking fresh and new after years of use? Here are some tips on how to clean a stainless steel sink.
Use Mild Products
Skip the toxic cleaning products. Switch to baking soda or white vinegar. Baking soda eliminates odors and removes any stuck on grime. White vinegar removes stains while polishing the stainless steel at the same time. These two are household items you may already own. It is a no fuss, cost-effective, hassle free way to keep your sink looking pristine.
Implement Preventive Measures
The key to keeping your new kitchen sink clean is to employ preventive measures into the mix. For instance, do not leave any metal canned products or cast iron for long periods of time in the sink. This leads to staining. Remember to never cut directly on a stainless steel surface. If you are going to clean it then go with the grain. This makes the material shine like new. If you live in an area where hard water is a problem then wipe the sink dry after each use.
Stainless steel is not just used for kitchen sinks. It is also an ideal material choice for processing plants, high pressure machinery, condensers, heat exchanger tubes and more.
To find out more about customized stainless steel and nickel alloy bars for your next home or commercial project call one of our experts today.
