Is it hard to keep the stainless exterior clean and looking good?
84119
No, it is not hard at all. It seldom requires more than washing it with hot soapy water and a good rinse
752328
Not particularly hard to clean! I use a fibercloth with some stainless steel liquid cleaner. I really like the sensor reheat function which automatically reheats without additional input.
784671
Here's a protip on cleaning the stainless steel insert. When the insert starts to get discolored just pour in some white vinegar and let sit for about 5 minutes. Rinse with water and wipe dry. Your insert should be nice and shiny again.
142028
I can't remember if mine was highly polished on the inside, but it will not stay that way anyway (inside or outside). Some people keep polishing it with cleaners, but I like the patina that occurs naturally.
135817
I have not experienced any finish issues (pitting, corroding). However, I have not gone through a Michigan winter yet. Even with that, my experience has been that with any automotive accessory that is truly made from stainless steel, the finish will remain "as new".
1428553
Stainless is better for you than aluminum or teflon coated. Sticking can be an issue but I have not found it to be with the two brands of stainless I own. Cleans up like a charm and heats evenly. Keep a can of stainless steel cleaner or a Mr Clean Eraser to make it shine. Enjoy your new stainless!
1061259
I've been using mine daily for about five months now and I see no visible scratches. I have ice cubes and almonds and nuts whirring in there regularly, and those are fairly hard items, but remember it's stainless steel. Think about what has to scratch that. All that said, the surface is not 100% pristine, there is some slight discoloration, but I'm assuming that could be cleaned. (Think about how stainless steel silverware discolors over time.) In fact, I'd love some advice on how to better clean this thing. Anyway, hope all this helps!
857450
I have had no problem at all. One thing to remember with "Stainless" steel.... it can stain. Sort of an oxymoron I know but I work in the steel business. This grade of steel in these pots is a high quality and any staining will be minimal. It is easily removed with Barkeeper's Friend Cookware Cleaner. Also, I don't use the dishwasher all the time for my stainless pots. The highly alkaline detergent in dishwasher detergent is terrible on stainless steel and will cause the staining fast. It will also dull the beautiful mirror finish over time. These pots are so easy to clean. I just use a dish sponge and wipe em down. If I happen to burn something or I notice some spotting on the pots, I use Barkeeper's Friend Cookware Cleaner and it cleans right up. They look brand new still!
101911
I have two black and two stainless and they all look like new always. No noticeable scuffing or scratches.
1197291
I think it looks fine. The wide foam brush that comes with the paint gives you the stainless "lined look". Of course, you still have the dimples but can only tell if you are up close and really looking. Hope this helps!
1391367
The paint finish they use makes it a breeze. As we all find out over the years, the trick is to clean it after every use when it cools down. The first three or four times I didn't and it still was no problem. I did use a grease cutter. Cleaned the lid and all other parts in five to seven minutes using newspaper liberally to wipe up with. Honestly this is a very portable little grill.
1338998
I haven't had that problem. The paint on this grill is holding up nicely for me.
873193
Yea, it's a brushed stainless...personally I like the look of polished against brushed, but you may just want to go with a brushed look.
1018611
It's fairly easy to clean. But it is never clean clean. It's always a little greasy feeling. It doesn't chip though. It's solid iron all the way through. Very heavy and sturdy.
603603
No it doesn't get dirty or show scratches, it is not diff. to clean but you must unscrew the top and bottom to release the glass liner to clean. I like mine but it is not as convenient as SS.
632734
Honestly, my case is red and I have never had a real need to clean it. It's a hard case with a smooth exterior and a fibrous-like interior and there is stitching all the way around. The outside you should be able to wipe down lightly but I couldn't tell you how many times you could do that without hurting the exterior coating. The inside would be harder to clean but I think it's safe to say that a wipe down is all you can attempt with that too.
2081944
To be honest with you, it doesn't seem dirty at all. I've had it out for months now, and it looks relatively spotless.