Ever tried using just a bit of olive oil for buffing out those streaks? I’ve had better luck with that than vinegar sometimes, especially on black stainless.
I’ve gone the olive oil route on both black and regular stainless, but I always end up fighting that slight residue. It does make things look sharp at first, but after a few days, fingerprints seem to come back even faster. What’s worked best for me is a microfiber cloth dampened with just water, then a quick dry buff. Not as shiny as oil, but no film and way less maintenance. Vinegar left some streaks for me too—maybe it’s the water in my area?
I hear you on the olive oil—tried it once on my 1920s stove and spent the next week wiping smudges off every time someone made a sandwich. I’ve found the same thing: water and a good microfiber cloth do the trick, especially if you’re not aiming for showroom shine. It’s funny, all these fancy “natural” hacks and half the time I end up back at basics. Maybe it’s just the old house talking, but less is more when it comes to cleaning. Hard water definitely makes vinegar streakier, by the way... learned that the hard way after a particularly stubborn fridge door.
Yeah, I tried the baking soda paste thing on my stainless fridge, thinking it’d be “gentler”—ended up with weird streaks and a chalky feel. Sometimes I wonder if the “green” hacks are just more hassle than they’re worth. Has anyone actually had luck with those store-bought stainless sprays, or are they just overpriced water?
Sometimes I wonder if the “green” hacks are just more hassle than they’re worth.
I hear you—tried the “olive oil on a microfiber cloth” trick once. Smelled like a salad bar for days and still had fingerprints. Store-bought sprays do seem pricey, but honestly, I’ve had better luck with them (the Weiman one in particular). Not magic, but less streaky than my DIY experiments. Maybe the “hacks” just need a little more tweaking?
I get where you’re coming from—some of those “natural” tricks just don’t cut it, especially on stainless. I’ve had clients swear by vinegar and water, but I always wonder if that’s safe long-term for the finish. Has anyone actually seen damage from using DIY cleaners over time?
