"Sounds weird, I know...but trust me, it works wonders."
Haha, olive oil? Never would've guessed that one. Knowing my luck, I'd end up with a salad dressing situation all over my fridge door...but hey, anything beats those streaky vinegar disasters. Might just brave it next cleaning day.
Haha, olive oil definitely works, but it's all about moderation. Learned that the hard way when I got a little too enthusiastic and my fridge ended up looking ready for roasting potatoes. The trick is using just a tiny dab on a soft cloth and buffing it gently—works great for stainless steel. If you're worried about the salad dressing scenario, coconut oil is another good one that's a bit easier to manage. Plus, your kitchen smells like vacation afterward, so that's a bonus. Either way, still beats those chemical sprays that leave behind that weird residue you can never quite buff out.
"Either way, still beats those chemical sprays that leave behind that weird residue you can never quite buff out."
Yeah, those sprays are a pain. I've seen clients ruin perfectly good stainless steel appliances with them—especially when they spray directly onto the surface instead of the cloth. Personally, I stick to diluted white vinegar for most jobs. Smells a bit sharp at first, but it fades fast and leaves zero residue. Plus, it's cheap and always in the pantry anyway...
Vinegar's definitely handy, but have you ever noticed it being a bit harsh on certain finishes? I've got an old 1920s stove with some delicate enamel work, and even diluted vinegar started dulling the surface after a few uses. Maybe it's just the age of my appliances, but I've found that plain old dish soap and warm water actually works better—gentle enough not to damage the finish, but still cuts through grease surprisingly well. Plus, no lingering vinegar smell (which, I admit, fades quickly, but still...). I get the dislike for chemical sprays, though; I tried one once on my fridge and it left streaks I swear took weeks to fade. Anyone else tried something mild like castile soap or baking soda paste instead? Curious how those stack up compared to vinegar...
You're spot on about vinegar being a bit harsh sometimes—I noticed the same thing when cleaning up an old porcelain sink. Baking soda paste worked surprisingly well for me, gentle enough yet effective. Might be worth giving it a shot on your stove enamel...
