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Wipe all stains with a damp sponge. If any stain remains, apply Soft Scrub with a damp sponge, work in a circular motion and rinse. If the stain persists, saturate a cotton ball with nail polish remover, blot the remaining stain and rinse.

FOR STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES - Use any stainless steel cleaning product per the manufacturer’s direction. Repeat as needed.

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  • Cleaning Materials
    Soft Scrub or Zud Cleanser

    Use according to directions on packaging. Repeat as necessary until stain is removed.

    FOR STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES - Use any stainless steel cleaning product per the manufacturer’s direction. Repeat as needed.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Liquid Dish Soap
    Rubbing Alcohol
    Fels Naptha Bar Soap

    Add liquid dish soap to warm water. Wash the surface with paper towels to remove as much stain as possible. Saturate a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol and blot the remaining stain. If stain persists, rub a wet paper towel over Fels Naptha bar soap and apply the lather to the stain, work in a circular motion. Rinse with water. Repeat as needed.

    FOR STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES - Use any stainless steel cleaning product per the manufacturer’s direction. Repeat as needed.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Liquid Dish Soap
    All Purpose Cleaner
    Glass Cleaner Any Brand

    Use water, glass cleaner, all purpose cleaner or liquid dish soap to wash the surface. After washing, the surface should be wiped with a dry towel to remove chalk-like residue.

    FOR STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES - Use any stainless steel cleaning product per the manufacturer’s direction. Repeat as needed.

  • Cleaning Materials
    Zud Cleaner
    Soft Scrub Mild Abrasive Cleanser

    Use cleaning product according to manufacturer's directions on package. Repeat as needed.

    FOR STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES - Use any stainless steel cleaning product per the manufacturer’s direction. Repeat as needed

  • Cleaning Materials
    Simple Green Cleaner

    Use according to the directions on the container. Repeat as necessary until stain is removed.

    FOR STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES - Use any stainless steel cleaning product per the manufacturer’s direction. Repeat as needed

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We are happy to offer stain removal suggestions as a service to consumers. While our methods were tested successfully, we can't guarantee results. Test each suggestion on an inconspicuous area first. Consult a professional cleaner if needed. Recommended brands are effective, but others may work too. Methods are for adult use only. Check containers for use and warnings.

Call 800-272-9652 weekdays between 9 AM and 4 PM ET if you have further questions.

We are happy to offer stain removal suggestions as a service to consumers. While our methods were tested successfully, we can’t guarantee results. Test each suggestion on an inconspicuous area first. Consult a professional cleaner if needed.
Recommended brands are effective, but others may work too. Methods are for adult use only. Check containers for use and warnings.

Call 800-272-9652 weekdays between 9 AM and 4 PM ET if you have further questions.