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Is Kitchen Grease & Oil Cleaner safe on stainless steel?Updated 12 days ago

TL;DR: Yes. Kitchen Grease & Oil Cleaner is safe on stainless steel appliances, cooktops, rangehoods, splashbacks, and BBQs. Spray, wipe in the direction of the grain with a soft cloth like a Swedish Dishcloth, rinse, then buff dry with a clean cloth for a streak-free finish. Scrubby Pads are fine on brushed stainless with light pressure. Skip Diamond Sponges and steel wool on polished or mirror-finish stainless, they can leave fine scratches.


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How do I use it on stainless steel?

Yes. Koh Kitchen Grease & Oil Cleaner is safe on stainless steel appliances, cooktops, rangehoods, splashbacks, sinks, and BBQs. Method: spray Kitchen Grease & Oil Cleaner directly onto the stainless steel surface (or onto a Swedish Dishcloth first for small areas); wipe in the direction of the grain (the fine lines in the steel) with a soft cloth like a Swedish Dishcloth or non-abrasive Dish Sponge; rinse with clean water; buff dry with a clean, dry cloth for a streak-free finish. Wiping with the grain instead of across or against it is the key to streak-free results because stainless steel has a directional grain.

✓ The streak-free method

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Spray. Spray Kitchen Grease & Oil Cleaner onto the surface, or onto a Swedish Dishcloth first for controlled application on small areas.

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Wipe. Wipe with a soft cloth in the direction of the grain (the fine lines you can see in the steel).

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Rinse. Rinse the surface with clean water.

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Buff. Buff dry with a clean, dry cloth to finish streak-free.

✓ Why the grain matters

Stainless steel has a directional grain, the fine lines you can see in the surface. Wiping with the grain lifts grease and marks cleanly. Wiping across or against it can trap residue in the fine grooves and leave streaks or a hazy finish.

Wipe with the grain Always rinse Buff dry

What tools should I use or avoid?

Most stainless steel in modern kitchens is brushed (visible grain). Polished or mirror-finish stainless is less common, mainly seen on some sinks, decorative trim, and commercial equipment. For everyday cleaning on either finish, soft cloths like Swedish Dishcloths and non-abrasive Dish Sponges are safe. For heavier grease buildup on brushed stainless, Scrubby Pads can be used with light pressure and always with the grain, the brushing pattern hides minor friction marks. Avoid Scrubby Pads, Diamond Sponges, and steel wool on polished or mirror-finish stainless because scratches show clearly and don't buff out. If you're unsure which finish you have, test in an inconspicuous spot like the back or side of an appliance first.

✓ Safe on both finishes

Soft cloths like Swedish Dishcloths and non-abrasive Dish Sponges. Always wipe with the grain.

Soft cloths Non-abrasive sponges

✓ Brushed stainless: Scrubby Pads OK

For heavier buildup on brushed stainless (most modern fridges, ovens, dishwashers, BBQs), Scrubby Pads are fine with light pressure and always with the grain. The brushing pattern hides minor friction marks. Test first if unsure.

Light pressure With the grain Test first

⚠ Polished stainless: stick to soft cloths

Skip Scrubby Pads, Diamond Sponges, and steel wool on polished or mirror-finish stainless (some sinks, decorative trim, commercial equipment). Scratches show clearly and don't buff out.

No Diamond Sponges No steel wool Soft cloths only

Why is it leaving streaks on my stainless?

Streaks on stainless steel after cleaning usually come from one of three things: too much product (residue dries on the surface before you can wipe it off), wiping across or against the grain instead of with it (traps residue in the grooves), or skipping the rinse and buff steps. Fix: use less product (spray onto the cloth first for small areas), always wipe with the grain, always rinse with clean water before drying, and finish by buffing with a clean dry cloth (a microfibre cloth or fresh Swedish Dishcloth works well). For stubborn water spots, a quick wipe with white vinegar after rinsing helps.

✓ Use less product

Too much product leaves residue. For small areas, spray onto a Swedish Dishcloth first, then apply.

✓ Wipe with the grain

Wiping across or against the grain traps residue in the fine grooves of the steel. Always wipe in the direction of the lines.

✓ Rinse and buff dry

Skipping the rinse and dry steps is the most common cause of streaks. Always rinse with clean water and buff dry with a clean cloth (a microfibre or fresh Swedish Dishcloth works well). For stubborn water spots, a quick wipe with white vinegar after rinsing helps.

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Kitchen Grease & Oil Cleaner

Safe on stainless steel appliances, cooktops, rangehoods, and BBQs. Sensitive Choice approved, Dermatest tested, Eczema Association recognised. Septic safe, made in Australia.

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Last reviewed: May 2026

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