Cleaning and maintenance

This five-page handbook is a handy guide for both industrial and household stainless steel cleaning. Covers effective cleaning methods for routine cleaning, fingerprints and smears, stubborn stains and discoloration, grease, blood, burnt-on or baked-on foods, and grease and oil.
Source: Specialty Steel Industry of North America

The key to keeping stainless steel stainless clean is proper care and maintenance. In general, it's best to start with basic cleaning and work your way up as needed. With just a little effort, your appliance or countertop will shine on!
Source: the Spruce

Helpful advice and guidance on how to look after stainless steel.
Source: Southern Africa Stainless Steel Development Association

This publication will describe for designers, manufacturers and consumers various practices for cleaning stainless steel before, during and after fabrication. This includes methods for removing oxide scales resulting from hot-forming operations, thermal treatment, and welding and brazing; for removing free-iron contamination on stainless steel surfaces that may have been picked up from metalworking tools; for removing metal-forming lubricants and coolants; and for removing the general accumulation of dirt, grime, and surface stains that occur during normal storage, handling and fabrication.
Source: Nickel Institute

If you are looking for a bit more cleaning power or have some stains or streaks that are difficult to remove, here are some great DIY stainless steel cleaner recipes you can make at home to get your stainless-steel appliances and fixtures sparkling clean.
Source: Tips Bulletin