The stainless steel used in the manufacture of all Target Catering Equipment's commericial catering equipment is quality 304 grade stainless steel.  This is an extremely durable and stain resistant material. There are quidelines which should be followed in caring for your stainless steel catering equipment.

Stainless steel catering equipment is very easy to clean.  Simply wash using soap or mild detergent and warm water and a soft cloth or sponge.  It is important that surfaces are rinsed and dried off after use in order to prevent any possible alkaline build-up as a result of hard water.  Should any deposits build-up then these should be removed by the use of a mild, non-abrasive cleaning product - again, ensure that it is thoroughly rinsed off afterwards.

Avoid Using - will cause pitting and staining

• abrasive cleaning materials
• scouring pads
• steel wool

Rinse Off As Soon As Possible

• photographic developing liquids
• bleach, caustic soda, strong clorine based cleaners
• strong acids
• kitchen salt or saline solutions

Avoid Prolonged Contact

• citrus fruit juices
• vinegar
• salt

Avoid Direct Contact - will cause discolouration

• rough, hot and wet pots and pans

Points To Rememeber

• steel wool not only scratches stainless steel but will leave tiny particles of metal in the grain which will in turn develop into rust spots - it is the fragments of the steel wool that is rusting not the stainless steel catering equipment
• if discolouration occurs it can be removed by rubbing gently in line with the metal grain direction using a fine nylon type abrasive pad
• oil and grease marks can be successully removed by using hydrocarbon solvents (methylated spirit, isopropyl alcohol or acetone)
• stubborn stains, light rust staining and light discolouration can be removed by using a mild non-scratching cream or polish which should be applied with a soft cloth or sponge and rinsed off