Stainless Steel Cleaner, 180g

Name: Tiara Stainless Steel Cleaner, 180g
Brand: Tiara
SKU: 9500
Rating: 3.5 (8 reviews)

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Code: TIA180

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Tiara Stainless Steel Cleaner is specially formulated to clean and maintain stainless steel.

It effectively removes surface contamination and (provided the material is not heavily pitted) restores damaged, corroded and unsightly stainless steel to its original shiny finish making your items last longer.

The passive layer
Stainless steel owes its corrosion resistance to a microscopic film called the passive layer. It can be compared to a skin protecting the human body. Unfortunately, this layer is 1/100th times thinner than a human hair and is easily damaged, e.g. when using abrasives to clean stainless steel. Once the passive layer is damaged or removed, it takes approximately 10-14 days for it to reform. Within this timeframe, the material is exposed to the elements and is vulnerable to contaminants such as chlorides and ferrites which can now attack the material more readily.

Maintenance
Stainless steel is "stainless" and not "stain-free". Proper maintenance by periodic cleaning with water will ensure that surface contaminants that will otherwise corrode the material over time are removed. Once the stainless steel has discoloured (i.e. surface rust or "tea staining" is visible), a deep clean is necessary to remove the contaminants in order to stop further corrosion. Tiara Stainless Steel Cleaner will restore the product to its original state without affecting the passive layer (provided the material is not beyond repair due to pitting). NEVER use steel wool, scourers or other abrasives to clean stainless steel. When facing stubborn spots or highly corroded areas where a cloth is ineffective, use Tiara Non-Scratch Fleece which will not affect/scratch the passive layer.

Tiara Stainless Steel Cleaner vs. other cleaners
There is a large selection of so called stainless steel cleaners ranging from sprays to pastes. Sprays are popular as they are easily applied to the surface and spread with a cloth. These products shine the material more than they clean and leave a mineral oil deposit making the steel look dark. Furthermore, this oil film stops the material from contact with the oxygen needed to nurture the passive layer. Abrasive pastes are also popular and although they are able to eliminate scratches, they alter the surface layer and remove the passive layer as a result. Tiara Stainless Steel Cleaner ensures that the surface is properly cleaned without affecting the passive layer, removing contaminants as well as surface rust leaving a bright, smooth surface that is in contact with oxygen. A smooth surface ensures that even water (with its minerals and salts) breaks away easily. Always rinse/wipe the product off properly with clean water to ensure a clean surface. A clean, well-maintained surface is the best way to protect stainless steel.
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3.5 out of 5 stars from 8 reviews

6 out of 8 people would recommend this product

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Review by Norman G. on 22 September 2014

I've been using the Tiara stainless steel cleaner for a while with spectacular results in a number of applications. The stainless steel rail on my outside driveway gate, the stainless steel table attached to my outside braai, and the surface of my 900mm gas hob. I guess each of these is exposed to different elements, but the outdoor steel takes a bit of a beating from the weather - I live 3-4km fr Read more

I would recommend this product to a friend.

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Review by Jan S. on 13 January 2013

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I have tried many products and advice, this product is the best for stainless steel.

I would recommend this product to a friend.

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Review by Patricia T. on 27 September 2018, 1 month after purchase

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My pots and pans are marks free, thanks to this product.

I would recommend this product to a friend.

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Review by Kerry B. on 18 January 2014, 11 days after purchase

Verified Owner

Product does not live up to it's promises, which is most surprising, given that every other product works like a dream. Perhaps I'm not using it correctly although I have followed the instructions to the "T".

I would recommend this product to a friend.

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Review by Terry B. on 12 February 2018, 14 days after purchase

Verified Owner

My hob is fairly new and it gets wiped down after use and first thing in the morning. I bought the product in the hope it would remove a couple of marks and stains but it didn't help. Did get a nice finish following the instructions and it will doubtless shine up my kettle & toaster quite nicely.

I would not recommend this product to a friend.

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Review by Arshad P. on 12 November 2018, 4 days after purchase

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My wife had an accident with our stainless steel top stove leaving a brown unsightly burn mark. I tried a few home remedies and it didn’t work. I tried some plush stainless steel cleaner and that did sweet nothing, much like government. I was feeling depressed. The Rand was weakening, the rain not coming. It felt like Zuma again. I then left work early, it was a Monday, and tried this stuff. Man Read more

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Review by Alain H. on 1 March 2020, 13 days after purchase

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I have been using this product for years, and it is incredible: it removes stains and rust marks that other cleaners are unable to shift, even on external surfaces exposed to sea air.

I would recommend this product to a friend.

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Review by Linda M. on 24 April 2013, 9 days after purchase

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Have had better results with other similar products.

I would not recommend this product to a friend.

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