How Do You Restore Burnt Stainless Steel Pots?
Stainless steel is the most popular type of cookware because it is durable, versatile and simple to maintain, according to the online guide Only Cookware. Although stainless steel is resistant to scratches and dents, it can burn. When stainless steel burns, the conduction properties of the metal are reduced, causing the steel to take longer to heat up. While you can restore the appearance of a burnt stainless steel pot, a severely burnt pot may never conduct heat as it did originally. Remove any burnt-on food from the pot with a spoon. Gently scrape off the food to avoid damaging the pot. Pour 1 cup of water into the pot with the white vinegar and dish soap. Allow the solution to set in the pot for 24 hours. Put the pot on the stove over low heat, and use the spoon to gently loosen the remaining burnt-on food. Once you loosen most of the burnt food, dump the liquid out. Inspect the pot for remaining burn stains or food. If there is still burnt-on food or black stains, pour an even coat
