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Steel wool pads can go rusty easily. Making them last longer is not only budget-minded, it's ensuring that you get the most out of what you have purchased. Here are some ways to keep steel wool pads in good condition longer.
Steps
Fill a small jar halfway with water.
Add a good shake of baking soda. Shake well.
Keep the steel wool in the jar. Make sure that the water covers it completely.
Keep the lid on the jar to prevent evaporation of the water. Keep this jar handy to wherever the steel wool is used regularly.
Squeeze well prior to each reuse. Change the water regularly to prevent it from going murky or slimy.
Community Q&A
- QuestionHow can I prevent my SOS pads from rusting?
Community AnswerSOS pads have a limited life span and eventually get some rust build up. To delay rust problems, never leave the pad sitting in a dish pan of water, wet dishes, or metal pots. Use a brush for removing large food particles and save your SOS pads for really tough spot-cleaning jobs (e.g. scalded milk). This means there will be less food residue to wash out and more of the "teeth" of the metal pad will be free to remove burned on residue. Soaking pots first in baking soda and water helps. Always blot the SOS pad dry and set it on an airy plastic mesh to dry further, or hang it to air dry with a plastic clip.
Tips
- You can cut steel wool in half to make it go further and last longer. You can store the unused portion in a dry place. In cutting the steel wool, your scissors get a good sharpening.[1]Thanks
Warnings
- Avoid using steel wool on stainless steel; it can cause rust spots.Thanks
References
- ↑ Cleaning Tips.net, Make Steel Wool Go Further
- Wikipedia on Steel Wool.
- Cold water method adapted from Thrifty Fun, Keeping Steel Wool Pads from Rusting.
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