January 30, 2024
Tips and Tricks for How to Clean Stainless Steel Mesh

Stainless Steel Maintenance

The cleaning frequency of stainless steel depends on four points;

  • The environment
  • Position of the stainless steel structure
  • Stainless steel surface finish and structure design
  • Client’s expectations

A rule of thumb for cleaning external stainless steel is when you clean the surrounding windows also clean the stainless steel.

How to Clean Stainless Steel Mesh

Wash the surface of the stainless steel (both surfaces if stainless steel mesh) with soap or mild detergent and warm water.  Rinse in clean cold water and dry. The guide below provides an outline of how to specify and clean external stainless steel mesh

A guide to specifying and cleaning external stainless steel

Source: ASSDA

Environment Grade 316
Clean Inland 6 - 12 Months
Clean Inland 6 - 12 Months
Polluted urban / Industrial 6 - 12 Months
Coastal / Marine (not splashed) 3 - 6 Months

Note: Rainwater is an effective natural cleaner, stainless steel that does not get rained upon will need more frequent cleaning.