The Vivaldi Collection is manufactured using '304
grade' or 'refrigerator grade' stainless steel fittings,
fixtures and frames. This grade has a high resistance
to rust and is therefore suitable for outdoor use.
Stainless steel is virtually maintenance free, is
non-corrosive and provides the perfect complement
to teak and Batyline®.
To maintain the stainless steel on your Vivaldi
product, simply wipe down with a cloth. Scars or
scratches can be removed using a nylon kitchen scourer.
| Problem |
Cleaning
agent |
Comments |
| Routine
Cleaning
All finishes |
Soap
or mild detergent and water (Preferably warm) |
Sponge,
rinse with clean water, wipe dry if necessary.
Follow polish lines. |
| Fingerprints
All finishes |
Soap
and warm water or organic solvent (eg acetone,
alcohol, methylated spirits) |
Rinse
with clean water and wipe dry. Follow polish
lines. |
| Stubborn
Stains and Discolouration.
All finishes. |
Mild
cleaning solutions, eg. Jif, specialty stainless
steel cleaners. |
Use
rag, sponge or fibre brush (soft nylon or
natural bristle. An old toothbrush can be
useful). Rinse well with clean water and wipe
dry. Follow polish lines. |
| Lime
Deposits from Hard Water. |
Solution
of one part vinegar to three parts water. |
Soak
in solution then brush to loosen. Rinse well
with clean water. |
| Oil or
Grease Marks.
All finishes. |
Organic
solvents (eg. acetone, alcohol, methylated
spirits, proprietary "safety solvents"). Baked-on
grease can be softened beforehand with ammonia. |
Clean
after with soap and water, rinse with clean
water and dry. Follow polish lines. |
| Rust
and other Corrosion Products.
Embedded or Adhering "Free Iron". |
Rust
stains can be removed by adding one part of
nitric acid to nine parts of warm water. Leave
for 30 to 60 minutes, then wash off with plenty
of water, and flush any drains thoroughly.
See also previous section on Passivating. |
Rinse
well with clean water. Wear rubber gloves,
mix the solution in a glass container, and
be very careful with the acid. (see Precautions
for acid cleaners) |
| Dark
Oxide From Welding or Heat Treatment. |
"Pickling
Paste" or pickling solutions given previously. |
Must
be carefully rinsed, and use care in handling
(see Precautions for acid cleaners). |
| Scratches
on Polished (Satin) Finish. |
Slight
scratches - use impregnated nylon pads. Polish
with scurfs dressed with iron-free abrasives
for deeper scratches. Follow polish lines.
Then clean with soap or detergent as for routine
cleaning. |
Do
not use ordinary steel wool - iron particles
can become embedded in stainless steel and
cause further surface problems. Stainless
steel and "Scotch-brite" scouring pads are
satisfactory |
