Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A large stainless steel fridge in a kitchen - Sergey02/Getty Images With their sleek designs and smooth finishes, stainless steel ...

Stainless steel is one of the most popular materials for appliances, counters, and sinks in a home because it is durable and affordable. Although promoted as "stainless," there are several ways the ...

Despite its name, stainless steel can rust. The material is actually an iron alloy made of several metals, including chromium, that forms a chromium-oxide layer on its surface. That layer prevents ...

Stainless steel pots, pans, and silverware are highly coveted because of their durability; when properly maintained, kitchenware made of this metal alloy can last a lifetime and beyond. But the ...