There is Something About Stainless

The confident gleam and clean lines of stainless steel are disarming. As a kitchen accent or a complete look, stainless steel is timeless and modern, professional and inviting.   

Stainless, by the way, is metal alloy consisting of at least 10.5% chromium, and more than 50% iron. It looks bright because it reflects light. The chromium in the mix prevents corrosion. On it’s own, iron tends to rust, but the chromium in stainless reacts with oxygen, forming a “self-healing” chromium oxide film on the surface to repair mechanical or chemical damage. Nickel gives stainless its smooth, polished look, and molybdenum enhances the hardness.

You want a professional kitchen? Here it is. A Neff-designed culinary center fit for a master chef. The standard institutional-quality cabinet construction in this beauty will withstand a lifetime of canapés, casseroles, crepes and crème brulees.

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But, stainless is not just a pretty face as materials go. It’s high design that’s low maintenance…the ideal choice to take on a kitchen “career” for a number of reasons: 

• Stainless provides a hygienic surface because it is non-porous and won’t promote contamination.
• It’s a durable material that will stand the tests of time and wear. A stainless sink, for example, is not easily chipped, scratched or dented.
• It’s easy to clean and keep “new looking.” Just avoid abrasives, bleaches and ammonia.
• Stainless gives designer and homeowner alike a variety of design options. For a backsplash or countertop, try a sleek, smooth look. Restaurants often use stainless sheets because food spills and splashes can be easily wiped away. For a little more flair, stainless can be ribbed, hammered and quilted.
• Stainless sinks, countertops, backsplashes, range hoods will mesh nicely with your stainless appliances.  
• And, it’s recyclable.

But what if you long for the unmistakable gleam of stainless without going all the way? Consider stainless steel accent pieces. (Check out the surgical grade stainless steel accessories on this website, http://www.neff-of-chicago.com/gallery/gallery1/

under Extraordinary Accessories.)