Can’t decide on black Matte vs stainless Steel/brushed nickel faucet
Nancy Pearsoll
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Searching for comparison of 'clean steel' vs stainless steel
Comments (3)"Clean steel" is a lower grade magnetic stainless that is then clear coated. The clear coat can be scratched off, and the stainless underneath can rust, especially if exposed to harsh cleaners. Actual stainless can also scratch, but as the metal itself is teh final finish, it can be buffed out if you really want to take the time and trouble. In appearance, the clean steel is more matte and a slightly yellower color than real stainless. Clean steel fridges also come with black sides and handles versus grey sides and stainless handles for the real stainless. That's the BIG appearance difference and sways most people to the real stainless....See Morebrushed nickel close enough to stainless?
Comments (9)The brushed or satin nickel finishes vary by manufacturer. I suggest you go to a plumbing supply house or big box store to find samples of all the finishes you're looking at from the same manufacturers. That's the only way you're going to determine how they will look together. Faucetman886, I have never heard that SS was more difficult to keep clean than BN where plumbing fixtures are concerned...especially satin/brushed SS. Quite the contrary, with BN, for example, you have to be careful what cleaning products you use b/c some products will damage a BN finish. I have not heard the same for SS. BTW...It has been recommended several times that you do not get a BN strainer for the very reason I stated above...from those who learned the hard way. I have both SS & BN plumbing fixtures and other than being careful about cleaning products on the BN, I have not noticed any differences in care & upkeep. [I have SS sinks, air switches, GD flange, & strainers and BN faucets & SDs.]...See MoreWhat finish for faucet with brushed nickel pulls/knobs?
Comments (7)Would adding a polished nickel light fixture be too much? I'm considering one from Restoration hardware. Unfortunately I can't see it in person, can just order online.. If I do that then I'd have 3 metal finishes in my tiny kitchen! Unless I choose a nickel finish for the faucet.....See MoreMatt Black or Brushed Nickel Bathroom Sink Faucet?
Comments (15)What did you end up doing? I'm debating the same thing now for our powder room. It already has a white pedestal sink. We are painting the bathroom a very light beige and replacing all the current chrome with either brushed nickel or black (vanity light, towel ring, TP holder and faucet) and I can't decide which....See MoreMaggie T
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