All About Stainless Steel Cutlery

Since ancient times, people's lives have changed from year to year, tools of labor, household items, tableware and, of course, kitchen utensils, especially cutlery, have been improved. Now you will not find a house where there is no stainless steel spoon or fork, because this is a necessary thing for every family. Let's try to deepen your knowledge on this issue, understand the very concept of "stainless steel", share how to use cutlery correctly, and how to clean them.

In 1932, the German firm WMF invented a special alloy of steel, chromium and nickel. Metals were used in certain proportions. The compound possessed 18 parts of chromium and 10 parts of nickel. The company formally recorded this composition, and it received the name Cromargan or alloy 18/10. From this alloy, WMF began to produce cutlery.

It was a breakthrough in the manufacture of kitchen utensils: the metal gave stainless steel products a characteristic shine, did not allow rust. Despite the progress, it is this composition that is the best option for the manufacture of kitchen products. Stainless steel spoons and forks have a silvery tint and are hygienic in use.

The stainless steel cutlery set is usually for 6 people and consists of 24 pieces.Naturally, these devices are not enough for a solemn and stylish table setting, and they are complemented by salad pairs, a ladle for pouring the first course, a fork for cutting meat or fish, a knife and a cake spatula. It is customary to buy additional devices in the same design style, with the same design solutions.

Manufacturers always meet customers halfway. Serving cutlery made of stainless steel is made quickly, easily, since the alloy is able to take various forms without losing strength. The disadvantage of purchasing additional devices is that it will not be possible to immediately pick up serving items in the desired design, they are made to order. But the collected collection can serve you for about 25 years, and delight you and your loved ones with beauty and shape. Firms and companies engaged in the manufacture of stainless steel products often use additional design:

• silver plating;

• gilding finish;

• artistic painting.

As a rule, standard fixtures are completely silver, but sometimes you can find truly designer works of art. Such sets are suitable for those who have a multi-colored kitchen and want to further highlight its brightness and saturation.

For example, in stainless steel products, colored handles may be present, while their color is any: yellow, red, blue and many others. If the devices are purchased as a set, then the manufacturer packs the goods using beautifully designed cases made of leather, metal, velvet. In children's series, forks and spoons are decorated brightly and interestingly, complemented with colored inserts and drawings.

When choosing stainless steel items, you need to pay attention to the ease of use of the device. The length of the spoon handle should not be too long, and the depth - shallow, you should be comfortable and pleasant to eat.

Many manufacturers are fond of making fancy-shaped spoons, forks and knives, but such devices are impractical, they are not in demand. Not particularly popular are those cutlery that are overly decorated with stucco on the handles. Usually, it would be better to choose pens with drawings, small ornaments, or smoothly sanded.

Germany tops the rating for the production of stainless steel cutlery.

• Wilkens for over 200 years he has been passionate about the production and design of kitchen items. Manufactures prestigious dining equipment from high quality steel. This company is known all over the world.

• WMF company for the manufacture of luxury cutlery uses the patented alloy Cromargan 18/10. The products of this company are distinguished by impeccable quality; the goods are manufactured in Germany, at their own factories. Many collections have received design awards.

• In the German "heart" of knife making, Solingen, the company is located Wuesthof, which has been operating since 1814. Knives bearing the mark of this city have enjoyed worldwide recognition for many centuries. In addition, the devices themselves, called Solingen, are some of the best.

Italy is famous for its hospitality, so noisy feasts of relatives and friends are accompanied by high-quality table setting and a variety of dishes. Since ancient times, Italian craftsmen have been leading the way in the production of forks, knives and spoons.

The Italian company EME is a manufacturer of the highest class serving items. The company specializes in the production of serving items for kitchens and restaurants, and is one of the ten favorite firms that flourish in this business.

But the creation of tableware for table setting in the Czech Republic has its own chronicle. You cannot serve a solemn event without high-quality cutlery and other attributes made in the Czech Republic. at the Nadoba company. These products have been popular in Europe and beyond for centuries, have an excellent reputation, and are currently successfully promoted in a large consumer market.

Domestic metallurgical factories produce excellent and modern cutlery in various designs. Among Russian manufacturers, the most popular are "Nytva", "Pavlovo". Has an important cultural and historical significance "Pavlovsk plant of art metal products". The main goal of the plant is to bring customers joy from a perfectly served table and enjoyment of using appliances.

The plant began to operate in 1890, and during this time it has deservedly received more than one award, the respect of competitors in the market and the commitment of customers to products. Products meet GOST, are made from ecological materials, withstand safety and comfort tests.

Stainless steel appliances do not need complicated maintenance: they can be washed in the dishwasher with a gel detergent.

If the appliances are very dirty, and this is especially true for appliances with complex decor and small teaspoons, they are soaked in hot water with soap or baking soda, and boiled for about 20 minutes. After a while, the surface of the spoons and forks is cleaned with a soft brush, especially between the teeth.

If your cutlery is darkened, you need to soak it for 10 minutes in a chlorine-containing aqueous solution: about 1⁄4 cup bleach for three liters of water. After that, rinse well in running cool water and dry.

To remove old stains on cutlery, you must mix edible salt and liquid soap to form a paste. Rub the dirty places of the devices with an old toothbrush and rinse with running cold water. If the dirt is not completely removed, soak the brush in vinegar and rub the dirty areas. Then rinse and wipe dry.

You need to store spoons, knives, forks in separate boxes, especially for knives. Thus, children will not reach the devices, which will avoid injuries, and the dishes themselves will retain their original appearance for a long time.

For information on how to clean stainless steel dishes in 5 minutes, see the next video.