How to clean KitchenAid porcelain stains?

[blockeight88]

I don't want to damage the porcelain, but there appears to be some hard water deposits or perhaps detergent that has sat too long and embedded into the finish. All purpose cleaner and a good scrub with a microfiber towel didn't seem to work. What is the safest way to remove this? I tried my best to capture it on a photo. Not too noticeable unless the light is right.

 

[combo52]

Doesn’t look like a stain

Does it feel rough to your fingernail? It’s more likely that the porcelain finish is etched in which case there’s not much you can do about it. You could try painting a little clearcoat over it if it is etched.

John

 

[blockeight88]

When I rub my fingernail over it, I can feel a little texture, but it pretty much seems etched on there, like you said. What is this? I notice it on my other machine as well.

 

[qsd-dan]

You can try CLR or another cleaner and see if it will disappear. I've successfully used rubbing compound on porcelain (too aggressive for paint) for stains like that. Just start out with light pressure and slowly increase while looking for any wear/damage to the finish.

 

[blockeight88]

rubbing compound

I have some of this stuff. Do you think it will work?

 

[DADoES]

 
Porcelain isn't paint(ed).

 

[blockeight88]

^

What do you recommend?

 

[qsd-dan]

"I have some of this stuff. Do you think it will work?"

Yep, give it try. Just use 100% cotton, like an old t-shirt/sock, and go at it light slow, then increase pressure.

 

[blockeight88]

Ok, I'll try it and report back. Thank you.

 

[whitewhiskers]

Most likely Bar Keeper's Friend was splashed on the porcelain top. If it's not rinsed off it will permanently etch a porcelain surface.

 

[blockeight88]

The 3D compound was unsuccessful in removing the stains. On a positive note it did make things nice and shiny. I guess I have to live with this or do the clear coat method.

 

[ragnboneman]

Sometimes a mild acid will remove stains
Dilute phosphoric acid is a well known grout cleaner ( naval jelly )

A bleach might work ( not with acids ! )
Try peroxide, dish soap and a base like baking soda

 

[combo52]

This does not look like a stain. It looks like etching.

You can’t remove etching unless you have the ability to polish glass

John.

 

[blockeight88]

I tried baking soda and peroxide already... no results. I'll have to live with it. What exactly is "etching" just so I know for future reference?

 

[DADoES]

 
It's etching/damage to the porcelain, not a stain.

 

[blockeight88]

Bummer. Oh well. I will probably just leave it alone. Should I use John's method, would I just spray a little of this stuff over the damaged areas? Any prep needed?

 

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[maytaga806]

Since it won’t come out no matter what, It’s time for some touch up paint, that’s if your really that concerned about it, it’s up to you. Whirlpool sells Appliance Brush Touchup in lil bottles, available in white as well as bisque for anyone else reading!

It’s a slightly costly bottle on Amazon, but I’m sure you could find it cheaper elsewhere online. After all, if it’s just that spot on the top, you’ll have the rest of the bottle for the future for your other white machines!

Here is the link for some: https://a.co/d/09z6Shwz

 

[blockeight88]

If I sprayed this over the damaged areas would it be noticeable?

 

[kalanikaau1]

I know that this does not answer your question, but the top and lid on this Speed Queen which I recently overhauled had multiple discolorations just like your machine does.

The only resolution was to have both parts powder-coated.