Q: Pet sitters decided to use Bar Keepers Friend on my stainless steel refrigerator doors. (They said the internet told them this was how to clean them.) Both doors are now slightly discolored and have streaky spots. I have tried applying a light film of olive oil (more internet advice) as well as Weiman’s Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish, neither of which has removed the streaky shadows. Is there anything I can do to return the doors to their original streak-free state?

A: Many people have a love-hate relationship with their stainless steel appliances. They look sleek and elegant, but they’re also known for showing fingerprints and smears. It might seem like a good idea to use Bar Keepers Friend Cleanser to remove the marks. Around the top rim, the label lists a parade of suitable surf

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