Cleaning a stainless steel gastronorm: discover all our tips

Wash your gastronorm tray with soapy water

The gastronorm tray is the essential tool in a professional kitchen for storing and transporting food. Correctly washing these utensils is therefore important for health and safety, and keeping them in good condition can extend their lifespan.

Theadvantage of stainless steel bins is that they are easy to clean. Washing with soapy water is the simplest and most effective way to clean a stainless steel gastronorm. To clean a stainless steel gastronorm, you'll need :

  • A non-abrasive sponge or soft cloth
  • A cleaning product suitable for cleaning kitchen equipment (harmless to health, and not corrosive to your instruments)
  • Warm water

(If you don't have a food-safe soap-based cleaner, you can use washing-up liquid).

Clean a gastro tub with white vinegar and water

Gastro trays made of stainless steel are generally corrosion-resistant and of good quality, but they require regular maintenance to keep them in good condition for as long as possible.

The easiest way to clean a stainless steel gastronorm is to mix equal parts white vinegar and water, and use the mixture to create a natural cleaning solution. You can apply this solution to your pan, then wipe with a soft, clean cloth until the stains are completely removed.

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GN1/1 Stainless steel Gastronorm Tray Full H. 65 mm
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GN 1/1 stainless steel gastro tray

GN 1/1 Stainless steel Gastronorm Tray, Full H. 65 mm

BP11065
€10.56
Resistant to temperatures from -30°C to +300°C, this GN 1/1 stainless steel Gastronorm Tray is 65 mm deep. Our high-quality GN 1/1 stainless steel gastronorm tray is perfect for cooking, preserving, presenting and storing your food. It is available in six depths.
GN1/1 Stainless steel Gastronorm Tray Full H. 20 mm
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GN 1/1 stainless steel gastro tray

GN 1/1 Stainless steel Gastronorm Tray, Full H. 20 mm

BP11020
€8.18
Resistant to temperatures from -30°C to +300°C, this GN 1/1 stainless steel Gastronorm Tray is 20 mm deep. Our high-quality GN 1/1 stainless steel gastronorm tray is perfect for cooking, preserving, presenting and storing your food. It is available in six depths.

Use baking soda to clean gastro trays

Baking soda is a highly effective natural product for cleaning stainless steel surfaces. It's easy to find, affordable and environmentally friendly. Here's how to use baking soda to clean your stainless steel gastronorm tray.

To begin, you'll need to prepare a solution of a few spoonfuls of baking soda and warm water. Mix these ingredients until they form a homogeneous solution. Pour this solution onto your stainless steel tray.

Then rub the stainless steel tray with a cloth or non-abrasive sponge. When you've finished, rinse with plenty of clean water and dry thoroughly with a clean towel. Your gastronorm tray is now ready to use, shiny and spotless!

Now you know how to properly clean your stainless steel gastronorm with baking soda. For best results, follow these instructions carefully and apply them regularly!

Do stainless steel gastro trays need to be disinfected?

In some professional environments, disinfecting gastro tra ys is considered an essential step in ensuring optimum hygiene. For this reason, you need to follow certain instructions and use the appropriate products.

In particular, you must ensure that the disinfectant used is approved for this purpose and complies with the standards set by the competent authority. However, make sure that the concentration of the product is not too high, and follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Never use abrasive or corrosive products on a stainless steel gastro tub, as this may cause irreversible damage. The best thing to do is always to follow the manufacturer's advice and precautions, and check that the product is suitable for use on equipment that comes into contact with foodstuffs.

Disinfect your stainless steel container naturally with bleach

Bleach is an effective way of cleaning and disinfecting stainless steel gastronorm containers. To do this, simply dilute a suitable dose of bleach in enoughcold water, not hot water as you might think, as the corrosive properties of bleach combined with scalding water could damage your gastronorm tray.

Once the solution is ready for use, apply it to all surfaces of the gastronorm tray. Leave to stand for 5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with a non-abrasive sponge or cloth. Make sure that the rinse is clean and free from traces of water.

This method can be very effective for cleaning stainless steel gastronorm trays, especially if you live in an area with hard water. However, it's important to remember that you shouldn' t mix this solution with chemicals or acids. The gases escaping from this mixture can be extremely harmful.

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