Is this real stainless steel or is it a faux finish that will flake away over time? How does its weight feel when you hold it?
1994383
It's stainless, but the inner-workings are plastic.... for the money it's a good value and has worked flawlessly for me. The entire top is stainless, and has some weight to it. Once installed, it really looks just like the picture.
1994384
Hi Dave, Good question. It's Stainless steel. In fact, it's 304 stainless steel. Here is a quick read about 304 Stainless: Grade 304 is the standard "18/8" stainless; it is the most versatile and most widely used stainless steel, available in a wider range of products, forms and finishes than any other. It has excellent forming and welding characteristics. The balanced austenitic structure of Grade 304 enables it to be severely deep drawn without intermediate annealing, which has made this grade dominant in the manufacture of drawn stainless parts such as sinks, hollow-ware and saucepans. I hope that answers your question. Thanks! Michael Weir Kitchen-Classics
1994385
It is lighter weight than the Grohe I had before but it is adequate. And it sure works a lot better!
1994386
it is finished nicely, not sure if stainless steel, but looks like it and seems very durable.
1994387
Hi Dave, Good question. It's Stainless steel. In fact, it's 304 stainless steel. Here is a quick read about 304 Stainless:Grade 304 is the standard "18/8" stainless; it is the most versatile and most widely used stainless steel, available in a wider range of products, forms and finishes than any other. It has excellent forming and welding characteristics. The balanced austenitic structure of Grade 304 enables it to be severely deep drawn without intermediate annealing, which has made this grade dominant in the manufacture of drawn stainless parts such as sinks, hollow-ware and saucepans.I hope that answers your question.Thanks!Michael WeirKitchen-Classics Hi Dave, Good question. It's Stainless steel. In fact, it's 304 stainless steel. Here is a quick read about 304 Stainless:Grade 304 is the standard "18/8" stainless; it is the most versatile and most widely used stainless steel, available in a wider range of products, forms and finishes than any other. It has excellent forming and welding characteristics. The balanced austenitic structure of Grade 304 enables it to be severely deep drawn without intermediate annealing, which has made this grade dominant in the manufacture of drawn stainless parts such as sinks,... » Read More Hi Dave, Good question. It's Stainless steel. In fact, it's 304 stainless steel. Here is a quick read about 304 Stainless:Grade 304 is the standard "18/8" stainless; it is the most versatile and most widely used stainless steel, available in a wider range of products, forms and finishes than any other. It has excellent forming and welding characteristics. The balanced austenitic structure of Grade 304 enables it to be severely deep drawn without intermediate annealing, which has made this grade dominant in the manufacture of drawn stainless parts such as sinks, hollow-ware and saucepans.I hope that answers your question.Thanks!Michael WeirKitchen-Classics « Show Less
1994388
I don't see anything stamped on it. It matched the other items on our sink which is why we chose this one.
1994389
No worries. It's a solid product but does have a plastic mechanism inside. It won't fake away but the plastic may brake from heavy usage.
1994390
No problems. It is behaving quite nicely, feels the correct weight for its size. We are pleased.
2122347
Oh it is definitely stainless steel! Very heavy so you will need help installing it!
1639294
It is either an interesting veneer or a real good imitation made of plastic. Either way, so far it has kept my sterling flatware tarnish free. It does look good.
1734940
No. Magnets stick it, so its probably not stainless steel. Ive had mine for a month or 2, use it a few times each week to eat lunch at work. none of the black has not rubbed off and i havent seen and scrapes/scratches yet.
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I have had it for almost 3years. It is mounted under a granite counter top so i cant see it, but I can feel the back of it from under the sink and it feels rough. The front is smooth and shiny.
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Hansgrohe uses the term 'Steel Optik' which is confusing. I would say it is a stainless steel finish with a fine brush finish. Definitely not chrome or shiny. It matches well with my stainless sink and appliances. It doesn't look cheap like a lot of the low-end stainless steel appliances.
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It is fairly heavy convex stainless steel with a rubberized edge. If you try, you can kick it around but it stays in place remarkably well.
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It is not textured and I wouldn't recommend this product. It does not give a real stainless look.
1645411
Yes its real, heavy and stainless steel, but its not sharp and its only to hang in the room, not to destroy things with the sword or u can broke the sword, but its pretty big and heavy :)
473563
It feels like mostly plastic from the outside. It is around 2 pounds though. It is very high quality though and looks AMAZING! Very authentic look, and feels very nice as well.
72200
If it says stainless steel, it is. I have never heard of fake stainless steel. It is not painted on if that is what you mean.
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It's real metal. There is a sponge-like washer under the metal top that helps create a water tight seal, and the bolt and thread are made of plastic but the top that you actually see is metal. If you're wanting something that will match other stainless appliances and fixtures, this definitely will. We've been happy with it.
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While not a metal expert, it seems to be stainless steel. I use several times a day. It is still in great, like new, shape. Nothing has flaked off.(!) Nice kettle.
171841
yes it is real and you will be able to tell by the weight it is very sturdy real iron real wood and it is beautiful so you may not allow feet on it once you see it and the iron center gives you a place to place a glass without a coaster
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It feels like actual wood to me. It has been holding up pretty well so far, and I've had it for about seven months. My only complaint is the wheels don't sit flush. However I mostly keep it stationary so that doesn't bother me.
1968907
Not sure if it's stainless steel or what but it coated/painted black. It's smooth and not heavy at all. I love mine and it's working great so far.
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It feels like steel to me and it's black...I love mine...I always line it with tin foil though just for easy cleanup... Sara...