Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I've had a set of this cookware for 3 years now and use it every day. The best as far as I'm concerned. Some have complained about how it looks after being used and oxidation occurring saying it's "flaking". Stainless Steel is a metal not a coating. I just can't see how it can "flake" off. In the research I did on stainless cookware before I chose these I found that it's a common/normal thing that happens with this type cookware. Bar Keepers Friends does a fantastic job of restoring these to like new condition. I use mine every day and I've never done anything to be extra careful while doing so. I got them to cook for my family and that's what I do. These spots don't hinder the function of these at all, it's merely cosmetic. However, having said that if you want your pans to always look brand new and unused and don't want to use a "toxic" cleaner I suggest you do what I just did and use plain old household vinegar for the same results. If I can figure out how I will post a photo of before and after a couple minutes of vinegar. I just added a very small amount of vinegar, about 2 T probably, swished it around let it sit for a minute, applied a sponge, rinsed, dried and bam see next photo. Like new shiny. Yes it probably has a few scratches but that too is normal after 3 years of use I'd imagine.