Stainless steel is a metal that consists of chromium and some nickel alloys. It is commonly found in the following items:
Flatware
Kitchen Utensils
Auto Parts
Equipment
Some Jewelry
Its strength and versatility gives makes it a widely used material.
When a stainless steel item is exposed to a brushed finish it is referred to as brushed stainless steel. Choosing to have a brushed finished applied to stainless steel leaves the material with a dull, mat look that does not reflect light, but is desired in certain design styles.