Steel Wool
Estimated value as of 2026 · Retail prices from Home Depot, Lowe's, Walmart, and specialty suppliers for standard steel wool pads (12-16 pack multi-packs and single pads)
Steel wool pads are abrasive cleaning and finishing materials made from fine steel fibers, commonly used for polishing, sanding, and cleaning household surfaces.
Fun fact Steel wool grades are rated from #0 (coarse) to #0000 (ultra-fine), with the finest grades (#0000) used for delicate finishing work on wood and metal to achieve a high luster without scratching.
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