Why is Stainless steel called what it is called? Because, it doesn’t stain that easily as compared to the normal steel. The invention of stainless steel was in itself an accident when a scientist accidentally dropped chromium in the mixture. So, not all accidents are bad. Not staining in itself is a big advantage and good enough reason for you to buy stainless steel. All home accessories at my home are stainless steel made. Especially, the stainless steel sink is worth a mention as it was bought 12 years ago and is still there and probably will be there for a decade more.