What does chromium and nickel content mean?
Chromium and nickel content refers to the percentage of chromium and nickel in the stainless steel sheet. Chromium gives stainless steel its luster & durability, while the nickel provides the hardness & strength. 18/10 Stainless Steel means that it contains 18% Chromium or Chrome and 10% Nickel. A sink with a 18/10 chrome-nickel content is considered to be an excellent grade due to its resistance to corrosion and enhanced durability.