With this long-lasting scouring pad, there's no need to worry about residual food particles as it rinses clean each and every time. The dark blue side retains its full scouring power through repeated uses because it's engineered to prevent large food particles from getting trapped on the pad. Use it on stainless steel pots and pans, cooking appliances, utensils, equipment, and any other surface where minimal scratching is desired. This scouring pad minimizes operator fatigue while making quick work of cleaning up your toughest messes. The sponge contains antimicrobial technology that resists the growth of odor-causing bacteria in the sponge.