I just posted on the other thread you asked this question. Our current range used in the cooking school is a 60" over 6 months old, with no signs of rust now or in the past.

If you watch the videos on our dedicated Bluestar websites you will see a cooktop that is used more than anyone in a residence could possibly use it.

The gloss finished grates are not available at this time.

I think the grates look better over time.

Here is a link that might be useful: Bluestar Videos

Hi there, I cannot get the video you are speaking of, when I hit the green button, it goes to a different screen. Is it the same video that is on the BLuestar site with the oriental chef stir frying in the reno appliance showroom? What happened to the gloss finished grates? Thank you.

My Bluestar rangetop is 2 years old now, and we don't have a speck of rust on it. We clean our grates in the DW periodically, and spot clean when needed. We don't oil them at all.

I wouldn't want the shiny grates- they would show every tiny splatter and streak. The matte black top of the Bluestar is one of it's best features because it always looks clean, even when it's far from it.

When the new page opens you will see all the videos. These videos are not on any other site.

Bluestar are still perfecting the gloss grates.

Trevor - This if the first time I'm seing these videos. Really nice job. For me the most compelling so far is the difference in boil pattern on the three ranges. Impressive.

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Thank you for the compliment :).

My intention with these videos is to provide visual information so customers know what I say on the phone is true and not just sales talk, also it makes it harder for customers to be misled by salesman promoting other brands with untruths and myths.

The Open vs Sealed video truly shows that the Bluestar burner can not be beat for heat, simmer or flame distribution.

The videos also clearly show that we do all we can for customers prior to the sale, during the sale and after the sale.

I really think the videos will help customers decide if Bluestar is right or wrong for them.

Finally I was able to watch the video. Thank you.