Waterproof material is stain-resistant and ideal for use in medical settings, kitchens, and gyms where there is a risk of contamination or infection spread. As concerns about germ transmission rise during outbreaks like coronavirus, the need for clean surfaces increases. Passivation is a metal finishing process that uses nitric acid or citric acid to remove free iron from stainless steel surfaces. This creates a protective oxide layer that prevents corrosion and makes passivated stainless steel resistant to rust. Industry standards define passivation as the process of making stainless steel corrosion-resistant through controlled oxidation. There are three main types of passivation based on the chemical used: nitric acid, nitric acid with sodium dichromate, or citric acid.