Use 'scourer' when talking about tools for tough cleaning jobs, such as metal pads for pans.

Cleaning Context

Specify the type, like 'metal scourer', if it's crucial to know what the scourer is made of.

Material Specific

Avoid using 'scourer' for delicate cleaning, it implies roughness and can damage sensitive surfaces.

When referring to a person, 'scourer' emphasizes thorough and intense cleaning.

A 'scourer' can metaphorically refer to someone who removes unwanted things like crime.

Using 'scourer' for a person suggests they clean with great effort and possibly abrasiveness.