How to Clean Chrome Taps and other Fixtures

Taps, shower heads, towel racks, hinges - and that's just indoors! Chrome is super common as a durable option for many household items. When clean, chrome can look shiny appealing, however chrome can have the opposite effect when covered with mineral deposits and/or limescale.

Product recommendations for chrome differ depending on the state in which the surface is in...and as always, TEST!! Test in a small area first and rinse thoroughly.

For a General Clean (little to no limescale or mineral deposits)

We recommend Bar Keepers Friend MORE Spray & Foam as our gentlest formula, this is also a good place to start if unsure or if you have not used BKF on this type of surface before.

What you'll need:
- Bar Keepers Friend MORE Spray & Foam
- Scrub Daddy or Light-grade pad
- Dry cloth (lint free)

Instructions:
Step 1:
Spray directly onto the chrome surface if possible, otherwise spray your pad or sponge. We recommend a light-grade pad or Scrub Daddy rinsed with lukewarm water for best results.

Step 2: Clean! Scrubbing in small circles works best. 

Step 3:  Rinse well, then use a clean, dry cloth to wipe down and shine the surface.

Step 4: Job done!

For a Tougher Job (moderate to heavy limescale and/or mineral deposits)

We recommend Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser, as a step up from the MORE Spray & Foam, the Soft Cleanser is a great option for most metal alloys.

What you'll need:

- Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser
- Scrub Daddy or Light-grade pad
- Dry cloth (lint free)

Instructions:
Step 1:
Rinse Scrub Daddy or light-grade pad in water.

Step 2: Apply Soft Cleanser to pad or sponge.

Step 3: Scrub in small circles - some elbow grease may be required.

Step 4:  Rinse surface well, removing any product residue.

Step 5: With a clean, dry cloth to wipe down the surface.

Still not cutting it?
If the surface has super tough staining, AND you have already tried the Soft Cleanser, you may want to step up to the powdered Cleanser. As always though, test in a small area first and rinse thoroughly.
Happy Cleaning!

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How to Clean Chrome Taps and other Fixtures
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