Don’t use abrasive, alcohol-based, acid or solvent-based cleaners on brushed nickel. These cleaners can damage the finish. Although vinegar does contain acid, you can dilute it for use on stubborn mineral deposits if other methods haven’t worked.
Likewise, can you use CLR on brushed nickel?
The CLR Bathroom & Kitchen can be used on faucets/taps made of chrome or stainless steel and should not be used on any other finishes including, but not limited to bronze, oil rubbed bronze, nickel, brushed nickel, brass or copper.
Similarly one may ask, what is the best way to clean brushed nickel?
Directions for Cleaning Brushed Nickel Fixtures:
- Apply Simple Green Pro HD. Spray Simple Green Pro HD Heavy-Duty Cleaner onto the surface.
- Scrub. Use a wet, soft toothbrush to scrub, paying close attention to crevices.
- Rinse. Rinse the fixture with clean water or thoroughly wipe down with a damp cloth.
- Dry. …
- Polish.
How do you restore brushed nickel?
Spray a cotton swab with glass cleaner or hard-surface cleaner to clean hard-to-reach areas, such as where the faucet and sink meet. Dry the fixtures with a soft rag or chamois cloth. Rub quickly back and forth to buff the nickel to a shine. Spread a coat of paste wax, such as car wax, on dry fixtures every four weeks.
Is vinegar better than CLR?
Based on a pH comparison and the acid concentration of CLR vs vinegar, I estimate that pure CLR is about 15 times more effective at dissolving calcium than household vinegar. In other words, 1 cup of pure CLR is as effective as a whole gallon of vinegar.
Is Brushed nickel hard to keep clean?
Brushed nickel is extremely durable and tends to keep its finish longer than chrome. It doesn’t show fingerprints or water spots and is easy to clean.
How do you remove calcium deposits from faucets?
With Vinegar: Wrap a bag or cloth covered in vinegar around your faucet. Keep it there for several hours and wipe down the surface when you’re done. Vinegar and baking soda can also be combined to make a paste for scrubbing calcium deposits.
