When we did our bathroom makeover last month one of the many changes we made was switching out the faucets. I’m just going to be honest, I was NOT sad to see the pink flower faucets go! I’m sure at some point in time they were super cool but not anymore. To bring the bathroom into the current decade I partnered with Price Pfister and picked out a very classic-style faucet. One of my favorite things about this faucet is the swivel spout, it makes rinsing out the sink much easier!
I’m really into the classic look of polished chrome right now because it’s so clean and bright. I know most people are intimidated by polished chrome because they think it’s hard to clean, and keep clean, so today I’m going to show you 2 simple tricks for how to clean chrome fixtures and keep them clean.
Here’s what you need:
- Microfiber cloth (this is the one I use)
- Rain-X
To clean the faucets all you need is a high quality microfiber cloth, I use the EnviroCloth because it’s by far the best. First dampen the cloth, then wring it out.
Next use the cloth to wipe down the entire faucet. Wipe down the handles, the spout, and don’t forget the back of the faucet and in between the handles.
You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to get all the water spots and fingerprints off, without any cleaning products!
Now that the chrome faucet is clean it’s time for a little trick to keep it clean! What’s the trick? Rain-X.
Rain-X is a fantastic product for repelling water off glass but it also works great on surfaces like polished chrome. Spray Rain-X onto the faucet and then use a clean, dry cloth to rub it all over, making sure to cover all the places we just cleaned.
I even sprayed a little in my sink to make it easier to get my daughter’s toothpaste off the porcelain. Let it dry and then test it out. After it was dry I poured water all over it to test it out. It was pretty cool to watch the water bubble up and vanish right before my eyes!
It’s pretty amazing isn’t it?! Now I’m able to enjoy my clean, shiny faucets and not have to stress about how to keep them clean!
This would probably work on most faucet finishes but I’ve never tried it on anything other than polished chrome. This is a great trick for the kitchen faucet too since it’s the most used faucet in the house!
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I would love to have the Sedgwick Pull down kitchen faucet. The pull down feature would be so useful.
Like rain x idea
Will micro rag work on hard water?
Everyone says use acidic solutions but I have marble, bad news
Thx Jeff
Hi, Jeff! This is Anna’s Assistant, Bethany. Anna uses these cloths and has had great results with them. The microfiber cloth should work on it’s own, but it depends on how long the hard water spots have been there. If the stain has been there a while, you may want to use vinegar or lemon juice (but you’ll first want to research whether or not it will damage the marble). First, get the microfiber cloth wet, then put vinegar or lemon juice on the hard water spots, and lay the cloth over the spots and let it set for 5 to 10 minutes. After it sets, try scrubbing the spots and that should remove the hard water spots. If you have any other questions, feel free to e-mail Anna! Here is the link for the microfiber cloths:
I have a question… do you know of a cleaning product that will safely clean a clear glass vessel sink? Mine has gotten a bit clouded over the years and I don’t want to scratch it by using the wrong cleaner. thanks
Hello Bev!
This post details how I’ve used rubbing alcohol to clear up cloudy glass.
https://askannamoseley.com/2014/02/how-to-clean-cloudy-glass-2/
I love the Catalina in the bath series, classic but yet has a little flair!
I would love to own the Ashfield 2-Handle, Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet. So pretty!
Parisa Single Control, Centerset Bath Faucet
I like the Clairmont design in Stainless Steel! Thanks!
Visited the site and I really like Nia 1-Handle, Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet, its so stylish and I like that the Spout swivels 360 degrees for maximum maneuverability
I would use this towards the Ashfield 1-Handle Kitchen Faucet
I would get the Glenfield Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet
I’ve used Butcher’s bowling alley wax on my porcelain and enamel sinks before, but never Rain-X. This sounds a lot easier (and less smelly) than my method! I wonder how brushed nickel faucets handle this treatment, though. We just completed our full bath gut and I want to keep it looking new as long as possible!
I like the Pfister Hand Held Showers-it would look AWESOME in my kids bathroom, and has the hand held shower head so we can wash our dogs.
I would choose Nia 1-Handle, Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet
I would get the Ashfield Widespread Bath Faucet.
Wow I would love to win the Sonterra 2-Handle Kitchen Faucet which would match the new Pfister faucets we installed in 2 of our bathrooms last month. I love the porcelain handles for our remodeled farm house.
The Savannah Tub & Shower Combo is very interesting to me.
I like the Declan Centerset Bath Faucet.
i like the fountain faucet
I love price phister quality fixtures. Beauty and durability–what more could a home ask for?
Ainsley pull down kitchen faucet would be my first choice, but there are so many others I like, too!
I would get the Selia 1-Handle, Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet.
Oh. My. Goodness.
I use rain x on my car and my lawn furniture, but I never thought to use it inside my home. It’s brilliant!
I think I like the glenfield pull down kitchen one…
What a GREAT idea! And I loved the Price Pfister faucets. Planning to remodel my kitchen soon.
I would choose the Ashfield 1-Handle, Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet.
Dear Anna,
I simply love your post but I am having one problem. I am getting old, I know but it is very difficult sometimes to read the light print font. If you could make it just a bit darker, it sure would help these old eyes. I have tried copying the whole post and paste it into word so I could darker it but I thought I would ask. Thank you so much and I hope you have a wonderful Mother’s Day!
Hello Carol!
I will take that under advisement. Thank you for being so sweet and I appreciate your loyal readership!
I would love to have the Elevate 1-Handle, Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet.
Love the maribelle widespread bath faucet.
Easy. The Sedgwick pull down.
It would be hard to choose, but I really like the Skye Centerset Bath Faucet. It’s very interesting looking!
I LOVE the pull out/pull down. Oh, yes, please!!
I’ll make my choice when I win as there are a lot of amazing faucets !!
I really like the Alina or Mystique kitchen faucet!
I love the Portland 1-Handle Kitchen Faucet! So pretty!
OMG, the Clairmont design in Stainless Steel! Thanks for hosting!!
Sedgwick one handle Pull down in Stainless steel. We are moving to a new house and need to remodel the kitchen. I would love this!
I NEED new fixtures in my house! I cant tell you what I would want because the link says the website is “forbidden” not sure what exactly that means……..
Thanks for an awesome giveaway!
I’m kind of liking the looks of the Pasadena in Slate. I’d like to see the slate color in person first though. My kitchen faucet is ten years old and has been well loved and it shows, lol. It’s time for an upgrade!
I love the look of the Ainsley kitchen faucet, so I would spend the money on it.
I’d get the Lita Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet
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Jaida Single Control, Centerset Bath Faucet
Oh I would love the Marielle 1-Handle, Pull-Out Kitchen Faucet! So beautiful! Mine is so old, I am sure it is the one that they put in when the house was built back in the 70’s! They make sure nice looking ones now!
Carnegie Tub & Shower Combo(Model #: R89-8WEC) and Pfirst Series Roman Tub (Model #: 1T6-410K) !!
I would make my choice when if I win !
The blog link wasn’t working, but I would get a brushed nickel faucet!
I would LOVE the Hanover Single Control Kitchen Faucet in Tuscan Bronze . Gorgeous!
I would get this one! : ) http://www.pfisterfaucets.com/Kitchen/Product/GT531-YPK.aspx
Carnegie Tub & Shower Combo !!
Love the Classic look!
I would choose the Park Avenue Tub & Shower Combo
Hope I can win thank you for the giveaway 🙂
wow I don’t know what to choose a lot of amazing stuff ! well Pfister is the best !
Thank you for the chance !
I’d get the Ashfield Double Towel Bar, Ashfield Robe Hook, Ashfield Towel Ring, & Conical Tissue Holder.
I never thought to use Rain-X and thank you for the suggestion! I have to get some on my next trip out! Love the Selia 1 Handle pull down kitchen faucet and the Selia Center set bath faucet. Thanks for the opportunity to win as I really need some new fixtures in my kitchen and bathrooms!
Thanks for the tips! I would have never thought to use Rain-X!
And I wish I would have found the Giveaway sooner!
how about using rain x on stainless steel refrig and other appliances
Hey Anna,
Anna has not specifically tried this one but that seems like a very good idea. One of our contributors has done some trial runs and has come up with this solution for cleaning stainless steel appliances. You can find it here: https://askannamoseley.com/2013/10/the-best-way-to-clean-stainless-steel-appliances/
Thanks for the suggestion!
Hello
Can you purchase Rain X in England or is there an alternative to be found here in England?
Many thanks
Christine
Hi, Christine! I’m Anna’s assistant, Bethany. It looks like you can purchase Rain X on Amazon.co.uk here: http://www.amazon.co.uk/RainX-Repellant-200ml-Windscreen-Cleaner/dp/B001RAJ1ZM Hope this helps! 🙂
Would alcohol work to clean up spotty glass shower doors ?
You can try it. I’ve never tried it but it makes sense that it would work. If you give it a try let me know how it goes! 🙂