In 1882, an Indianapolis chemist noticed how clean and shiny his tarnished pot was after cooking rhubarb. Using an active ingredient that’s found in the plant he formulated a talcum-smooth cleanser and sold it to the city’s taverns. So pleased were his customers with how well it worked on bar fixtures, the product was dubbed the “Bar Keepers Friend”
Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser is the liquid version of our original BKF Cleanser & Polish powder. Use this creamy, ready-to-use formula to quickly coat hard, non-porous surfaces. It is particularly useful for cleaning vertical surfaces in the bathroom, such as shower stalls, bathtubs, and toilets. Once you squirt a horizontal line of BKF Soft Cleanser onto a vertical surface, gravity will cause the line to sheet downward into a uniform coating. Like BKF Powder, BKF Soft Cleanser is effective at removing rust stains, metal tarnish, mineral deposits, soap scum, and everyday grime. Both require thorough rinsing. To reduce the amount of rinsing, try using less BKF than you think you need. A little goes a long way.
Read our Guide to Bar Keepers Friend Blog to see how to use this amazing product, where you can use it and the results.
How to use Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser
- Shake well before using.
- Squeeze BKF onto a wet surface or damp sponge.
- Rub onto the soiled surface.
- Rinse thoroughly within one minute of application.
- Wipe surface dry.
Where to use your Soft Cleanser
In the Kitchen:
- Sinks
- Cookware
- Stove cooktops and exteriors
- Countertops (non-stone)
- Backsplashes
- Porcelain or ceramic dishes
- Drained floors
In the Bathroom:
- Sinks
- Bathtubs
- Showers
- Faucets
- Toilets
- Tile & Grout
Outdoors:
- Erases rust stains from concrete, masonry, and grout
- Removes plant stains and pollution grime from hard surfaces
- Removes brake dust from wheels (test surface first)
- Cleans siding, boats, vehicles, grills, tools and sports equipment.
Where NOT to use Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser
- Gold or Silver (sterling silver is ok)
- Polished stone, such as marble or granite (There is a granite & stone cleanser polish specifically for this now!)
- Lacquered, painted, or mirrored surfaces.
A Word of Caution about Bar Keepers Friend (BKF)
Because our Soft Cleanser is acidic and contains polishing compounds, BKF may etch or dull delicate surfaces. Before applying to fibreglass, plastics, anodized aluminium or brushed metal surfaces, such as appliance exteriors, test in a small, hidden area first.
BKF Cleanser & Polish Ingredients
The Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser ingredients are: water, mineral abrasive, citric acid, oxalic acid, surfactants, and citrus fragrance.
Product Warning
DO NOT INGEST, INHALE, OR GET IN EYES. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED.
If accidentally ingested, drink milk (or water) and call a doctor. If in eyes, flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Do not mix with other chemicals, such as bleach, or ammonia. For prolonged use (or sensitive skin) use gloves. Do not inhale BKF dust. Wet BKF powder immediately after dispensing. BKF is safe for septic systems.
