Liquid Barkeeper's Friend, and cleaning quartz countertops.
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Comments (42)Isn't this Forun geat! Learn something new everyday. This is the first time I have heard of using BFK for 304 stainless sinks. I don't think the oxalic acid in BFK is good for steel. It's an oxidizer which should be avoided around steel -- although I admit I sometimes used it to re-sparkle 305 stainless "silverware" (I silverware silverware if its not silver?) We use baking soda. Never tried Bon Ami on stainless sinks, but can't think why not. BFK is great on our Kohler cast iron sinks -- the only kind of sink I would ever buy. Takes out any stain and leave a sparkling surface. Also great on copper pans....See MoreBarkeeper's Friend
Comments (29)Can you safely use it on a SS sink if you have a BN strainer?? I can always remove the strainer when I clean the sink, but I can't remove the thing the strainer sits in, which will also be BN, right? Not sure how one can use BKF at all if there's a BN strainer (which I am now regretting getting!!). I was heartbroken when I ruined my polished nickel sink flange with BKF shortly after install. That was a few years ago, I'm used to the dull gray flange now. Do you think it would work well on a stove? I have a white Frigidaire gas stove. I use it my Frigidaire gas stove. I add just enough water to make a paste and let it sit on the brown spots while I clean the rest of the kitchen. The spots come off with no scrubbing after about 10 minutes....See MoreLiquid went down from back of countertop to cabinet below
Comments (20)The counter itself should have caulk between it and the wall, before the backsplash is installed. The only way to remedy that if it didn't happen is to remove the backsplash. Or, the last row of the backsplash. Then the small gap between the backsplash and counter should be filled with caulk. If the backsplash is tile, then the sanded caulk that matches the grout should be used. So, it sounds as though the right material was ordered and used. How big is the gap between the countertop and backsplash? If the gap is bigger than 1/8", you need some backer to stuff down in there before you caulk over the top to keep the water out. The caulk itself could be old, and have lost it's adhesion. I'd buy a new tube. And make sure that the caulk wasn't applied over grout. The other thing to check is are you sure that the liquid isn't coming from a faucet hole missing a gasket? Or from the rim of the sink itself? Some towels, and some colored water, together with another adult to selectively drip that colored water can help you to see exactly where that water is coming from....See MoreCan you use barkeepers friend on granite?
Comments (9)Barkeepers friend is a stainless steel cleaner formulated with some fine abrasive and 5-10% oxalic acid. Should be ok on granites as they are acid resistant and hard enough to take a very mild abrasive. Itshould do well removing mineral deposits near faucets. Always test first because some granites which are resined or dyed can be affected by acids. I like to remove mineral or calcium buildup with a single edge razor blade(held at a 45 degree angle) and MB-3 or diluted vinegar(test first) Always test new products in an out of the way spot or a sample piece just to be safe. As far as disinfecting 1.5 oz of bleach in a quart of water sprayed on the area and left to dwell for 7 minutes should do the trick. Vinegar is also a good disinfectant as well on granite that you have tested it on. I like 3% volume hydrogen peroxide-use it on your countertops and let it dwell for 7 minutes than wipe off. Is a great disinfectant and is non-toxic to all. Is 100 % biodegradeable as well. Regulated disinfectants are toxic....See MoreRelated Professionals
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