Clean up that Chrome! - How to Clean Rust and Oxidation from Chrome 

Ugh this might sound weird but this works for me. Apply toilet cleaning gell on chrome parts sit for 4-5 mins, use something like a toothbrush to brush it up till it's clean , then wash. No scratches! Also don't let too much of this stuff on automobile paint as this may( not sure ) wipe off clear coat.

I watched way too many other videos looking for an easy way to polish chrome. Of course I watched yours last and it's by far the best method. And I don't need to waste my aluminum foil!

I found that diluted dish soap and 2000 grit wet sandpaper works really well to get the surface rust, and follow with a shammy and chrome polish.

You just helped me fix a chrome fixture on my epresso machine. It was really discolored and dis-connectable from the machine. I watered down a strip of 1500 grit sandpaper, rubbed carefully, and voila! Fixed! 👏🏽

I clear coat right after sometimes to prevent it getting nasty again fast. On an exhaust you can use the high heat clear coat from the parts store. Aluminum shines up really nice with the wire wheel too.👌💯

Thanks! I was about to tackle my old bike that's been neglected all year. You just gave me hope I can bring it up to a reasonable state!

Quick, simple, to the point with outstanding results! I like it. New sub!

Used this on chrome legs on a vintage metal top farm table - turned out awesome!! Thx:)

U can also use wet chalk powder for rust removing and polishing chrome /just apply the chalk powder to the surface and rubb and boom the result will shocked u

I used brasso on my 1920s and 1930s brass safety razors that were very pitted and had that green stuff on but the brasso made it look brand new

Thankyou! This has just helped me sort out my rusting fire surround from when I clean it, it's caused it to rust.

3000 grit and a microfiber cloth would make the results much better. That shirt is just adding scratches to your polished surface

I've been able to use brasso on small pieces that are chromed like latches, hinges, handle fittings, etc it works well because it has a EXTREMELY small grit.

A new one for you, I'm watching this to restore my vintage pram.

0:18 I came here to polish the chrome on my fancy schmancy home office chair handles. You are right sir, not a bike! Not something in the garage! THANK YOU!

Thanks for video. Applied your technique for my “Parade” chromed M1917 rifle(manufactured 10/1918) that has some mild surface rust.

0000 steal wool is a better choice for this

Nice...Just bought a Old Rusted chrome Lowrider project bike.. a majority of it is salvageable, will give it a try.. thanks for sharing

S.O.S pads work awesome too, won’t take out scratches, but any rust and other stubborn stains and build up comes off to nice shine 👌🏻

Great work mate 👍 I've beer taps which have pitted chrome like this so will give this a go..Thanks

EH, for my bday in January bought myself a 09 Honda Shadow Aero 750 and am 'beautifying' all the chrome that is on it. Tackling the spokes on my wheels next. Laughed to myself as the last time I cleaned chrome wheels and spokes I was 12 years old. BTW: I like the beer stein in the background - Cheers!

Brillo pad is quickest , wax polish finishes it off , simples. What I might e interested in is how do you remove or disguise pitting.

Thanks. Helped me clean up my espresso machine!

Fine steel wool wet will produce a high shine and remove the rust

I am disappoint. I was hoping a genie would pop out..... Besides that, awesome video!

Very Nice - I never would have thought of that. I am restoring a 1982 Honda urban Express and some parts are very rusty. I was using 0000 steel wool and that was working, but I will try the 1500 sandpaper. THANKS AGAIN.

I’ll try it on my 25 year old Sportster. That look nice but I’m not picky so if I can get 25/50 shine I’ll be happy. 25/50 shine- looks good from 25 feet as it goes by at 50 mph.

I use aluminum foil, but tried this and liked it too

Thanks so much, detailing a vintage trike, as in Radio Flyer.

Fantastic tutorial man. Thanks a bunch. Jim. Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸👍👍👍

Master splinter/ Ryan wheeler knows what he's talking about👍

Great results, easy process. OOOO steel wool also works about as well (or better in those hard to reach crevices)... Try wetting the paper or steel wool with a bit of WD40 and watch the magic happen

0000 steelwool

Just use bar keepers friend. Look it up

I'm gonna try this on my drum hardware. Thanks

Great video! I want to clean up the chrome headlight trim on my VW Beetle I'm trying to restore 🙂

Very effective! Thank you! Your video helped me clean my chromed M1 parade helmet. 😃👍

Looks awesome!! A friend of mine showed me how aluminium foil and water works to remove rust from chrome too. Worth trying….

Here’s a another sub thankyou for getting straight to it

Thanks man, will try this on my bike project. :)

I have a bike with chrome and the rust is not deep but it is thick so I am going to attempt using locktite rust jelly first

Great results fast and easy! Well done.

You really handled that light surface rust!

The Beard Game is strong in this One - like rusty steel wool. Walk proud, my friend, walk proud.

You need to try ironX. It’s the most affective rust removal. minimal scratch

...and it Could be a 1972 Slingerland Chrome Sound King Snare drum! ..I'm thinking wet sanding for the fine scratches (it's Chrome over Brass, 1mm thick shell) I have 0000 Steel wool, then wet sanding.. After that, I have either Brasso, And/Or Chrome Polish (turtle wax rubbing compound ((fine)) for using on a 3" rotary buffer drill attachment. Any of that sound reasonable? or am I missing an important bit? No rust, just scratches. ~ any chiming in would be extremely appreciated. Cheers and Thanks!!

yess i will definantly try this on my dads 86 kawasaki vulcan 750 vn

When you're in a bind you can also use your beard!

Brass wire wheel works well to for wheels with pitting

I use brillo pads. For my chrome wheels

Is it best to use 2000 grit i have a old fruit machine to clean up and ther are some awkward little bits can i use steel wall and the polish is it just car wax polish only my dad who's got old bikes said not to use chrome polish regards Lee

Thanks for sharing👍👍👍

I've got discolored oven racks (they appear to be chrome) I may try this method.

Thanks sunshine. New subscriber. 🌞🇨🇦

Wow thank you! Very helpful video! About to try this on my mini leyland!

My man you as they say are a bloody legend ! Thank you

I have the same issue except it's my old Royce Union BMX bike thats been in storage for ten years...The amount of rust and oxidation was ridiculous! I've been working on it with never dull which has worked pretty well but I'm thinking of using a buffing compound on mine...do you think it'll hurt the chrome?,because its an all chrome frame and forks and I was wondering if it's gonna scratch it up worse.

I don't know why people continue to make these videos, if you want to remove light scratches and swirls out of chrome, USE JEWELERS ROUGE, it's the safest and best way. Your chrome will look flawless. There are many different grits to jewerlers rouge. Make sure you use the right one. By the six pack, it comes with all the grits

So this will work on my chrome bmx bike frame

Good job, brother

Nice hangboard

Thanks great video.

Will you get the same effect if you add dish detergent in your water to help to glide over the chrome better

Works OK for superficial rust but if there is any pitting no.

What polish are you using? Is it suitable for acrylic also?

What is a good polish to use? Is brasso, good? Thanks for the information!

Good work . Do you use anything to stop rust comming back .

I have beautiful chrome spiked rims (car) BUT the dog repeatedly urinated on them and messed them up. Would this method work on rims? It's going to be a lot of work so before I begin I want to be sure it is not in vain. Thank you for posting.

Do you think this would work on my Thierry Mugler ‘Amen’ aftershave flask? It is chrome...

Amazing

Thanks so much 😎

Great video mate. would this work on chrome plastic aswell?

Thank

Thank you! 🙂

It's better if you use 0000 wire wool, much more gentle and easier to use

Slam dunk and stuff... Peace!😂👍

What's the NB and if the polish ? U didn't say .

0000 steel wool works better, last steps!

IMPRESSIVE BEARD

What is a nice polish brand or what is ur favorite? Thanks

What about shining chrome on a jukebox?

But sand paper has sand wouldn't that make rust?

I was curious what type of Pilots are you talkin about please send me information on what type of Polish are you using was curious what about a fine grit rubbing compound would that work please let me know what type of Polish you are using

Moto Medic....what polish I'm in the UK ...do you mean chrome polish

You have my Attention

Well that was simple enough lol

Could be an old drum set one needs to restore...

Thanks man!

Could also be my Kirby vacuum cleaner:-)

Thanks!

please add a link for the m3 product and the polishing link

Would you do this to repair/rechrome forks?

How is this paper call ?

does this work on scratched chrome tap? it kind of turned yellowish too.

Do you seal it with anything after you did that?

FYI metal polishes are supertoxic. You don't have to wear gloves but I'd recommend it. I can tell when crap like that seeps into my skin, the largest organ on the human body

Would this work on the chrome Jeep badges, trim, door handles, chrome mirrors on a grand Cherokee? I have a 2016 with some tiny brown spots on it

Nice!!!

Anyone knows what kinda the polish in that blue container that he used ?

Do you think but will get pitting out of my chrome rims