How to clean brushed brass tapware

Catherine Paoli

To clean brushed brass tapware, you will need:

  • Mild soap or detergent
  • Warm water
  • Soft cloths or sponges

Here's how to clean your brushed brass tapware:

  1. Mix a small amount of mild soap or detergent with warm water.

  2. Dip a soft cloth or sponge into the soapy water and use it to gently scrub the surface of the tapware. Be sure to pay extra attention to any areas that are particularly dirty or have hard water stains.

  3. Rinse the tapware thoroughly with warm water to remove any soap residue.

  4. Dry the tapware with a clean, soft cloth.

If your tapware is particularly dirty or has hard water stains that are difficult to remove, you may need to use a brass cleaner specifically designed for cleaning brass. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions when using any cleaning products.

To help prevent hard water stains and build-up on your tapware, you may want to consider using a water filter or a water softener. These can help to remove minerals from the water that can cause stains and build-up on metal surfaces.