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Removal of tarnish from brushed nickel

2005

I have read this page and do not see any specific reference to removing tarnish from brushed nickel. I think they occurred when tilex was sprayed onto the metal. Does anyone think the ketchup/steel wool (might change the "brushed aspect"), or the vinegar ⇦ in bulk on eBay or Amazon [affil link] /lemon juice + salt would apply to this particular surface.

Thanks,

Teri Reina
hobbyist - Hillsborough, California, USA

Absolutely do NOT use steel wool by itself or in conjunction with any chemical on nickel. You will see rust spots that are very difficult to get to go away and you probably will destroy the surface.

James Watts
- Navarre, Florida
2005

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