My Secret Housecleaning Weapon

Bar Keepers Friend is inexpensive and can be used on most surfaces.
My Secret Housecleaning Weapon
The key ingredient in Bar Keepers Friend is oxalic acid, a powerful compound that effectively breaks down stubborn stains, rust, and mineral deposits. Siyano Prach/Shutterstock
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Keeping a pristine home doesn’t have to be a daunting or expensive task. I want to let you in on my secret weapon sitting front and center in my cleaning cupboard. It’s Bar Keepers Friend (BKF), and I wouldn’t want to clean without it.

BKF is a simple, versatile cleaning product that has been trusted by homeowners for more than a century. Developed in 1882 by a chemist in Indianapolis, this cleaning powder was initially formulated to clean and polish brass and copper surfaces in bars and taverns, hence its name. It sits on the shelves of our favorite supermarkets and discount department stores. And it’s super cheap!

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