frequently asked questions
Have questions about any of Bar Keeper’s Friend products? We’ve got answers! Check out our frequently asked questions here.
Have questions about any of Bar Keeper’s Friend products? We’ve got answers! Check out our frequently asked questions here.
Bar Keeper’s Friend products are readily available from many local retailers throughout North America and in select global markets. Please use the product locator on our website to find a retailer near you.
Bar Keeper’s Friend is an acidic cleaner, whereas most other powdered cleansers are alkaline (bleach-based). Acidic cleansers are more effective against hard to remove mineral deposits and rust stains and are also recommended by most stainless-steel product manufacturers over bleach-based cleansers.
The active ingredients in Bar Keeper’s Friend do not expire. However, storage in a humid environment will cause the powder to solidify, so try to keep open containers of Bar Keeper’s Friend in a dry environment.
No, Bar Keeper's Friend does not test on animals.
Remove the metal sections of the can by using a screwdriver to pierce and pry off the top and bottom. The cardboard may be recycled after rinsing. The disposal of the top and bottom of the can may depend on which packaging you have received. This is because some of our packaging uses steel instead of aluminum. To check which you have received, you can use a magnet. If the lid reacts to the magnet (the magnet sticks to the lid), then the bottom and top may be regularly disposed of. If it does not react, then you may recycle the top and bottom with aluminum recycling.
Thank you, we love hearing from people who are excited about the brand. For reseller opportunities, please visit our reseller page and submit an application. For international distribution, please find more information here. For institutional sales, please submit more information here.
Wet the surface to be cleaned, and then apply a small amount of the Bar Keeper’s Friend product to the surface. With a damp cloth or rag, apply an appropriate amount of pressure and clean the area. Make sure to rinse the surface thoroughly after. Please see either the package or the product section of our website for more detailed cleaning information. Always consult any manufacturer care section if available for proper cleaning procedures.
We recommend you leave Bar Keeper’s Friend on for no longer than One Minute. Do not let the product sit longer than necessary. Re-apply as necessary and repeat following the cleaning directions for the respective product.
You can use Bar Keeper's Friend Soft Cleanser on a sealed quartz counter. If the quartz is sealed, a better choice would be Bar Keeper’s Friend Granite & Stone Cleaner and Polish, which is pH balanced and formulated for natural stones. Always test on an inconspicuous area first.
We do not recommend Bar Keeper’s Friend Cleanser (powder), Bar Keeper’s Friend Soft Cleanser (cream liquid) or Bar Keeper’s Friend Superior Multipurpose Spray (liquid spray) on marble surfaces. To clean marble and other natural polished stone, we recommend Bar Keeper’s Friend Granite & Stone Cleaner & Polish that is ph-balanced and formulated for natural stone. Always test on an inconspicuous area first.
Bar Keeper’s Friend works great to clean on glass, including burnt on foods in bakeware found in your kitchen or shower glass doors, found in your bathroom. Start with a small amount of product as the project allows and rinse thoroughly. Bar Keeper’s Friend will not scratch glass or porcelain when properly used, follow instructions for the individual product as noted on the packaging or the detailed pages found here
Bar Keeper’s Friend requires thorough rinsing, which is difficult in non-drained, enclosed spaces such as an oven or microwave interior – so it is not recommended. Use Bar Keeper’s Friend to clean areas that can be easily rinsed, such as the inside of a glass oven door.
Bar Keeper’s Friend is formulated to work on non-porous surfaces. Concrete is highly porous and is not formulated or recommended for use on concrete. However, our Granite & Stone Cleaner & Polish is safe to use on natural (sealed) stone.
Bar Keeper's Friend has several products that are effective in cleaning your dishes and cookware made out ceramic, stainless steel, and glass. Our products are safe to use on food preparation and serving surfaces. Our Bar Keeper's Friend Cleanser is NSF registration and can be found in many commercial kitchens. Our Barkeeper’s Friend Cookware Cleanser is also great for cleaning cookware. Make sure any surface that will come in contact with food is properly rinsed to remove any residue and abrasive prior to use.
Many of the Bar Keeper's Friend products are great and safe for septic systems when used in normal daily applications. We also have a Toilet Bowl Cleaner formulated for toilet bowls, and EZ Flush, which is a prevented liquid aid that works great in low pressure toilets and aids in preventing clogs.
Bar Keeper's Friend is not harmful to the skin during casual use. However, gloves are recommended for prolonged use or sensitive skin.
Never mix our products with other cleaners, particularly those containing bleach or ammonia. Pro Tip: If you’ve recently cleaned an area or item with another cleaner, rinse it before applying Bar Keeper’s Friend
Bar Keeper’s Friend does not contain chlorine.
Oxalic acid is an excellent rust and mineral deposit remover that is a naturally occurring ingredient found in many leafy green vegetables, such as rhubarb, chives, and parsley. The oxalic acid used in Bar Keeper’s Friend comes from industrial suppliers and is generally produced from plant/vegetation waste. Oxalic acid is effective in removing many hard to remove stains including hard water stains made by mineral deposits like lime, calcium, and rust stains. Not only will it remove the stains but it will also leave the surface clean and shiny.
Bar Keeper’s Friend products are not disinfectants, they are formulated to remove stains and work on a variety of surfaces, including stainless steel, copper, porcelain, tile, and more.