Gold-coloured fixtures are a beautiful addition to a home. In the kitchen or bathroom, gold taps can make even the most drab of rooms look regal. Most gold taps are made of brass, although some older models may be made of gold or copper. Regardless of the material they're made with, you can achieve a beautiful shine on your gold fixtures with minimal upkeep and a few household cleaning items.
1. Make a habit of spraying a little bit of ammonia on the rag a few times a week. After using the tap, wipe the fixture with the damp rag. This helps maintain shiny gold taps with minimal upkeep.
2. If your fixtures are antique, they may require some more effort to keep them shiny and clean. They also may not react well to some commercial cleaners and are probably not made out of brass, but gold or copper. Heat linseed oil over the stove, dip a rag in the warm linseed oil, and rub vigorously on the taps. This gently cleans antique fixtures without being too abrasive.
3. Use vinegar, salt and flour to polish neglected taps. If you have a brass tap that hasn't been cleaned in quite some time, mix vinegar, salt and flour into a thick paste. Rub vigorously with a rag or sponge and leave the mixture on the tap for 10 minutes. Add a small amount of hot water, scrub the tap, and then rinse with hot water.
4. Use commercial brass cleaner on particularly tough jobs. Commercial brass cleaners contain harsh chemicals that take the tarnish off of your tap easily. Spray or rub onto the taps, let sit for 10 to 20 minutes, then rinse carefully. Always wear gloves when using commercial brass cleaners.
5. Continue cleaning your gold coloured fixtures regularly. Once you have gotten your taps clean, keep them that way by wiping your taps regularly after using them.
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