[Amazon.ca] Bar Keepers Friend ($7.28) Multipurpose Cooktop Soft Liquid Cleaner 13-Ounce

Looks good. Can you use this on stainless steel appliances?

kevinshalfpenny wrote: ↑Looks good. Can you use this on stainless steel appliances?

There’s more information about this product in the OPs original link: https://www.amazon.ca/Bar-Keepers-Frien ... B003BVI5HA

The regular version, which also works on cooktops, is cheaper at home depot (looking at the weight, also seems to have more).
Powder version is even cheaper.

I'm not sure what the difference between the cooktop version and regular is.
Been eying Bar Keepers Friend for a while as well.

The powder version works extremely well for cleaning stainless steel utensils and sinks. Haven't tried cooktop cleaner though.

zerod wrote: ↑The regular version, which also works on cooktops, is cheaper at home depot (looking at the weight, also seems to have more).
Powder version is even cheaper.

I'm not sure what the difference between the cooktop version and regular is.
Been eying Bar Keepers Friend for a while as well.

Thanks for this. Always wanted to try this stuff.

$2.28 at HD seems like a great deal (powder version).

Ordered four for ISPU.

Will using the powder version on glass cooktops scratch them?

lazy_prodigy wrote: ↑ Will using the powder version on glass cooktops scratch them?

Nope, I use the powder version on it. It also works well to clean steel and chrome exhaust pipes.

lazy_prodigy wrote: ↑ Will using the powder version on glass cooktops scratch them?

I have the powder version that I use on stainless steel cookware -- it works wonders.

I would not use the powdered version on a cooking surface because it often leaves a layer of residue in the sink that needs a lot of rinsing. On a cooktop, you might be able to wipe it all away with a wet rag though but I'd probably stick with just the liquid version to make it easier.

My glass cooktop can only be cleaned with baking soda + vinegar anymore, none of these packaged cleansers do anything.

Which is ok because baking soda + vinegar is pretty cheap cleanser.

I use the powder on a lot of things, especially in the bathroom - sinks, tub, shower, faucets, glass wall/door, shower floor, tiles. It works really well, better than all other cleaners out there, removes soap scums and leaves a shine where other bathroom cleaners failed. I also have the liquid soft cleanser (not the cooktop cleaner) but it does not do as good a job as the powder.

Home Depot absolutely has the best price on the powder, CT and other retailers sell it for double the price. FYI, the cooktop cleaner sells for about $7-$8 at other retailers so the savings on Amazon is a stretch!
https://www.thebay.com/product/barkeepers-friend-multipurpose-cooktop-cleaner-0600086002908.html?dwvar_0600086002908_color=WHITE
https://well.ca/products/bar-keepers-friend-cooktop-cleaner_88465.html

https://www.barkeepersfriend.com/how-to-clean-a-stove-top/
https://experthometips.com/uses-for-bar-keepers-friend
6 Things You Should Never Do with Bar Keepers Friend

I use the powdered everywhere. The liquid needs to be shaken extremely well before each use or you will end up with a rock of powder in the bottom after all the liquid is squeezed out. My kids can't seem to grasp that concept so now I hide the liquid for my use only.

When the border was open I'd buy 12-18 cans at Target/Walmart as it's ~$2 for a can twice the size of the Home Depot one. Obviously not worth a trip just for BKF but I'd stock up when there. Am almost out so great to know that HD has such a great price.

Great for cleaning stainless steel muffler tips using #000 steel wool as well

Grunchy wrote: ↑ My glass cooktop can only be cleaned with baking soda + vinegar anymore, none of these packaged cleansers do anything.

Which is ok because baking soda + vinegar is pretty cheap cleanser.

yeah I too just use baking soda and flat plastic scrubbing pad as well. Then rinse off with vinegar to sanitize and remove any remaining baking soda . On all ceramic dishes, stainless steel and the stove. Done it that way for years and years.

these are great
https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/worl ... #store=248

Common household myth: Combining an Acid with a Base doesn't create a cleaning agent, it creates (in this case) salt water.

https://crunchybetty.com/diy-101-baking ... t-so-much/

kevinshalfpenny wrote: ↑Looks good. Can you use this on stainless steel appliances?

You can use it on stainless items (sinks, pots, etc.) but I wouldn't use it on stainless appliances.

gumby wrote: ↑I use the powder on a lot of things, especially in the bathroom - sinks, tub, shower, faucets, glass wall/door, shower floor, tiles. It works really well, better than all other cleaners out there, removes soap scums and leaves a shine where other bathroom cleaners failed. I also have the liquid soft cleanser (not the cooktop cleaner) but it does not do as good a job as the powder.

Home Depot absolutely has the best price on the powder, CT and other retailers sell it for double the price. FYI, the cooktop cleaner sells for about $7-$8 at other retailers so the savings on Amazon is a stretch!
https://www.thebay.com/product/barkeepers-friend-multipurpose-cooktop-cleaner-0600086002908.html?dwvar_0600086002908_color=WHITE
https://well.ca/products/bar-keepers-friend-cooktop-cleaner_88465.html

https://www.barkeepersfriend.com/how-to-clean-a-stove-top/
https://experthometips.com/uses-for-bar-keepers-friend
6 Things You Should Never Do with Bar Keepers Friend

Damn you and your diligence. But unless you pick up in store you forgot to add on delivery charges.
A lot more people have Amazon Prime for free delivery.

jrshopper wrote: ↑ I use the powdered everywhere. The liquid needs to be shaken extremely well before each use or you will end up with a rock of powder in the bottom after all the liquid is squeezed out. My kids can't seem to grasp that concept so now I hide the liquid for my use only.

When the border was open I'd buy 12-18 cans at Target/Walmart as it's ~$2 a can twice the size of the Home Depot one. Obviously not worth a trip just for BKF but I'd stock up when there. Am almost out so great to know that HD has such a great price.

Years ago I used the liquid and was not too impressed...didn’t think it did anything different then Vim and as you said, it turned into a rock at the bottom and was kind of useless after that. For 2.24 I’ll give it the powder a try and see if I have better success.

Used the powder to clean allclad stainless steel pots and pans. Works great!

Kyle_87 wrote: ↑ Used the powder to clean allclad stainless steel pots and pans. Works great!

I love this combo. Its like a miracle come to earth. BKP is overpriced on the internet, buy it locally (HD). My hanging pots and pans are decoration.