What removes water spots from chrome?

White vinegar wiped on with a soft cloth. For stubborn spots, let sit for 5 minutes before wiping.

Can you polish chrome with toothpaste?

Yes. Non-gel white toothpaste contains mild abrasives that polish chrome safely. Apply with a soft cloth and buff.

Wipe dry after every use. Apply a thin coat of car wax or baby oil periodically for protection and shine.

WD-40 removes some grime and water spots from chrome and adds protection. Wipe off excess to prevent attracting dust.

Jewelry

Your chrome fixtures will sparkle like the day you got them with the right cleaning technique. Here's the safe way that jewelers recommend.

1
Wipe with damp cloth
Start with a soft cloth dampened in warm water to remove loose dirt and dust from the chrome surface.
2
Apply vinegar for buildup
For water spots and mineral buildup, dampen a cloth with white vinegar and wipe the chrome. Let sit 5 minutes for stubborn deposits.
3
Treat rust with aluminum foil
For small rust spots, crumple a piece of aluminum foil and gently rub the rust with the foil dipped in water. The foil chemically removes rust without scratching.
4
Buff to a shine
Apply a small amount of baby oil to a microfiber cloth and buff the chrome to a brilliant streak-free shine.

TIPBaby oil applied lightly to clean chrome creates a brilliant shine and water-repellent barrier.
TIPDry chrome immediately after every use to prevent water spots from forming.
TIPNever use abrasive cleaners or scrub pads on chrome -- they create permanent scratches that trap more grime.

XUsing abrasive scouring powder or steel wool, which scratches chrome plating permanently.
XUsing bleach on chrome, which can pit and discolor the finish over time.
XLeaving acidic cleaners on chrome too long, which can etch through the plating to the base metal.

Crumpled aluminum foil dipped in water and rubbed on the rust spot. The chemical reaction removes rust without scratching.