Simichrome polish for brass, silver, and bare metal
Simichrome has been the polish people reach for on household, motorsport, and industrial metal for decades. It cleans and polishes brass, gold, silver, aluminum, magnesium, chrome, sterling, copper, and stainless steel, basically any uncoated metal.
It works because the abrasive is the finest micron particle size of any polish, blended with cleaning agents. Because those particles are so fine, it won’t scratch or harm uncoated metal when you use it right, and it won’t remove a layer of the surface the way chemical polishes do. That matters on gold and silver plate, where there isn’t much metal to spare. It also leaves a thin protective coating that helps slow down new tarnish and oxidation.
How to use it
Apply to bare, uncoated metal. Go easy on gold or silver plated pieces, no excessive pressure. Don’t use it on painted or lacquered surfaces, and remember that some chrome-looking parts like faucets and grills are actually plastic-coated, so check first. If you polish silverware, wash it with soap and water before you eat off it.
The details
- Size: 1.76 ounce tube
- For: brass, gold, silver, aluminum, magnesium, chrome, sterling, copper, stainless steel
- Not for: painted or lacquered surfaces
- Cannot ship to California due to state EPA rules
Frequently asked questions
What is Simichrome polish used for?
It cleans and polishes bare, uncoated metal. It works on brass, gold, silver, aluminum, magnesium, chrome, sterling, copper, and stainless steel, basically any uncoated metal. It has been the polish people reach for on household, motorsport, and industrial metal for decades.
Does Simichrome polish scratch metal?
No, when used right. The abrasive is the finest micron particle size of any polish, blended with cleaning agents, so it won’t scratch or harm uncoated metal. It also won’t remove a layer of the surface the way chemical polishes do, which matters on gold and silver plate.
How do you use Simichrome polish?
Apply it to bare, uncoated metal. Go easy on gold or silver plated pieces with no excessive pressure. Don’t use it on painted or lacquered surfaces, and check first on chrome-looking parts like faucets and grills, which are sometimes plastic-coated. If you polish silverware, wash it with soap and water before you eat off it.
Does Simichrome polish protect against tarnish?
Yes. It leaves a thin protective coating that helps slow down new tarnish and oxidation after polishing.
Can Simichrome polish ship to California?
No. It cannot ship to California due to state EPA rules.
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Simichrome Polish vs Brasso
Simichrome vs. Brasso — Scott puts the two big metal polishes head to head on a piece of vintage hardware. They claim to do the same thing but deliver different results. A useful read before you pick a polish for your hardware.