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Oxalic acid is the main ingredient in the product Bar Keepers Friend. This tried-and-true cleaner has been a staple in kitchens since 1882. And for good reason! But the usefulness of oxalic acid is not limited to the kitchen. Here are some of the best and most useful ways you can use Bar Keepers Friend around your home.

Make Pots Shine

The most common use associated with Bar Keepers Friend is for cleaning pots and pans. Cooked on grease and food are no match for this cleaning agent. Scrub grimy pots and pans with a little bit of this product and you’ll have a shiny dish in no time!

Return Shoes to Their Former Glory

Do you have a pair of shoes that just look dirty and worn down? Bar Keepers Friend can help! Just make a paste by mixing a bit of water with the oxalic acid. Then, using a sponge or toothbrush, scrub the shoes with the paste. Rinse with water and your shoes should look as good as new.

Remove Stubborn Labels

Is there anything more frustrating than bringing home a new item only to discover that the price sticker won’t come off? You could spend hours trying to pick the sticker off or you can enlist the help of Bar Keepers Friend. Just use the same paste mentioned above to scrub the sticker away with ease.

Make Bathrooms Gleam

Another great area to use oxalic acid in is the bathroom. This super ingredient does well to clean and restore porcelain, glass, and metal. It can remove water spots, scuff marks, and more. Don’t forget to bring a can of Bar Keepers Friend with you to clean the bathroom for a multifunctional helper.

At the end of the day, there are an overwhelming number of cleaners on the market to choose from. That is why when you find one that works well and works for many things, it's good to keep it around. Bar Keeper Friend is one of those products.

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