Acidic Cleaners vs. Your Fixtures: What’s Safe, What’s Not

Acidic cleaners can be a dream or a disaster—depending on where you spray ‘em. They’re brilliant at busting through buildup, hard water stains, and funk. But use them on the wrong surface, and you’ll wish you hadn’t (chrome and brass have entered the chat).

Here’s your go-to breakdown of six acidic cleaning agents—including the all-star Kangen 2.5 Water—with their pH levels, where they shine, and where they can do some serious damage. And for the bonus round? A chart on what you can and can’t mix them with (because your home shouldn’t double as a chemistry lab).

The Acidic All-Stars

✅ Pro Tip: Kangen 2.5 is powerful yet gentler than traditional acids—safe for skin (in small doses), but still shouldn’t be used on shiny metals like chrome unless rinsed thoroughly.

Surfaces Acid Cleaners Should Not Date

• Chrome & Brass: Acids (especially HCl and Oxalic) will eat away at the finish. Even vinegar can dull over time.

• Natural Stone Divas: Acid + marble = heartbreak. Stick with pH-neutral options here.

• Unsealed Wood & Grout: Acids strip finishes and cause premature wear.

• Electronics & Soft Metals: Especially with hypochlorous acid—it's safe-ish but can corrode over time.

⚠️ Warning: Never mix acids with bleach unless you're into toxic gas clouds and emergency rooms. Hypochlorous water might sound mild, but it's still chemically active—keep it solo.

Final Splash of Wisdom

Not all acids are created equal—and not all surfaces play nice. But when you know your pH and your pairings, you can clean smarter, not harder. For homes with fancy finishes and natural stone, pH-balanced is the name of the game.

At Om Sweet Om Cleaning, we use the safest, most surface-loving products (like neutral or mildly acidic Kangen water) to protect your space and your sparkle. So go ahead, let the pros handle the science—your faucets will thank you.