--- product_id: 170398321 title: "Bar Keepers Friend Powder Cleanser, 12 oz x 2, Multipurpose Cleaner, Degreaser & Remover for Burnt Stainless Steel Pots and Pans, Rust Stains, Hard Water Deposits & Soap Scum" brand: "bar keepers friend" price: "R1136" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/170398321-bar-keepers-friend-powder-cleanser-12-oz-x-2-multipurpose store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Concentrated power formula Restores like-new shine Multi-surface versatility Bar Keepers Friend Powder Cleanser, 12 oz x 2, Multipurpose Cleaner, Degreaser & Remover for Burnt Stainless Steel Pots and Pans, Rust Stains, Hard Water Deposits & Soap Scum **Brand:** bar keepers friend **Price:** R1136 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✨ Elevate your clean game—because your surfaces deserve the spotlight! ✨ ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Bar Keepers Friend Powder Cleanser, 12 oz x 2, Multipurpose Cleaner, Degreaser & Remover for Burnt Stainless Steel Pots and Pans, Rust Stains, Hard Water Deposits & Soap Scum by bar keepers friend - **How much does it cost?** R1136 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/170398321-bar-keepers-friend-powder-cleanser-12-oz-x-2-multipurpose) ## Best For - bar keepers friend enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted bar keepers friend brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Dual-Pack Value 💼:** Two 12 oz containers ensure you’re always stocked for deep cleans and everyday maintenance. - • **All-Surface Savior 🧽:** Safe and effective on stainless steel, aluminum, brass, ceramic, glass, and more—perfect for kitchen, bathroom, and beyond. - • **Trusted Since 1882 🏆:** Professional-grade cleaning trusted by millions, delivering consistent, powerful results every time. - • **Power-Packed Cleaning ⚡:** Concentrated oxalic acid formula cuts through burnt-on grease, rust, and mineral deposits without bleach or dilution. - • **Effortless Restoration ✨:** Transforms burnt pots, stained tiles, and dull fixtures back to showroom shine with no rinsing required. ## Overview Bar Keepers Friend Powder Cleanser is a bleach-free, concentrated oxalic acid formula designed to tackle tough stains like rust, baked-on grease, and hard water deposits across multiple surfaces. Suitable for stainless steel, ceramic, glass, and more, it restores shine and cleanliness without dilution or rinsing. Trusted since 1882, this dual-pack offers professional-grade cleaning power for kitchens, bathrooms, and beyond. ## Description Granite & Stone Cleaner Stainless Steel Cleaner Cooktop Cleaner Cookware Cleanser Polish Powder Cleanser ## Features - All Purpose Cleaner for Everyday Cleaning: Concentrated powder cleanser eliminates stubborn rust stains, cuts through heavy baked-on grease, burnt pots and pans, and removes hard water mineral deposits. This oxalic acid formula works without bleach to restore shine to stainless steel, porcelain, ceramic tile, and aluminum - no dilution needed, just sprinkle onto a wet surface - Works Across Multiple Surfaces: Suitable for stainless steel, aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, ceramic, porcelain, glass, tile, grout, fiberglass, Corian and laminate countertops, cast iron, as well as laminate throughout your home. Removes rust stains, hard water deposits, soap scum, grease, tarnish, and mineral buildup. Not suitable for porous surfaces like granite, marble, or natural stone - Room-By-Room Cleaning Power: In kitchens, this multi surface cleaner restores burnt cookware like pots and pans, sheet pans, and Dutch ovens to like-new condition. Removes mineral buildup from glass cooktops, coffee stains from mugs, utensil marks from dishes, and cuts through baked-on grease on stovetops, range hoods and as an oven cleaner - Concentrated Bathroom Cleaner: Remove soap scum from tubs and tile while removing rust stains from toilet bowls and clearing mineral deposits from faucets. Particularly effective as a glass cleaner in hard water areas where calcium and lime buildup clouds glass. Cleans grout and tile, and removes tarnish from stainless steel, chrome, brass, bronze, and copper fixtures - Professional Performance for Everyday Care: Since 1882, Bar Keeper's Friend has delivered powerful cleaning trusted by professionals and homeowners alike to restore shine, remove stains, and help care for the surfaces you rely on everyday ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B07JGH35XZ | | Best Sellers Rank | #948 in Health & Household (See Top 100 in Health & Household) #11 in All-Purpose Household Cleaners | | Brand Name | Bar Keepers Friend | | Cleaning Agent Formulation | Acid, Degreaser | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (11,579) 4.7 out of 5 stars | | Global Trade Identification Number | 50071618515021 | | Item Form | Powder | | Item Volume | 12 fluid ounces | | Item Weight | 12 ounces | | Manufacturer | Bar Keepers Friend | | Material Features | Bleach Free | | Material Type Free | Bleach Free | | Model Number | 214123 | | Number Of Items | 2 | | Part Number | 214123 | | Scent | Unscented | | Size | 12 Ounce (Pack of 2) | | Special Features | No Rinse | | Specific Uses For Product | Faucet | | Surface Recommendation | Iron | | Unit Count | 24 Ounce | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Bar Keepers Friend - **Item Form:** Powder - **Material Feature:** Bleach Free - **Scent:** Unscented - **Specific Uses For Product:** Faucet ## Images ![Bar Keepers Friend Powder Cleanser, 12 oz x 2, Multipurpose Cleaner, Degreaser & Remover for Burnt Stainless Steel Pots and Pans, Rust Stains, Hard Water Deposits & Soap Scum - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YxARjwlCL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will this get out hard water stains in my toilet? I'm desperate!** A: Absolutely! I just did cleaned my hard water stained glass doors and removed a hard water ring from my toilet with Bar Keepers! When you clean toilet - turn off water behind base of toilet. Flush twice and you will have very little water inside the toilet. I generously sprinkled the Bar Keepers around the inside of toilet. It’s powder so it’s dry - then I sprayed some pine sol from a spray bottle to get it moist. (I just love the smell of Pine-Sol, I don’t think it really cleans - maybe disinfects though). I let it sit for 10 minutes. Then I came back and scrubbed the hard water ring vigorously with my toilet brush and all inside for maybe 5 minutes at most. I added a little more Bar Keepers powder and let it sit again for another 5 minutes. I scrubbed it again with my toilet brush 1 final time. Turned on my water and flushed it all away and the hard water stain is 100% gone! Same for my glass shower doors - just don’t forget to let it sit! Looking for what else to use this on as my toilets and showers are perfect! **Q: Is this pure oxalic acid, or are other ingredients added? What percent oxalic?** A: No chance it's pure. "Pure" acid of any kind is going to be WAY too reactive for this kind of product. Percent is probably quite low. Think of vinegar (dilute, around 4-5% acetic acid). Run that up to glacial acetic, say 40%, and it'll take your hide right off. Oxalic acid in low concentrations is going to be a good cleaner for a lot of things (and not others, read directions). But it's important to have the specific product for the job. BKF wouldn't touch the mineral deposits on the inside of my stainless steel kitchen sink. But Lime-Out (similar to Lime-Away, CLR, just way cheaper) took them right off. **Q: Is the cleanser better than the polish or no different** A: I don't find any difference. I did find that using just a gloved hand to 'scrub' the pot or pan works better than a sponge or dish rag. You can feel any food residue that's left, or rather feel the pot/pan smooth right out. Sounds weird, I know, but it works. Don't use the cleanser or polish on any mirrored (shiny) surfaces as it seems to leave tiny scratches... I use the polish/cleanser on the inside & usually the bottom, if needed. I wash the rest with dish soap (it's also a good idea after you rise the polish or cleanser out that you do a light 'wash' with dish soap to make sure you get all the gritty residue from the polish or cleanser off the inside of the pot/pan. Also, before washing, wet the pot/pan enough so that you can make a paste with the polish or cleanser. Spread it around & let it sit for a few minutes as that seems to break down the food residue much easier. **Q: removes scratches from stainless appliances?** A: It depends on how deep the scratch is and if the appliance has the any coating over the st steel. I would be cautious and consult owner's manual, websites, store before attempting to remove a deeper scratch.I assume you mean on a large appliance like refrig? Many large st steel appliances like refrigerators, esp the "non-smudge" "no fingerprint" models have a polymer coating over the stainless steel. Any mild abrasive cleanser could result in a cloudy/scratched apearance as that coating is breached. A pure stainless steel appliance should be OK but test an inconspicous place first, let it dry and check it. BKF says that metal, porcelain, plastic and fiberglass should be damp before cleaning and polishing. On pure stainless steel e.g. small appliances like toasters, blenders there is no problem as long as you follow directions (I would check a small area on bottom). St steel appliances I have used it on are dishwashers (sorry I can't remember which brands but they would be mid to top level >10 yrs old by now) and also on a Viking range. Viking says to use pastes/polishes only ~once weekly except for grates and follow the grain of the metal. They specifically name BKF for grates for daily use. There are other cleaners used more on the newer st steel e.g. Wiemans. They make a cream for "deeper" metal cleaning and wipes, trigger spray and aerosol cans for st steel ( all sold here on Amazon so you might check the product desciption). GE markets thier own wipes. I find these do a great job for polishing and fingerprints. They don't get at rust stains as seen in sinks and some appliances as well as BKF.There are two products here on Amazon: Scratch-B-Gone Stainless Steel Scratch Repair Kit and Rejuvenate Stainless Steel Scratch Eraser Kit. Here is an article on Wikihow http://www.wikihow.com/Remove-a-Scratch-from-a-Stainless-Steel-Refrigerator-Door that mentions using the kits as well as a baby oil/WD40/nylon scour pad. Perhaps you can find best answers from an appliance dealer (there are some who are old family businesses w/ yrs of experience and might do it for you) Good luck!! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thanks YouTube *by on Reviewed in the United States August 1, 2026* I saw this product used in a YouTube video by a couple that bought a fixer-upper house. Their shower stall, originally a light cream color, was stained to the color of cardboard. The time lapse video showed her using this and scrubbing the shower clean. My shower floor wasn't as darkly stained, but it looked dirty even after trying to scrub it with other cleaners and different types of scrubbing brushes so I decided to try this. Bar Keepers Friend restored my shower to its original color quickly and with hardly any effort using an old scrub brush I had on hand. My shower floor is a textured plastic material and I wasn't able to notice any change to the finish. The shower surround is a smooth plastic and I used the scrubber in a few places on the surround with just a bit of Bar Keepers Friend already on the brush and I could see it start to lose a bit of the shine so I would recommend using it sparingly and not apply directly on smooth shiny plastic materials. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Professional-Grade Restoration for Stainless Steel and Mineral Buildup *by on Reviewed in the United States May 6, 2026* I’ve relied on various cleansers for my home maintenance, but this formulation remains the gold standard for restoring surfaces that standard dish soap cannot touch. As a frequent reviewer of high-end cookware and household appliances, I tested this specifically on a stainless steel sauté pan with significant heat tint and a porcelain sink plagued by hard water minerals.​The non-bleach, oxalic acid-based formula is the standout feature here. Unlike gritty scouring powders that can compromise the finish of polished metals, this provides a deep clean through chemical action rather than heavy abrasion. It effectively dissolved baked-on carbon and removed oxidized "rainbow" stains from my stainless steel with minimal physical effort.​In the bathroom, it cut through calcified soap scum on my fixtures that had resisted traditional spray cleaners. The texture is fine enough that I didn't worry about micro-scratching my surfaces. For anyone managing a household with hard water issues or high-use stainless steel, this is an essential tool for maintaining a "like-new" appearance. It is a high-value staple that performs consistently across multiple surfaces. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing *by on Reviewed in the United States August 7, 2026* I don’t know what’s in this stuff but it obliterates everything. You can use it on any surface to remove any pesky stains. I use shampoo with some dye and use this to clean my shower of after and it’s perfect. Used it on my stainless steel sink to remove a rust stain and came right out. It will clear anything up! ## Frequently Bought Together - Bar Keepers Friend Powder Cleanser (2 x 12 oz) Multipurpose Cleaner, Stain & Rust Remover for Bathroom, Kitchen & Outdoor Use on Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Brass, Tile, Ceramic, Porcelain & More - Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser (26 oz) MORE Spray + Foam (25.4 oz) Multipurpose Cleaner Bundle, Stain & Rust Remover for Multi Surface Bathroom, Kitchen & Outdoor Cleaning - Bar Keepers Friend Superior Cookware Cleanser & Polish | 12-Ounces | 1-Unit --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/170398321-bar-keepers-friend-powder-cleanser-12-oz-x-2-multipurpose](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/170398321-bar-keepers-friend-powder-cleanser-12-oz-x-2-multipurpose) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-17*