Clean chrome with a gentle wash and a dry finish

Start with loose residue and mild soap

Chrome bathroom fittings are a plated finish, so preserving the surface matters as much as removing grime. The Spruce recommends a soft cloth or nonabrasive sponge with warm dish-soap solution for ordinary cleaning. Wring the cloth rather than letting it drip, and rinse it frequently so collected toothpaste and soap residue are not spread back over the fixture.

Reach small areas without scouring

A soft toothbrush can reach suitable edges and crevices. Rinse away the cleaning residue, then buff the fixture dry with a clean lint-free cloth. The guide warns against abrasive pads, stiff brushes and harsh scouring powders because damaged plating is difficult to restore. Its more specialized stain-removal suggestions should still be checked against the fixture manufacturer's instructions, especially for coated or decorative finishes. Drying after handwashing or shower use reduces the opportunity for new water marks, making a small regular habit preferable to repeatedly attacking a heavy buildup with stronger tools.

Chrome bathroom fittings are a plated finish, so preserving the surface matters as much as removing grime.