Is there a way to clean the dark, shiny buildup off the strop, or is it best left on?
751452
Try some rough sandpaper, it will breakup the surface and remove the buildup. Caution: don't overdo, it does remove material.
1341993
Have not used mine enough to have this problem. If build up includes grease, I.would clean. Otherwise,it's yourCall.
1139497
I heated it up with a hair drier and removed carefuly with a knife. A scraper will aldo do the job
807470
I had some type of grease where I was able to remove enough to where it wasn't so noticeable. I'd say about 95% of it. But it does take some effort. Good luck.
48029
I believe if you read the owner's manual rhat is caused by you turning it off before it runs through its 2 minutes brushing cycle. When you turn it off and then back on it picks up from you stipped. Just let it turn itself off.
447711
Soak in hot water for a bit then wipe out with paper towel .rinse off any remaining residue
1798414
Hi, Sorry to hear that, Yes, my experience was horrible with that product too. I tried getting rid of it just on one area (stairs) and I simply used a very hard-bristle metal brush. I don't really know if there are solvents or something better, I would ask @ home depot. Sorry.Hope you asked for a refund, I sent Rust-Oleum a dissatisfaction email and they refunded the product price. Not a complete consolation since the time & effort is more expensive, but it's something.
137987
I used paste. It looks awesome, but my guess is it will only come off with a remover product or steam and I doubt it will be rental clean.
259088
While you could probably go ahead and reload after cleaning/drying, I like to run mine through a corncob cleaning to get some polish back on the brass. I use the sonic cleaner to get the worst of the carbon off, then tumble to make it pretty.
722688
Any stainless steel polish will take those spots off. "Been there done that"..
1836326
Didn't apply too much; problem is that you didn't remove it all. The finish should be smooth as silk and super bright. This is a CLEANER and a polish. It takes a lot of work to remove it all. Use a very soft cloth, but you will need to rub hard, and concentrate on one small area at a time. Also, don't let it get wet for 24 hours; it has to "cure". All worth it, though.
1056813
Grease and is really visual. You don't want to use any ruff material. I do a grease cleaner then go over it with baby oil if you want it to look like new. Yep baby oil I sad it olive oil work to to don't get any streeks
356318
I use a Scotch Bright non-scratch pad and a little liquid soap. Cleans it right off.
159232
I use Barkeepers Friend to clean mine. It gives a nice bright sheen to it, I must say though that mine has not gotten discolored neither inside or out. Good luck!
1159554
The sued side. Truth be told though, get a decent quality strop if you are going to do something as fancy as chrome oxy. Do you have a good wet stone?
1088378
Oh no try doing a test patch using white vinegar mixed with water, but dry right way.It should strip the finish off.Good luck! I have tile thru out as I live in the tropics.
1490494
I agree with one of the other answers. I would run a traditional patch or bore swab through it after cleaning is complete.