Q. Can Brillo Supreme Strip & Shine Steel Wool Balls be used to clean glass? A. No, this is not recommended, as the potential to scratch the glass is high.

Brillo is a trade name for a scouring pad, used for cleaning dishes, and made from steel wool impregnated with soap. The concept was patented in 1913, at a time when aluminium pots and pans were replacing cast iron in the kitchen; the new cookware blackened easily.

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Here's what Cam has to say after trying the Brillo version: “It turns out the Brillo Basic scrub square from Dollar Tree is just as durable as the Scrub Daddy; it's just a little bit smaller in size! If you're looking for a durable scrubby at a low cost, definitely try the Brillo for just a buck.”

Powers Out Grease and Grime Give it a try. The anti-rust formula restores grills, pots, and baking sheets to their former glory. That's why Brillo is one of the most trusted names in household cleaning. Long-lasting soap pad with anti-rust formula has 29% more soap and 8% more steel wool than any other soap pad*.

Brillo 180mg Tablet is used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, possibly leading to a heart attack or stroke.

It's easy to keep your copper pots and stainless steel sink and appliances looking like new with Brillo Cameo®. A non-abrasive powder cleaner, it's designed to restore luster to household surfaces, including copper and stainless steel. Use it on ceramic tiles, too! Make regular deep cleans a part of your routine.

It's worth noting that this is surely more expensive than your run of the mill sponge, but I imagine the large size and special material might contribute to the cost. According to the brand, the sponge is supposed to last two weeks - just as long as a normal one, though it'll vary for each person.

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1913: The co-inventors patented their product with the help of an attorney, Milton Loeb, who also bought an interest in the venture. The group secured the patent and chose the name Brillo, which appears to be derived from brillante, the Spanish word for bright.

But - you guessed it - you shouldn't be using steel wool pads to remove stains inside your toilet bowl. “The porcelain is delicate and the pads may scratch the finish [beyond] repair,” says Justin Carpenter, owner of the Dallas house-cleaning service Modern Maids.

Know when to get rough and when to be delicate. Your stovetop, grill, and burner pans need tough love from a heavy-duty tool like Brillo Steel Wool Soap Pads. But your dishes and countertops require a no-scratch solution like the Brillo Estracell Sponge with Wedge Edge.

Definition of 'Brillo' a compact pad of steel wool containing soap, used for scouring pots, pans, etc. noun. 2. [ also b-] such a pad.

For particularly tough stains, try mixing a solution of 25% bleach and 75% baking soda in a cup. Always test the solution on a small section of your ceramic tile before you tackle the mold (source).

Scrub Daddy is soft, compressible, and more absorbent in warm water. In cold water he's firm and can remove stubborn debris without the need for added harsh chemicals. Safe scrubbing on over a dozen different household surfaces including glass, non-stick coatings, granite, ceramic, wood and stainless steel.

You can change the absorbency by adjusting water temperature - the warmer Scrub Daddy is the more effectively it picks up and retains liquids. With proper care - such as not scrubbing very abrasive surfaces - Scrub Daddy may last as long as 2 months or more depending on your individual use.