A chrome bumper is never constructed from solid chrome. Instead, a metal or other material, including aluminum, copper or plastic, is chrome-plated to achieve the shine and luxury while creating a safer, stronger bumper. After years of puddles and road salt, rust may begin to form on the chrome bumper and will spread if left untreated. Fix the smaller rust spots on your chrome bumper with safe products before they become large holes.
Create a mixture of one-half tablespoon mild liquid dish soap and 3 cups lukewarm water. Stir the water to incorporate the mild dish soap, which doesn’t contain dyes or perfumes.
Dampen a soft cloth with the soapy mixture and clean off the chrome bumper. Rinse the bumper with lukewarm water and dry it with a tack cloth.
Pour 2 cups white vinegar, one-half tablespoon lemon juice and two tablespoons table salt into a plastic bowl. Stir the water to incorporate the lemon juice and salt.
Wet a piece of aluminum foil with the lemon juice mixture and work it into the rust spots. Continue to gently work the mixture into the rust until it is completely gone.
Wipe away the excess mixture with a soft cloth. The white vinegar and lemon juice mixture removes the rust while restoring the chrome’s shine.
