How to Clean Galvanized Steel Pipe

How to Clean Galvanized Steel Pipe
Written By
Joe Christos
Joe Christos
Published: Aug 14, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Cleaning galvanized pipe will extend the life of the zinc-oxide coating.

Things You Will Need

  • 1 gallon hot water
  • 1 gallon bucket
  • Lint-free rag
  • Soft brush
  • Metal polish
  • 1/4 cup dish soap
  • 1 cup vinegar
  1. Mix in a bucket 1 gallon of hot water, 1/4 cup dish soap and 1 cup vinegar.

  2. Dip a soft brush in the soap solution and scrub the pipe using small circular rotations.

  3. Rinse the pipe off with warm water and then wipe dry.

  4. Use a lint-free rag to apply metal polish with small circular rotations.

  5. Allow the metal polish to dry and then wipe clean.

The Drip Cap

  • Galvanized steel pipes are used typically in plumbing applications where the metal is exposed constantly to moisture.
  • Dip a soft brush in the soap solution and scrub the pipe using small circular rotations.

Photo Credits

cast iron pipe image by jimcox40 from Fotolia.com

cast iron pipe image by jimcox40 from Fotolia.com

Joe Christos

Based in New Jersey, Joe Christos has experience writing about fitness, finance, gardening and medical equipment. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in history from Kean University, as well as B.A. degrees in film and advertising from Rowan…

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