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What surfaces can I use Universal Cleaner on?Updated 3 hours ago

TL;DR: Universal Cleaner is a no-rinse multipurpose cleaner for 20+ surfaces around the home: kitchens, bathrooms, glass and mirrors, tiles and grout, floors, chrome fittings (with care), and soft furnishings (spot test first). Used undiluted. Not suitable for soft metals (zinc, copper, brass), raw aluminium, aftermarket window tints, or glass with factory-applied or aftermarket easy-clean coatings (such as ShowerGuard, Diamon-Fusion, ClearShield, EnduroShield, or similar hydrophobic glass treatments). Always spot test on unknown surfaces.


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Koh Universal Cleaner 20+ uses around the home
Koh Universal Cleaner before and after

What surfaces can I use Universal Cleaner on?

Koh Universal Cleaner is a no-rinse multipurpose cleaner that works on 20+ surfaces around the home. In the kitchen: worktops, splashbacks, ovens, hobs including induction hobs, extractor hoods, sinks, cabinet faces, and the inside of the fridge. In the bathroom: tiles, grout, showers, baths, basins, taps, vanity tops, mirrors, and toilet exteriors. On glass and mirrors: windows, mirrors, shower screens, glass tabletops, and polished surfaces with a streak-free finish. On floors: hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, and sealed stone. On chrome fittings with light spray and a wipe-and-dry technique. On carpets, rugs, upholstery, and leather for spot-cleaning after spot testing first. Used undiluted in your atomiser or spray mop.

✓ Kitchen

Worktops, splashbacks, ovens, hobs (including induction hobs), extractor hoods, sinks, cabinet faces, and the inside of the fridge.

Grease-safe Induction-safe

✓ Bathroom

Tiles, grout, showers, baths, basins, taps, vanity tops, mirrors, and toilet exteriors. Cuts through soap scum and limescale build-up.

Soap scum Grout-safe

✓ Glass and mirrors

Windows, mirrors, shower screens, glass tabletops, and polished surfaces. Streak-free finish with a microfibre cloth.

Streak-free No-rinse

✓ Floors

Hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, sealed stone, and most sealed floor surfaces. Pair with Spray Mop for a no-bucket mop.

Hardwood Laminate Sealed stone

✓ Chrome fittings (with care)

Taps, showerheads, and chrome hardware are fine with a light touch. Spray lightly (don't soak), wipe with a soft microfibre cloth, rinse or wipe again with clean water if needed, then dry to avoid water spots. Don't let it dwell on the surface, skip abrasive pads, and avoid damaged or peeling chrome.

Light spray Wipe and dry No abrasives

✓ Soft furnishings (spot test)

Carpets, rugs, upholstery, and leather for spot-cleaning. Always spot test in an inconspicuous area first. Avoid wool and untreated natural fibres.

Spot test Avoid wool

What surfaces should I avoid using Universal Cleaner on?

Koh Universal Cleaner is alkaline (pH 12.5) and isn't suitable for soft metals such as zinc, copper, and brass which can discolour or tarnish; raw or untreated aluminium which can oxidise or pit; aftermarket window tints and films which can peel or cloud; and glass surfaces with factory-applied or aftermarket easy-clean coatings (such as ShowerGuard, Diamon-Fusion, ClearShield, EnduroShield, or similar hydrophobic glass treatments), which can break down with alkaline cleaners. These materials react with alkaline cleaners generally, not just Koh. For wool and untreated natural fibres, use a different cleaner. When in doubt, spot test in an inconspicuous area before cleaning the full surface.

⚠ Not suitable for

Universal Cleaner is alkaline (pH 12.5). Soft metals (zinc, copper, brass) can discolour or tarnish. Raw aluminium can oxidise or pit. Aftermarket window tints and films can peel or cloud. Glass with easy-clean coatings (ShowerGuard, Diamon-Fusion, ClearShield, EnduroShield, or similar) can break down. These materials react with alkaline cleaners generally, not just Koh.

No soft metals No raw aluminium No aftermarket tints No easy-clean coatings No wool

How do I spot test Universal Cleaner on a surface?

To spot test Koh Universal Cleaner on an unknown surface: pick a hidden spot like the back of a cabinet, underside of a chair, hem of upholstery, or a corner that won't show. Apply a small amount of undiluted Universal Cleaner to a microfibre cloth and wipe gently. Wait a few minutes and check for discolouration, etching, or any change to the surface before cleaning the full area. If the surface looks unchanged, you're safe to proceed. If you notice any change, don't continue and try a different cleaner. Universal Cleaner is used undiluted, so the spot test reflects the actual product strength you'll be using.

✓ Quick spot test

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Pick a hidden spot. Back of a cabinet, underside of a chair, hem of upholstery, or a corner that won't show.

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Apply a small amount of undiluted Universal Cleaner to a microfibre cloth and wipe gently.

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Wait a few minutes and check for discolouration, etching, or surface change before cleaning the full area.

Koh Universal Cleaner 2L

Universal Cleaner

2L bag-in-box refill. The same two-ingredient formula in our most popular size. Approximately 3 months of cleaning for the average UK home.

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Last reviewed: May 2026 · Koh UK

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