How to Maintain Chrome Weights

A nice set of chrome weights can be your best friend when it comes to staying in shape or building muscle mass. Protecting these weights from damage or rust is an important step in ensuring the safety of your workouts and the security of your investment. Chrome weights are not cheap, and it is much easier to keep them looking like new than it is to replace them. You do not need any special equipment to maintain your chrome weights, just a post-workout cleaning routine.

Things You'll Need

  • Clean cloth
  • All-purpose cleaner
  • Disinfecting wipes
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Instructions

    • 1

      Store your weights in an area of your home with a constant temperature, away from moisture. Rust is one of the most common problems to affect chrome weights, but you can prevent it with proper storage.

    • 2

      Spray an all-purpose cleaner on your weights once a week, and wipe them clean. This helps remove any built-up skin oils, grime or dirt.

    • 3

      Wipe your weights with a disinfecting wipe after each use to neutralize bacteria and to keep your weights clean for the next use.

    • 4

      Rub your weights down with a clean towel or cloth after you disinfect to remove excess moisture.