Jun 6, 2017 · I use Oxiclean Versatile Free (Perfume free stuff) because it is cheaper. I also rinse everything well with hot water first and remove as much physical debris before I soak them. I use Oxiclean as a way to supplement my cleaning skills. In carboys, soaking them in hot water for an hour, empty most of the water and shove a rag inside.

Jun 9, 2014 · Concerned that the oxiclean may be bad for stainless steel I hit the forums to see what people had to say. Seems like there is a split decission. Some say it is 100% safe even for long soaks, some say it will pit and tarnish the stainless steel. To go a little deeper lets dive into what oxiclean really is (MSDS):

Nov 29, 2009 · My Oxiclean Free bucket I bought today (3.5 lbs) says 1/8 cup to 1/2 cup per gallon (too large a range for my comfort). The odd person on here says they use 2 tbsp (1/8 cup) per 5 gallons ; this is much less than the product label says.

Jan 27, 2015 · Oxiclean is very effective at cleaning. However, it is not no-rinse, it must be rinsed very well. It's great stuff for scrub-free cleaning, and I use it at 1/2 scoop per 4 gallons to remove beer bottle labels. Just a dunk in hot water and Oxiclean Versatile, and the labels generally fall right off, or can be peeled right off with no effort.

Apr 3, 2006 · oxiclean- like anything else, when used properly is fine for soaking. I routinely soak my cornies with oxiclean for 30 min, flip upside down into a clean 5 gallon bucket let it soak another 30 min to clean the top half. Perfectly clean corny with no corrosion everytime.

Jun 22, 2011 · 3. Yes, add the same amount of oxiclean and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Watch it. It will get all shinny again as the high pH removes the heavy oxidation. Rinse and fill with water and re-boil to build up a thin oxide layer. 4. Yes. You want oxidation, but this heavy layer might come off in your beer and leave a metallic taste.

Mar 15, 2010 · I use it to clean my plastic Better Bottles and just soak them ( sometimes for days if I forget ). Let the oxiclean do the work for you. Usually, I empty the BB except for a quart, shake the hell out of it, and rinse. No stuck krausen, no off smell.

Nov 12, 2009 · OxiClean brand is $2/lb here as well, for the same 160 gallons of cleaner. I am using OxiClean Free at the moment, as it was on sale and I like the multicolor tub PBW here is $5.25/lb for the same 160 gallons of cleaner. When you consider I only use maybe 1 pound per year, the cost difference doesnt mean much. But... it is there.

May 14, 2012 · Yes. You want to use the oxi clean free. And it only cleans and you wanna make sure to rinse very well. And as far as strength, I just use bout around a teaspoon or so per gallon.

Sep 6, 2024 · Oxiclean seems to be the main thing people use as an alternative to PBW, so I've used that to clean my keg, my brew kettle, and a bunch of other things. However, Oxiclean specifically says "DO NOT use Oxiclean on plastic." But on the other hand, I've seen tons of posts of homebrewers saying they clean their plastic fermenters with Oxiclean.