Water spots and dull marks on the chrome trim of your jets are almost always mineral deposits left behind as bath water dries, not rust, and they usually come off with a microfiber cloth and a little dish soap. If a spot stays put after that, a chrome polish made for plated fixtures brings the shine back, and the white plastic inner portion of the larger jets can be unscrewed so you can reach the trim more easily. Keep any polish or metal cleaner on the metal only, and send photos to support if a mark does not change after cleaning.

Why Chrome Jet Trim Spots Up

Every bath leaves a thin film of water on the jet faces, and as it evaporates the minerals in it stay behind as light gray or white spots. Homes with a water softener can still see some spotting, because residue from bath products and the last traces of minerals dry on the trim just the same. Epsom salts can also spot or discolor chrome finishes, so a quick rinse after a salt bath helps. Marks that look orange or brown are often mistaken for rust, but on the chrome jet trim they are usually just heavier water stains, and the same cleaning routine takes care of them. If you are seeing similar marks on the threshold or the drain, see why there are rust spots on the threshold or drain.

Cleaning the Jets Step by Step

1. Wipe the chrome trim with a damp microfiber cloth and a drop of dish soap, working in small circles, then rinse and dry with a clean cloth.
2. If spots remain, apply a chrome polish with a soft cloth, buff until the haze clears, and wipe away any residue.
3. On the larger jets, unscrew the white plastic inner portion and lift it out of the tub so you can clean the trim and the inside of the jet body, then thread it back in by hand.
4. For a stubborn stain on the metal, support has also recommended a metal cleaner such as Brasso or Bar Keepers Friend. Keep these products on the chrome only, and check which cleaners are safe for the tub before anything touches the acrylic.
5. Rinse the whole area, dry the trim, and make a habit of a quick wipe after each bath to slow future spotting.

What Not to Use Around the Jets

Avoid abrasive pads, scouring powders, or harsh solvents on the acrylic surrounding the jets, since they can scratch or dull the finish. The chrome trim is plated, so scrubbing pads leave fine scratches that trap even more residue over time. See what you can safely clean the tub with for everyday cleaning, and cleaning the glass screen, door, and chrome fixtures for the rest of the metal on the tub.

If the Spots Do Not Change

If cleaning and polish make no difference, open a ticket with a few clear photos of the jets in good light. Support can tell a water stain from a finish problem and will let you know the next step, and having your model and serial number ready helps the team identify the exact jet on your tub. More routine questions, including how often to flush the system, are collected in common maintenance questions.

Common Questions

Still Need Help?

Open a ticket at ellasbubbles.com/support or call (800) 480-6850 and have your model and serial number ready.