Cif Spray Cleaners
Cif is a Unilever cleaning brand. Its sprays are common across Europe.
Updated . Edited by: Ilyass Ben Hakim.
Where to buy
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Supermarkets in the UK, Ireland, Europe and Australia carry Cif sprays. US buyers mostly find imported bottles on online marketplaces.
Professional insight
Professional cleaners pick a Cif spray by surface, not scent. Steel, bathroom and kitchen formulas work differently.
- Cream sprays cling to tiles and walls longer.
- Stainless steel spray targets fingerprints and water marks.
- Check whether the bottle contains bleach before mixing anything.
- Imported bottles may carry labels in another language.
Check the label
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Types
| Spray style | Typical job |
|---|---|
| Cream spray | Clinging foam for tiles, sinks and hobs |
| Kitchen spray | Grease on worktops and splashbacks |
| Bathroom spray | Limescale and soap scum |
| Stainless steel spray | Fingerprints and dried water drops |
| All purpose spray | Daily wipe downs on many surfaces |
Cif ranges and names change by country. Read the bottle for the exact use.
How to use it
- 1Test on a small hidden spot first.
- 2Spray onto a cool surface, not a hot hob.
- 3Leave it a few seconds, longer for tough marks.
- 4Wipe with a damp cloth.
- 5Rinse food areas with clean water and dry.
Safe use
- Keep sprays out of reach of children.
- Avoid spraying toward eyes and face.
- Rinse eyes with water for several minutes if splashed.
- Open a window when cleaning small bathrooms.
- Store upright in a dry place.
Common questions
- Is Cif the same as Jif?
- Cif was once sold as Jif in some countries. It is the same brand line.
- Why is Cif hard to find in US stores?
- Unilever focuses Cif on markets outside the US. Imports fill the gap.
- Can I use Cif spray on stainless steel?
- Use the stainless steel spray. Some other formulas can leave marks.