Fingerprints and scratches will also show up a lot more obviously on brushed nickel. Brushed nickel fixtures should be cleaned with a soft, damp rag daily. Satin nickel can be treated just with a soft cloth that’s either dry or slightly dampened, and only ever really needs to be cleaned when you see big smudges or spots that need to be polished.
For example, you could used satin nickel on the door handle, faucets, and showerhead in the bathroom while using brushed nickel for accessories like towel racks and hooks.
