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How to wash the shower and remove plaque from the glass

Recently, it has become fashionable to use showers instead of bathtubs.

When choosing a shower cabin, it is important that it blends harmoniously with the rest of the interior of the apartment or house and fits in the size of the bathroom.

But over time, plaque forms on the glass of the shower stall, which is caused by bad water, soap and sebum. Naturally, any hostess is concerned about the question of how to wash the shower and remove plaque from the glass.

In order to wash the shower, you can use various cleaning gels, it is important that they do not contain caustic substances that can damage the surface of glass or polystyrene.

Shower cleaners

Shower cabins can be divided into two types. One includes those made of tempered safety glass, which come in clear, frosted, and tinted. They are easy to wash and do not lose their appearance over time. With booths that have a special anti-plaque coating, there are no problems. The second type includes showers made of polystyrene. They begin to become cloudy after a while on their own. Dried drops of water form a fleur on the glass, which is very difficult to wash off. For such showers, the “Tilex-Fresh Shower” product is suitable, which will wash everything well. It should be used as soon as the cabin is installed and sprayed without rinsing after using the shower. For other booths, such special cleaning products are produced: “OROfresh”, “M. Muscle”, “Delu”, “Luxus”. But it is possible to use other cleaning gels and sprays. It is important to remember that powders containing coarse abrasive particles that can damage the surface of plexiglass and acrylic should not be used.

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Routine shower cleaning

To wash the booth, you will need the following materials and tools:

• Toothbrush;
• sponge;
• cleaning sprays and gels;
• lemon acid;
• vinegar;
• means for glasses and mirrors;
• spray.

After you have purchased washing liquids and powders, you can proceed directly to cleaning. First, dampen the walls with warm water and apply the cleaning gel to a soft sponge. Next, you need to clean the shower cabin from all sides. After some time, rinse all washed walls with water. To remove dirt in hard-to-reach places, you can use an old toothbrush. At the same time, do not rub hard so that microcracks do not appear. The agent should be washed off as thoroughly as possible, otherwise white stains may remain on the surface.

If fungus or plaque appears on the walls of the booth, they must be treated with a weak solution of chlorine. Then the walls should be rinsed well with clean water and wiped with a dry cloth, and the room should be well ventilated. To add shine, you need to take a soft towel and, moistening it with liquid for glasses and mirrors, wipe the shower cabin from all sides. Thus, all stains left after washing will be finally removed, and the walls will be protected from dust.

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Cleansing with lemon solution

You can wash the walls of the shower cabin using citric acid. It is necessary to prepare a solution from a bag of citric acid (10 g) and 100 ml of warm water. Pour the solution into a spray bottle. Spray the composition on the walls and leave for 10-15 minutes. When the time has passed, wipe the surface with a sponge and rinse with warm water. If some of the deposits remain, it is necessary to increase the amount of citric acid. To do this, you need to take not one, but two of her bags for the same amount of water. Citric acid can be replaced with vinegar by taking 20 ml of vinegar and 100 ml of water.

Many people install showers instead of bathtubs. They have many advantages: compact in size, easy to use, and often also multifunctional. It may seem that the structures do not need special care, but if you neglect the simple rules of cleaning, unattractive stains and stains may appear on the surface. You can wash the shower cabin with store or folk remedies.

When choosing a detergent, consider the type of dirt and the type of material for which it will be used. The shower cabin has plastic and glass elements, chrome parts, and the tray can be made of acrylic or enamelled steel.

store funds

In stores, the choice of cleaning products for plumbing and showers is huge. It is better to buy a spray, gel, cream or liquid. Good for dealing with pollution

• "Cif" - a special composition of creamy consistency, which copes well with lime, soap deposits and rust, has a pleasant smell and has bleaching properties.
• "Mr. Muscle" - a spray that will help restore transparency and shine to glass doors.
  
• "Acrilan" - a liquid that is applied with a spray gun, can be used to combat severe pollution and mold.
  
• "Tilex" is a product that not only copes well with grease stains from soap, but also has antibacterial properties, which is very important when caring for a shower cabin.
  

The list of household chemicals that are suitable for home use can be continued for a long time. To verify this, just visit the appropriate department in any store. When choosing a product, study the composition and purpose, since some gels and creams based on ammonia, alcohol and other aggressive substances are incompatible with certain materials.

Note! Do not use various powders and liquid formulations containing abrasive particles to clean the shower cabin. The abrasive leaves scratches in which dirt is easily clogged, and it will become more and more difficult to clean it every time.

Another tool for cleaning the shower cabin - video:

If you think that household chemicals are harmful to humans, you can use folk remedies. In the piggy bank of experienced housewives, there are usually several recipes that help to cope even with complex and neglected pollution.

table vinegar

Vinegar helps to effectively fight limescale. It easily destroys deposits of mineral salts that are contained in water, restores shine to chrome elements and destroys most bacteria, and also eliminates soap scum. Use it like this:

1. Prepare a solution by mixing one cup of vinegar with two cups of water.
2. Using a spray bottle, spray the solution onto the shower cabin, paying particular attention to the contaminated areas.
3. Leave on for 10-15 minutes and then rinse with plain water.

If your faucet or hydromassage head has heavy lime deposits, vinegar will also help get rid of them. Dilute it with water in a ratio of 1: 1 and moisten a rag or napkin with plenty of water in the prepared solution. Put it on problem areas and leave for a few hours or overnight, then rinse with clean water. If the part is easily unscrewed, it can be removed and lowered into the vinegar solution.

Note! Vinegar is a corrosive substance, so be sure to use rubber gloves to protect yourself when working with it.

Lemon acid

Often, housewives wash the shower with citric acid, because this is one of the simplest, most effective, inexpensive and safe methods. The principle of using a food additive is very similar to vinegar:

1. Dissolve a 100-gram sachet of citric acid in 0.5 liters of warm water.
2. Spray the prepared mixture onto contaminated surfaces with a spray bottle.
3. After 10-15 minutes, it can be washed off with clean water.

To give chrome elements a special shine, additionally wipe them with a slice of fresh lemon.

Citric acid can also be used in combination with baking soda. In a glass of warm water, dilute a small bag of citric acid (20–30 gr.) And 20 gr. soda. Use the prepared solution according to the above principle.

Vodka or alcohol

Medical alcohol or vodka will not only quickly remove dirt and stains, but will also additionally disinfect the shower cabin. To do this, mix a spoonful of strong drink with two tablespoons of clean water. Soak a soft cloth or cloth in the prepared mixture and wipe the problem areas. Then wipe dry with a dry cloth. To enhance the effect, add a spoonful of vinegar.

Toothpaste or powder

If you want to restore the cleanliness of an acrylic or enamel tray, use toothpaste. Apply it in a thin layer on the surface to be treated. After a while, you need to remove the paste with a sponge and wash the walls with clean water.

An alternative can be tooth powder, which is even better at dealing with various types of dirt. Sprinkle them on problem areas and lightly rub with a damp cloth, then rinse. Tooth powder has a mild effect, so it is not able to damage acrylic or enamel.

Ammonia

If you want the glass to sparkle clean, use ammonia:

1. Dilute a tablespoon of the substance in a liter of cold water.
2. Soak a soft cloth in the solution.
3. Wipe glass surfaces with it.

The solution can also be used to clean the walls. If a little glycerin is added to the mixture, then it will not only cope with pollution of various origins, but also leave an invisible film on the surface that will repel water.

Note! When working with ammonia, a strong unpleasant odor will appear in the room, so even before starting work, open the window.

Hydrogen peroxide

Another remedy from the home first aid kit, hydrogen peroxide, can also get rid of limescale. It is excellent and in just a few minutes will soften, or even completely dissolve, deposits of mineral salts on the walls, mixer and other details. It is enough to moisten a soft cloth in peroxide and wipe the problem areas with it. If the plaque cannot be removed immediately, a napkin soaked in an antiseptic can be left for a while.

Daily care

Soap and limescale is quite difficult to remove, but it can be prevented. To do this, regularly (daily or once every few days) you should perform simple actions:

1. After taking a shower, wash the walls with hot and then cold water.
2. Rinse off scum and soap residue well, paying special attention to corners and hard-to-reach places, from which dirt and deposits will be much more difficult to wash out. For these purposes, it is best to use a shower with a hose.
3. Dry the walls and other elements of the shower cabin. Do not leave water splashes, as salt deposits may form after them.

Simple manipulations that take no more than 15 minutes will greatly simplify the care of the structure in the future and help maintain its attractive appearance.

spring-cleaning

Once every 10-14 days, the shower cabin should be thoroughly cleaned from various contaminants. General cleaning should also be carried out in cases where the structure has not been used for a long time, for example, you were away.

General cleaning is carried out in several main stages:

• Cleaning of walls and plastic elements. Get rid of lime deposits and other types of contaminants. To do this, apply the selected product to the surface, leave for a while and rinse with clean water. When cleaning walls, pay special attention to the seams between the tiles, as this is a favorite place for mold.
• Washing glass doors. Thoroughly wash the glass from soap stains. Well, special sprays for windows and glasses will cope with this task. A solution of vinegar, citric acid or ammonia is also suitable. Use the product as directed, then wipe dry with a soft cloth.
• Cleaning chrome elements. Thoroughly clean the mixer, hydromassage head and other elements from mineral salts. With the help of purchased or folk remedies, return them to an attractive shine.
• Tray washing. The last step is to wash the pan. When choosing a detergent, consider the material from which it is made. For example, for acrylic pallets it is strictly forbidden to use formulations with formaldehyde, formic acid. Enameled pallets are more resistant to chemicals, but it is better to refuse abrasive.

Going to do a general cleaning in the shower, arm yourself with the following tools and fixtures:

• soft rags and microfiber;
• spray gun;
• rubber scraper;
• foam sponge;
• toothbrush.

We remove limescale from the shower cabin - video:

Do not use hard brushes or metal scrapers as they may leave scratches.

Advice! If stubborn dirt cannot be dealt with by traditional methods, use a steam cleaner. Under the pressure of hot steam, no dirt can resist.

Mold control

It is not difficult to wash a plastic or glass shower stall, but it is much more difficult to deal with a fungus. If you notice black spots in the corners, in the seams and hard-to-reach places, immediately use special antifungal compounds. Use them according to the instructions. An alternative would be a mixture of baking soda, ammonia and vinegar.

Mix half a glass of vinegar and ammonia solution, add 0.25 cups of soda. Clean the problem areas with the prepared mixture. They can be lightly rubbed with a toothbrush. Leave for a while and then rinse off.

We fight mold in the bathroom - video:

Clean the shower in time, wash off the soap stains and wipe the walls dry, then it will be much easier to keep it clean.

Just a few decades ago, such a type of washing organization as a “shower cabin” was available only for wealthy families, and in simple average houses they did not even hear about such a miracle. Currently, such separate washing boxes are one of the most common options for organizing a bathroom. It is unlikely that any businesslike owner will refuse to organize a separate room for a shower in his house, even having an ordinary bath at his disposal.

Like all plumbing in the bathroom, the bathing area is prone to the formation of lime contamination on all elements: mixer, walls, bottom and doors.

Let's figure out how to properly get rid of salt sediment, maintain the original appearance and performance of the shower room.

Types of shower cabins

There are many options for the execution of washing boxes. The bathing cabin can not only be purchased ready-made, but also assembled from suitable moisture-resistant materials.

If you have purchased a ready-made washing box or corner, then you should carefully read the product passport. Usually, a product passport is issued along with a check when buying a shower cabin in a store. In the product passport, the manufacturer indicates what materials the bottom and doors are made of and gives recommendations for caring for the product.

The doors of the washing room in budget products are made of plastic, in more expensive models glass is used.

It is worth paying special attention to the material from which the bottom of the shower is made. Acrylic or enamel coating can be used as a coating. In some models, the bottom is made of stainless materials.

Particularly skilled craftsmen can build a built-in shower box on their own. Usually, in this case, the bottom and walls of the room are lined with ceramic tiles, and the doors are used in plastic or glass versions.

How to reduce water hardness

With regular use of the washing room, no matter how clean we leave it after use, the formation of a trace of salt is inevitable. Where does it come from and why is it so difficult to wash it off with a regular rinse?

Limescale is a white precipitate, formed mainly by calcium carbonate salts, as well as salts of other minerals. The formation of a white precipitate is also influenced by soap and shampoo residues that settle during the procedure. Accordingly, by reducing the amount of salt, you can reduce the hardness and reduce the rate of formation of a salt mark on the walls of the washing room.

Softening methods:

• Installation in the water supply system of a special filter with a reagent. Lime, lime-soda mixture, soda-sodium mixture and synthetic softeners can be used as a reagent. The lime method is most suitable for reducing the hardness of a solution with a high content of carbonate compounds. The lime-soda method is used with a low salt content - up to 1.4-1.8 mg-eq / l. The soda-sodium method is used to reduce the hardness of a liquid in which carbonate hardness slightly predominates over non-carbonate hardness. The use of synthetic reagents is advisable if the softener filter is installed on the entire water system as a whole. In this case, softened water is used not only in rooms or bathing areas, but also in washing machines and dishwashers.
• membrane method. This salt reduction method is based on "sieving" the solution through a semi-permeable membrane under pressure. Such a membrane allows only H2O molecules to pass through. Accordingly, all impurities of salts and organics settle on the membrane. This cleaning method is based on the operation of reverse osmosis filters. With the help of such a filter, it is possible to qualitatively prepare water not only for bathing, but also for food use and drinking.
• magnetic method. This method refers to a method of reducing stiffness under the influence of the magnetic field of permanent magnets. H2O, flowing through a magnetic field, changes its physical properties. As a result of this reaction, silicates, salts of magnesium and calcium, lose their ability to be deposited in the form of solid deposits and scale. In addition, after magnetic treatment, the water itself loosens and removes previously deposited scale.
• electromagnetic method. With this method, H2O is exposed to electromagnetic waves of a certain frequency, which are generated by a special device based on a microprocessor. With this exposure, calcium and magnesium ions lose their ability to form sediment and scale and are removed from the system along with liquids into the sewer.

How to remove lime deposits from stainless steel

Stainless steel is a material that is highly resistant to corrosion, scratches and stains. Stainless steel shower trays are not subject to deformation over time and have a fairly budget price tag. All these advantages make stainless steel bottoms very attractive for everyday use.

• Fill the pan with "almost boiling water". You should not fill the bathing "cuvette" to the very brim, in this case it will be quite difficult for you not to spill boiling water around the washing room. Add a few tablespoons of dishwashing gel to hot water and lather well. Using a soft sponge, thoroughly scrub the surface of the entire pan. Empty the tub, rinse with cold water. Do not use abrasives when cleaning stainless steel products. Such products can leave scratches on the stainless steel itself and ruin the appearance of the coating.
• Hydrogen peroxide can be used to clean and shine. Mix one part of peroxide with three parts of wine vinegar, and using a soft cloth, apply the resulting composition to the stainless steel coating. Rub it. Do not mix too much of the working composition, for the first time it is enough to use one tablespoon of hydrogen peroxide and three tablespoons of vinegar. This method will allow not only to clean the salt sediment in the stainless steel shower tray, but also to additionally disinfect the shower box, which is very important for pet owners.
• When caring for a bathing cabin, you can also use special products recommended by the manufacturer to remove white deposits from stainless steel coatings. Such substances are specially designed for gentle care of stainless steel. Be sure to read the instructions for use on the back of the package. If you are not sure that the purchased product is really suitable for caring for a stainless steel product, then first try it on an inconspicuous area.

How to remove limescale from tiles

As a rule, ceramic tiles covered with a white coating cease to shine, fade and acquire a whitish, grayish or beige tint. For regular maintenance of tiles, it is recommended to use liquid and creamy products. Dry powders can scratch the front of the tile and it will become not only difficult, but almost impossible to restore its former shine to it.

How can you safely care for a shower lined with ceramic tiles:

• 9% vinegar solution. Pour 9% vinegar into a spray bottle and spray on tiled walls. Leave the mixture for 2-3 minutes, and then intensively brush the entire surface of the tile with a brush. Wash off with cool water.
• Lemon acid. Apply lemon powder to wet walls with a soft dampened sponge. Rub vigorously, leave for 5-10 minutes, and then rinse off the remaining powder. Wipe the ceramic tile walls dry with a dry cloth.
• Special household liquids for cleaning tiles from salt deposits.

How to clean an enamel and acrylic bath from limescale

Acrylic is one of the modern materials used to make bathtubs. Very quickly, acrylic containers have earned the trust of many housewives. And this is not surprising. After all, acrylic bathing "cuvettes" have a rich white color, intense shine and low weight, which greatly simplifies their purchase and installation.

Acrylic bathtub must not be cleaned with abrasive materials and powders. Just like stainless steel, acrylic requires “gentle” handling.

Let's see what substances you can use to care for acrylic bathtubs and pallets:

• Lemon acid. Apply lemon powder to a wet bath, leave for 5-10 minutes. If the powder has not completely dissolved, then moisten it again on top and leave to stand for another 5-10 minutes. With a non-rigid sponge, rub the entire acrylic coating of the bathing “cuvette”. Rinse the surface.
• There is a second way to use citric acid to clean acrylic. Dissolve a bag of lemon in two glasses of warm H2O. With a sponge dipped in the resulting composition, carefully spoil the entire surface of the shower tray or bath. If it was not possible to wash off the yellowness or plaque the first time, then repeat the procedure again until the acrylic bathing “cuvette” acquires its former whiteness and shine.
• Specially developed products for cleaning acrylic coatings. Such creamy substances can be purchased at a regular hardware store. Before first use, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions for use.

How to clean a bathroom faucet

The easiest and most gentle way to remove accumulated salt deposits on a tap or mixer is hot water. Disconnect the watering can and mixer handles from the system and dip them in boiling water for a few minutes. Under the action of boiling water, the salt precipitate will begin to soften and it will be easy to remove it with a regular sponge of medium softness without the use of any detergent compositions.

If the use of boiling water did not help, then you should refrain from using various mechanical influences. By doing this, you can not only spoil the top coating of the faucet and watering can, but also damage the faucet itself.

For severe pollution, you should try the following products:

• 9% vinegar. Soak a soft cloth in vinegar and rub the faucet. Vinegar will not only dissolve salt deposits, but also add shine to chrome finishes.
• Use specially designed formulations. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions for each application.

How to remove limescale from glass

The most famous and effective substances to combat white plaque are vinegar and ammonia.

Let's figure out how to apply them correctly so that the effect is maximum:

• Run hot water or steam into the bathing cabin. Under the action of hot steam, salt deposits soften and are easily removed.
• Prepare a mixture of 1 tablespoon vinegar essence and 1 cup H2O. Pour the liquid into a spray bottle and apply to the glass doors. If there is no spray gun, then you can simply moisten a soft cloth or household sponge in vinegar solution and apply it to the glass. Remember that skin contact with acetic acid can cause irritation, use rubber household gloves. Leave the solution for a quarter of an hour, and then rub it intensively with a soft cloth and rinse.

When washing glasses, do not use harsh abrasive materials. When they are used, subtle cracks remain on the glass, which over time are heavily clogged with lime deposits and caring for the washing box becomes noticeably more complicated. Also, with the appearance of microcracks, the glass loses its luster and becomes dull.

• Prepare a mixture of ammonia and H2O in a ratio of 1:10 (20 ml per 200 ml H2O). Rub the glass with a soft sponge or cloth soaked in the prepared mixture. Rinse the glass and wipe dry with a dry cloth.

Remember that you need to work with ammonia in a well-ventilated area!

• Acetic acid and ammonia can be replaced by citric acid. Prepare a mixture of 20 g of lemon and a glass of warm water. Pour the liquid into a spray bottle and apply to the walls of the shower box. After a quarter of an hour, rub the surface with a household sponge or rag and wash off the rest of the mixture.
• Special detergents for glasses. Apply cleaning agent to the glass walls and doors according to the manufacturer's instructions. Wash away. Wipe the glasses dry with a soft, dry cloth.

How to clean the hydromassage system

If the bath is equipped with a jacuzzi, then the hydromassage elements also require special care.

If used regularly, the hydromassage system should be cleaned once a week. If you rarely use the Jacuzzi, then do not neglect cleaning the system once every 2-3 weeks. otherwise, untimely care can cause breakdowns and blockages.

How to clean the hydromassage complex:

• fill the system above the nozzles with warm water;
• add a special cleaner according to the instructions;
• turn on the jacuzzi for a quarter of an hour;
• completely drain the used liquid;
• fill the system with clean warm water;
• run the jacuzzi for 5 minutes;
• Drain all liquids from the wash box.

Remember that when using special cleaning compounds, you must strictly follow the manufacturer's recommendations for use.

If there is no special tool at hand, then you can use the following method:

• Take 2 liters of 7% bleach solution and pour it into a Jacuzzi filled with warm water. Further, according to the instructions above, start the jacuzzi for a quarter of an hour and then remove the remnants of the detergent composition and flush the system.

Often installed in apartments with a small bathroom area, which saves a significant part of the space. However, for the owners of such plumbing, despite all the amenities, the problem becomes relevant: how to wash the shower cabin? After all, over time, the original shine and purity are lost, soap stains, limescale, and sometimes even mold and rust appear. How to deal with all these troubles than to wash the shower? The answer to these questions depends on two factors: the nature of the contamination and the material of the surface on which it is located.

How to wash a shower cabin, the walls and doors of which are made of plastic? To clean these surfaces, products such as Tilex Fresh Shower, Frosh Essig Reiniger, Luxus Clean Bath, Mister Muscle, etc. are suitable. They are used according to the instructions.

1. Enamelled surfaces can be cleaned with powders, sprays or gels.
2. Contaminants on the faucet, handles and door hinges, coated with chrome, are removed using special tools (Delu, etc.).
3. When cleaning aluminum, plastic and acrylic surfaces, do not use solvents, abrasives or aggressive chemicals, as they may permanently damage them. It is necessary to use only means specially designed for these materials. To preserve the shine of the acrylic surface, wax polishing and rubbing with a cloth are used. Use only soft cloths or sponges that cannot scratch the surface.

Folk remedies

You can make your own limescale remover mixture. To do this, dissolve 20 g of baking soda and a sachet of citric acid in 200 ml of heated water, pour the mixture into a spray bottle and apply evenly on the cabin walls. After a few minutes, you need to rinse everything off and wipe dry. To remove stubborn lime stains, toothpaste, hot vinegar, or lemon juice are often used.

According to the advice of many housewives, you can deal with lime stains with a melamine sponge without detergents. To do this, wet a piece of sponge with warm water and wipe the contaminated area.

How to clean a shower stall from rust stains?

Some manufacturers have special care products for their showers, including rust removal. Their advantage is that they are absolutely safe for various materials and cab coatings.

You can also use the well-known Cif or Cilit Bang cleaning fluids. Some improvised means will help to cope with rust: table vinegar, a solution of citric acid, a mixture of an aqueous solution of ammonia and peroxide in a ratio of 2 to 1. They are applied for a while to problem areas, and then washed off. If necessary, repeat the procedure.

P Helpful Hint: Do not leave metal objects in the cab, as they often cause rust due to oxidation due to moisture.

How to wash the shower cabin if mold is detected?

Black fungus usually forms along the walls of the device on the silicone sealant. You can try to remove it using special chemicals (dr. Beckmann mold cleaner, Clorox Clean-Up bleach, Tilex Mildew mold remover, etc.). However, it is very difficult to completely remove the fungus and it will be most effective to replace the affected sealant. To prevent the formation of mold, you must follow these tips:

• Thoroughly ventilate the bathroom and keep the cabin doors slightly ajar.
• Use a sealant with a special anti-fungal coating.
• For the purpose of prevention, periodically treat the sealant with special sprays for shower cabins.
• If possible, install a floor heating system in the bathroom.

It is necessary to carefully process the walls of the shower to get rid of the fungus - Photo 07

General tips for shower care

The problem "How to wash the shower?" you will not be disturbed by the following recommendations:

• After showering, thoroughly rinse all interior surfaces of the cabin with water and then wipe dry with a soft cloth.
• Traces of toothpaste and other hygiene products on the walls should be wiped off immediately, preventing them from drying out.
• If the slightest plaque is found, it is easier to remove it immediately than to deal with old streaks and stains later.
• Every two weeks, you need to wash all surfaces of the shower cabin using specially designed products.