We all face the problem of shower doors getting foggy and stained. Do you ever wonder how hotels always have shining clean shower glass doors? Well, the answer is quite simple, consistency. They clean the shower doors daily.
The reason behind these stains is hard water and soap scums. Hard water carries many dissolved minerals like magnesium, calcium, lime, and chalk, leaving limescale deposits and soapy scum everywhere. When they combine with paraffin wax in soap scums, they leave a tough water-insoluble stain on shower glass doors.
Cleaning glass doors every day is the best way to keep them clean, but such maintenance is not possible for everyone. So there are many natural and chemical cleaners available that can make your glass door look more elevated and elegant.
How Often Should You Clean Your Shower Door?
The easiest way to keep your shower door clean is to wipe it after each use. Keep one squeegee hanging in the shower for your convenience. The best time to clean is after a shower because the warm water helps loosen the grim, making it easy to clean with a sponge or pad.
A schedule for good shower cleaning is below:
- Every day: Squeegee glass doors after a shower and leave the door open to help dry it out.
- Weekly: Clean the entire bathroom with a foam cleaning cloth or sponge or once a week.
- Once a month: Scrub the entire shower room thoroughly, making sure to cleanse nooks and crannies. Spray with waterproof spray to prevent hard water stains on the glass shower door.
How To Clean Your Glass Shower Door?
Vinegar
To make a DIY shower cleaner with vinegar, follow these steps. Heat distilled white vinegar and mix it with dish detergent in equal proportion. Detergent has grease-cutting power, which helps in better cleaning. Spray the solution on the door in and out. The mixture would cut through the grim in around 30 minutes. Using a sponge and water, rinse the solution. Use a microfiber cloth to dry it off. Do not use it if your shower has stone tiles.
Baking Soda
If you have ignored your shower door for too long, you may need to take a few extra steps to get a clean door. If the vinegar mixture alone can’t cut it, dip the sponge into the baking soda and use it to penetrate the grime. Baking soda is a mild abrasive, and when vinegar alone doesn’t work, it helps remove dirt.
