Lemon
Cut the lemon into two parts, dip one of the sides into baking soda, and rub the sides of the glass door. The acid in the lemon combined with the baking soda will react to form soap bubbles. After cleaning the door, rub it with a bit of lemon oil. The oil will prevent the soap from drying on the glass. You can use other essential oils like peppermint, lavender, tea tree, etc.
Magic Eraser
Magic Eraser is a sponge having unique cleaning characteristics that help to remove stains from different surfaces without cleaning agents. Remember to use it immediately after shower for best results. To eliminate scum, moisten the Magic Eraser and clean the interior part of the shower. The water and warmth from the shower will remove dirt and soap scum better.
How To Clean Shower Door Tracks
Use a toothbrush to scrub the metal frame around your shower door. The edges or tracks of the shower door also require your attention. Do not forget to clean them too while cleaning the shower door.
With the help of a toothbrush, clean the metal frame of the shower glass door. You can also use a paint scraper to remove gunk and a razor blade scraper to scrape spots of minerals off the glass. Remember to use a sharp, clean blade and apply it gently and carefully. To prevent scratching the glass, place the blade at a 45-degree angle to the surface while using.
How To Keep Glass Showers Clean
Treat Daily With A Commercial Cleaning Product
Use a spray that removes water stains and scum buildup. Several cleaning shower sprays are available in the market. Always use them according to directions mentioned on them and dry the glass before spraying the product.
Make Your Own Daily Shower Cleaner
You can make your shower cleaner by mixing rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, and liquid dish soap in water. A daily cleaner with vinegar, essential oils and baking soda is perfect for most showers.
Dry It Off
Ensure that you keep your door open for at least 20 to 30 minutes after each shower to dry the door of all moisture.
Switch Soap
Choose liquid soap or body washes that do not contain talc to reduce scum.
Soften Your Water
Switching to soft water reduces water stains and soap scum on shower doors and makes maintaining plumbing and cleaning clothes easy.
Waterproof Your Shower
You can also use windshield waterproofing treatment in your shower. It allows dirt, water, and soap scum to fall. If you have a frameless shower, you can choose this treatment.
Conclusion
A glass door in the shower adds a modern touch and elegance, but it also requires cleaning and maintenance like other fixtures. Moisture, mineral materials, soap scum cause stains on the door. Daily cleaning is best to avoid buildup. Many different chemical cleaning products are also available in the market that can make your glass door sparkle again.
