No one wants to bathe in a dirty bath, but no one likes to wash it either. As daunting as this prospect is, there are many options to simplify the process. Natural cleaning agents like grapefruit and salt can be used to clean the bath, as well as special preparations.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Natural Remedies
Step 1. Wash off dirt and hair
Rinse the bath. If you have a movable shower head, move it to rinse the entire bath area. Otherwise, you can use a scoop or small bucket.
Step 2. Grapefruit and salt
The acidity of the grapefruit juice, combined with the abrasive properties of the salt, removes stubborn dirt. Also, after grapefruit, there is a pleasant citrus scent.
- Cut the grapefruit in half. Sprinkle the inside of the half with salt.
- Sprinkle salt on a damp bath surface.
- Rub the bath with half a grapefruit, squeezing out the juice a little. You may need both halves to clean your entire tub, or even more than one grapefruit.
- Rinse the entire bath thoroughly.
Step 3. Mix the sink and bath solution
You may already have all the ingredients you need in your pantry.
- Mix 1 cup baking soda with 1/2 cup olive oil soap, add a few drops of tea tree oil or peppermint oil.
- Apply the solution to a sponge and rub the bath. The solution should foam slightly. Then rinse thoroughly with clean water.
Step 4. A vinegar solution
Vinegar is acidic, which helps remove bacteria and stains.
- Pour 1 cup vinegar and 1 cup water into a spray container. Shake well.
- Spray the solution onto the bath. Then rub the bath with a sponge. Rinse off the vinegar solution.
Step 5. Baking soda paste
This paste is good at removing both rust stains and common dirt.
- Add water to baking soda until you get a pasty consistency.
- Use a sponge to apply the paste to the rust stains. Rub to remove stains. Rinse with water.
Step 6. Borax and lemon
This combination also works well on dirty stains.
Powder the stain with brown. Cut the lemon in half and rub the stain. Let stand for at least 15 minutes. Rinse with water
Step 7. Wash your bath every day
If you rinse the bath from the shower every day, then dirt will not accumulate on the walls.
Wash the tub with warm water from the shower to wash away any dirt and keep it from drying out. Wipe off water droplets with a towel or sponge
Method 2 of 3: Household Cleaning Products
Step 1. Put on gloves
They will help protect your skin from harsh cleansers.
Step 2. Rinse the bath
Rinse hair and loose dirt with water from the shower.
Step 3. Select the sponge
Do not choose too rough, such as steel wool. Choose a sponge with a sufficiently soft abrasive side to avoid scratching the bathtub surface.
Magic Eraser Melamine Sponges are perfect for acrylic bathtubs. These sponges are inexpensive and can be found in almost every supermarket or hardware store. All you need to do is wet the sponge, rub the bathtub and then rinse it with clean water
Step 4. Choose a cleaning agent
There are plenty to choose from here. The choice will only depend on your preferences.
Step 5. Read the instructions for use
All cleaning products are slightly different. For maximum effectiveness, follow the manufacturer's instructions. For example, you may be required to spray or rub in the solution and not rinse it off for a certain amount of time. Cleaning products can have an unbearable odor, so the bathroom must be well ventilated; you can also leave the room after applying the product.
Step 6. Apply as directed
Allow the product to soak in, or rub in according to the instructions on the package. Do not use metal or abrasive brushes to avoid damaging the bath coating.
Hard-to-reach areas can be treated with an old toothbrush
Step 7. Rinse off the product
Rinse off the detergent with warm water.
Step 8. Use cleaning products every month
Household cleaning products provide deep cleaning, so you only need to use them once a month.
Apply this product to the tub and walls. Leave it on for three minutes. Rinse off the product
Method 3 of 3: Cleaning the tiles above the bathroom
Step 1. Switch the shower to hot water
Close the bathroom door and turn on hot water in the shower for a few minutes. Steam from hot water will help remove stubborn dirt.
Step 2. Test the cleaning agent first
Whichever product you choose, first test it on an inconspicuous place. Better to make sure it doesn't damage or discolor the tiles.
Step 3. Apply the cleaning agent
Rub the tile well or apply as directed. Rinse the tiles thoroughly with water. There is no need to mix different chemicals, so each must be rinsed off after use.
Step 4. Clean the solution with bleach
Dip an old toothbrush in bleach. Clean the grout between the tiles to make it light.
Make sure the cleaning agent and bleach are compatible first. For example, bleach cannot be mixed with vinegar or ammonia
Step 5. Rinse off the bleach
The tile should dry.
Step 6. Sealing the mortar
The mortar must be sealed twice a year to protect it from moisture.
- Use a penetrating sealant. It covers the solution and allows moisture to dry. Thanks to this, the solution will not crack.
- Remove anything that might clog the solution. Apply the sealant only to a clean surface.
- Cleaning solution. If it has lost color, then use bleach as described above and then let it dry.
- The room must have good ventilation. Open the window. Don't close the bathroom door. Turn on the fan. Do whatever is necessary for good air exchange.
- Apply the sealant with a special brush or sponge. Apply sealant to the brush and then spread it over the grout. Work in small sections to keep track of what has already been done.
- Remove excess after 10 minutes. Remove excess sealant from tiles and mortar. After this time, it should already be absorbed.
Warnings
- Use rubber gloves to protect your skin. If you don't have gloves, small plastic bags will do.
- Never mix chemical products. You can get very unpleasant odors in the bathroom.