Spring is here and it’s time to freshen up your home with some deep cleaning. Let’s start with the shower, which can get grimy and dull over time. With the right cleaning solutions and techniques, you can get your shower sparkling clean and feeling brand new!
Give Your Shower a Deep Clean
To really get your shower clean, you need to deeply clean all the nooks and crannies. Here are some tips for a thorough spring cleaning:
Scrub the walls and floor
Use a stiff brush or sponge to scrub down the shower walls and floor. Pay extra attention to soap scum build up and mildew around the bottom. Baking soda is gentle but effective for scrubbing away grime. For tougher buildup, try a paste of baking soda and vinegar or a shower spray cleaner.
Clean the door and tracks
Slide open the shower door and spray down the tracks and door panels. Use a toothbrush to scrub the tracks and a microfiber cloth for the glass. This removes soap scum and hard water stains that build up over time.
Clean the shower head
Remove the shower head and soak it in a bowl of hot vinegar water to break up mineral deposits. For plastic shower heads, scrub with a toothbrush. For metal, use a clean rag to polish away water stains. This improves shower pressure.
Scrub the grout
Use a special grout brush and grout cleaner to scrub the grout between tiles. Let it sit for 5 minutes before rinsing for sparkling results. White vinegar also works to break up grime in the grout.
Check caulking
Inspect the caulk around the tub and tiles. Re-caulk any cracked or missing areas so moisture can’t get in behind the walls. Let it fully cure for 24-48 hours before exposing it to water.
Deep Clean Shower Fixtures
The shower head, faucet, and handles also need regular cleaning. Here’s how:
Faucet
Use a toothbrush and baking soda paste to gently scrub mineral deposits off the shower faucet and handles. Rinse and wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Drain
Pour 1/2 cup baking soda down the drain, followed by 1/2 cup vinegar. Cover and let sit 15 minutes before rinsing with hot water. Repeat weekly to keep drains fresh.
Shower caddy
Give plastic shower caddies and racks a good scrubbing with hot water and dish soap. For metal caddies, use a vinegar shine spray. Keep your bottles and accessories organized.
Shower curtain
Remove and launder fabric shower curtains on the gentle cycle with vinegar and baking soda. Let air dry. For plastic liners, spray down with diluted vinegar and wipe away grime.
Prevent Mildew and Soap Scum Buildup
To keep your shower sparkling between deep cleans, try these tips:
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Open the shower door after use to let moisture escape and prevent mildew growth.
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Use a shower squeegee after each shower to wipe down walls and glass doors.
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Spray shower walls with vinegar after showering to prevent soap scum build up.
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Install a shower head water filter to filter out minerals and impurities.
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Apply car wax or rain-repellant spray to the shower door and walls to prevent water spots.
With some elbow grease and the right natural cleaning solutions, you can give your shower an amazing spring cleaning transformation. Follow these tips and enjoy a fresh, sparkling clean bathing experience.
