How to properly care for a shower cabin - with what means and how to wash it?

General recommendations for the care of plumbing

So, let's sum up. In order for the hydrobox to serve you for a long period of time, it is necessary to perform regular daily care, set aside time for a general clean-up, and also take care to use only suitable products and materials.At the same time, it must be understood that each part of the cabin, whether it is an acrylic tray, a tiled wall, chrome taps or glass doors, requires different specialized substances that are designed specifically for this material. Rags, in any case, you need to choose soft, not scratching the surface.

Otherwise, there is nothing to be afraid of. With proper care for the cleanliness of the soul, it will serve for many years of high quality.

Steps for cleaning a shower

The cleaning process in the shower cabin can be divided into several successive stages. To begin with, we set ourselves up mentally and gather our strength. The next step is the preparation of tools and detergents, taking into account the materials to be processed and the degree of their contamination. Do not forget about personal protective equipment: gloves for hands, and in case of using cleaners with a sharp, persistent odor and surfactants, use a respirator and goggles.

Chemical bath and shower cleaners need to be handled with care. Next, we carry out a conditional division of the booth into zones, in the sequence in which we will wash them:

Next, we carry out a conditional division of the booth into zones, in the sequence in which we will wash them:

1. Chrome surfaces, faucets, flexible hose, shower diffuser.
2. Ceiling surfaces and side panels.
3. Entrance door glass or plastic on curtains.
4. Pallet.

Keep in mind that you are working in a confined space with high humidity and chemicals, so make sure you have enough ventilation or good ventilation.

It is important to pay attention to prevention, daily care and cleaning of the shower

4 How to prepare folk remedies for cleaning the shower

Strong disinfectant chemicals can be dangerous if limescale control. If the chemistry is poorly washed off, during the operation of the shower, it will evaporate and enter the respiratory tract with moisture vapor. Therefore, you can replace chemicals with equally effective home remedies.

Vinegar

Table vinegar is a tool that effectively copes with plaque on the shower, it can be used to clean nozzles, remove rust. Easiest way to use:

• wipe dry the doors and other parts of the cabin;
• spray a large amount of table vinegar on the surface;
• leave for 5-10 minutes;
• rinse with warm water and a soft sponge.

Attention! After using vinegar, you need to ventilate the room well. Its vapors can be harmful to health

Ammonia

A caustic but effective remedy for all types of problems in the bathroom is pharmacy ammonia. It is necessary to dilute it with water, and also wear gloves and a respirator during use. After applying the ammonia, it is necessary to ventilate the room well so that no chemical vapors remain.

Lemon acid

With the help of citric acid, even the oldest lime deposits, detergent deposits and rust can be washed off. This remedy is natural, it is non-toxic and can be used even if there are people in the house who are allergic to household chemicals. There are three easy ways to use.

1. Dilute 2 tablespoons in a glass of water. Spray on plumbing fixtures and rinse after 20 minutes.
2. Prepare a warm solution of citric acid (15 grams per liter), use to clean surfaces with a sponge.
3. Grind citric acid in a coffee grinder and use as a cleaner for surfaces that are not afraid of abrasive compounds.

After using citric acid, everything must be thoroughly rinsed with clean water, otherwise stains and whitish spots may appear.

Hydrogen peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide can solve common problems in the bathroom. Here are the main properties of this pharmacy liquid:

• disinfects;
• whitens;
• removes the fungus;
• removes traces of rust and plaque.

Peroxide can be used in its pure form. A 3% solution is applied or sprayed on contaminated cabin parts, and after 5-10 minutes it is washed off.

Attention! Hydrogen peroxide can only be handled with gloves, it can burn the skin of the hands. Vapors are also dangerous - cause tearing

Washing a shower is easier with knowledge of the basic techniques, as well as the rules for caring for each type of material. Using these tips, you can quickly put in order not only the cabin, but the entire bathroom.

How to wash the shower?

It is not necessary to look for special products to wash the shower. The main thing is not to choose those that contain abrasive particles. They should not contain formic acid, formaldehyde, acetone and other solvents. You will also have to consider what materials are used in this plumbing device. For tiles and enameled pallets, a universal remedy is suitable; for glass, it is better to choose a spray for windows. Acrylic can be cleaned even with soap applied to a soft sponge, but it is better to find a polish with wax to create a water-repellent effect.

Also, special substances can be used to remove problem stains.

• If there is dirt on the surface that is difficult to wash off, you should apply silver polish or toothpaste to a soft cloth and clean the desired area. If you can’t immediately achieve a result, then the product should be left for 10 minutes. Then rinse thoroughly.
• Deposits of water stone, limescale will help remove folk recipes. The pan must be filled with water and a small amount of lemon juice or vinegar dissolved in it. Leave for a few hours, then wash everything.
• In cases where acrylic has lost its appearance, you can try to restore it using special kits.

Care of shower cabins must necessarily include ventilation. The rest of the time, the doors should remain slightly ajar. This will allow moisture to evaporate faster, thereby reducing the risk of mold. And it's pretty hard to get it out.

Knowing how to wash the shower cabin, you can always keep it clean and prevent the formation of plaque. Care at home should be carried out taking into account the properties of various materials. If you make due efforts, the device will last a long time, and its appearance will be impeccable.

Glass and acrylic shower care

The tray and walls of the shower cabin are most often made of acrylic. To clean it, you can not use abrasive substances, that is, various powders, and potent chemicals. In relation to acrylic surfaces, they are too aggressive, leaving scratches, abrasions, in which hard-to-remove dirt will begin to accumulate over time.

Rigid napkins and brushes are also not recommended for use during cleaning.It is better to use special gel-like and liquid preparations directly intended for cleaning acrylic surfaces. Of the home remedies, the most effective is toothpaste, which is applied locally with a toothbrush to places of strong contamination. Then the paste is rubbed into a thin layer with a soft cloth and after a few minutes it is completely washed off with the same cloth and water. If the dirt is severe, use silver polishes to clean it.

Good efficiency in washing acrylic showed ordinary laundry soap. A thick soapy solution is prepared from it, which is applied with a sponge to the acrylic surface and after a while washed off with clean water. An aqueous solution of lemon juice or vinegar in equal parts also works well. Fill the tray with this solution, leave for several hours, then drain and rinse with cold water.

If your shower tray is made of ceramic or artificial stone, then a more concentrated solution will be required to clean it. citric acid solution. Put it in a spray bottle and spray on the surface. After 20 minutes, rinse with water, and simply wipe the places where there are still dirt with a damp cloth.

Photo 5. How to care for a shower

Detergents

Plumbing stores sell a variety of shower cleaners. They can be in any form: creamy, bulk, liquid. But if you don't want to spend money, regular home remedies will work for you.

Vinegar

Water must be mixed with vinegar in a ratio of one to one. When applying liquid to plumbing, it is advisable to use a sponge that absorbs moisture well.To get rid of scale from metal taps, you can take cotton rags moistened with the product.

To achieve the best effect, sections of the booth are wrapped with napkins with liquid and left for an hour. Next, the plumbing is rinsed with clean water, wiped dry.

Citric acid solution

This tool perfectly cleans glass and plastic materials from plaque. To prepare the solution, we need one package of citric acid and half a glass of cold water. If there is one whole lemon, you can replace the powder with it. Mix ingredients and add to spray bottle. Apply the product on the surface and leave for 15 minutes. Then rinse with water, wipe with a dry cloth. If plaque remains, then next time during processing, increase the concentration of citric acid.

Vodka or alcohol

Often soap stains remain on the walls of the booth, which look unaesthetic. To eliminate this trouble, we need vodka or ammonia. To prepare the solution, add 5 ml of alcohol to a five-liter jar. The liquid can be combined with vinegar. To make a water repellent for showers, add 30 ml of glycerin to the solution.

Tooth powder or paste

This method of cleansing is the softest and most gentle. Toothpaste is good for processing of metal taps and fittings. It is desirable to use the product in white color so as not to stain the acrylic coating with pigments. Apply the paste to problem areas with a soft sponge and rub it in with light movements. Leave the product for half an hour, then wash off.

Folk remedies for cleaning the shower

The high price of detergent for no shower cabin is a guarantor of its quality, and therefore sometimes you have to resort to time-tested folk remedies.
The table that follows will clearly describe which products are best used for showers, as well as how to use them.

Name	Usage
	The effectiveness of soap in cleaning showers is on par with more expensive care products. Wash the cabin at home with a soft sponge in soapy water.
Acetic or citric acid	It is used to clean the shower cabin from limescale. Before using the product, it is necessary to treat the cabin with hot water, and only then apply hot vinegar or a solution with citric acid with a scraper. Then leave for 30 minutes and rinse with warm water.
White wine	Use it only after the residue has become wine vinegar. It must be placed in a spray bottle and distributed over all surfaces of the shower cabin, and then washed with warm water.
Lemon baby soap or furniture polish	Both of these tools do a pretty good job of protecting the cabin from soap scum.

Thus, it becomes clear that it is possible to keep the shower cabin clean without spending a lot of money, but using available folk remedies.

Recently, showers have become very popular, as they are easy to use. However, caring for them is much more difficult than for bathrooms, since plaque forms on the glass walls quite quickly. Below we will look at how to wash the shower cabin with folk remedies or special household chemicals in order to return it to its original appearance.

Cleaning folk remedies

In some cases, it becomes necessary to abandon chemistry and use proven folk remedies for cleaning the shower. The principle of operation of almost all home-made solutions and compositions is based on the reaction from the interaction of water-soluble acids with magnesium and calcium salts, resulting in the decomposition of lime deposits.

Along with chemical cleaning agents, folk recipes are used. They most often contain ingredients that can be found in every home.

ammonium chloride

Ammonia has repeatedly proven its effectiveness in the fight against divorce from soap suds. To enhance the effect of ammonia, you can prepare a cleaning solution with the addition of soda and vinegar. To make such a tool, you will need the following ingredients:

• 100 ml of ammonia;
• filtered water - 2 liters;
• 50 grams of baking soda;
• table acetic acid - 50 ml.

The components are thoroughly mixed and applied with a sponge to the surface to be cleaned.

This method must be used very carefully. The composition should not be left for longer than 2-3 minutes.

Hydrogen peroxide

To properly clean the shower box tray, you need to consistently use baking soda and hydrogen peroxide. This tool will wash not only the accumulated dirt, but also help get rid of mold and fungus. The sequence of actions is as follows:

1. Sprinkle areas of contamination and mold spots abundantly with soda and leave it for 10-15 minutes.
2. We clean the surface with microfiber and a sponge.
3. Treat with peroxide and leave to dry. In hard-to-reach places use a toothbrush.

The combination of ingredients helps to get rid of limescale and mold that forms in the corners of the stall.

Soda

How to wash the shower cabin from limescale? Soda will quickly and effectively cope with even the most chronic pollution and lime deposits. Moreover, such a component is likely to be found in any kitchen. What we will have to do:

1. Moisturize the area of ​​the shower that is to be cleaned.
2. Gently apply a small amount of soda on it.
3. Armed with microfiber, gently wipe the surface.

Do not forget that soda has abrasive properties, so work should be done with caution. In order not to spoil the surface with scratches

To perform the procedure, baking soda is poured onto contaminated places and left for half an hour.

Lemon acid

Citric acid is a universal remedy for all types of pollution: from streaks of soap suds to limescale. A tool based on this component is prepared very simply. Pour a tablespoon of acid into a glass of warm water and stir until completely dissolved. Make sure there are no lemon crystals left on the bottom, as they can leave scratches. Wet a sponge in the solution and start washing. In heavily soiled areas, a hard sponge surface can be used.

It cleans the glass surfaces of the shower cabin well.

General cleaning of plumbing

Scheduled cleaning is performed every 7-10 days. The frequency of carrying out depends on the intensity of use of the device by household members.

In principle, if you adhere to daily care, then soap stains, white spots of chlorine and other impurities on the walls will be present in minimal quantities.

Ordinary ablution without the use of detergents is not able to provide the desired result. Therefore, when carrying out a general wash, it is mandatory to use detergents for shower cabins.

The main points to consider when carrying out general cleaning:

1. Removal of limescale. Best of all, cream and pasty products based on fruit acids cope with this task. They easily dissolve dirt, but at the same time prevent fading or, on the contrary, darkening of the surface.
2. Cab glass cleaning. Caring for transparent glass is not much different from the technology for processing any glass surfaces. The selected agent is applied by spraying onto the cabin walls and left for 5-7 minutes, after which it is wiped clean with a dry piece of lint-free cloth.
3. Cleaning the cab tray. When processing acrylic pallets, in order not to scratch the smooth walls, cleaning agents are used that have a bleaching effect. They do not contain abrasive particles. Stone pallets are recommended to be treated with a steam cleaner, with a minimum of “chemistry”, which can cause the stone to darken. For enameled trays, cream and gel-like products such as Comet and Pemolux are best suited.
4. Getting rid of mold. To achieve results in the elimination of mold is possible only through the use of chlorine-based compounds. To do this, black spots are treated with "chemistry" and left for 30-40 minutes so that the product penetrates into the pores and cracks.

In cabins where the walls are tiled, it is better to use concentrated compositions designed to care for tiles to remove dirt.

When processing the facing material, it is worth treating the inter-tile seams with special care, since it is they who often act as a breeding ground for mold.

Instructions for using the product are indicated on the packaging; usually it is applied to the surface of the shower stall and kept for some time so that the hardened dirt is thoroughly softened

When you use "chemistry" when processing the surface, make sure that there are no small children and pets nearby, and the room itself is well ventilated.

Work with chemical detergents is recommended to be carried out by wearing thick household gloves.

It is constantly necessary to monitor the condition of faucets, nozzles, shower heads and other metal parts. They can be covered with calcium deposits. To successfully cope with this task, processing with concentrated compounds designed to eliminate any kind of plaque helps.

From poor-quality water, the holes of nozzles and watering cans can even become clogged.

The easiest way to clear clogged shower head holes is mechanical, involving the use of a needle or a sharpened toothpick.

After mechanical cleaning, the watering can should be additionally kept in an acetic solution. To do this, the divider is lowered for 30-60 minutes into a container filled with acetic solution diluted with water in a ratio of 1:1.

The filters installed at the inlet also need care. In order for filter systems to perform their functions with high quality, it is necessary to clean their elements from time to time, and if necessary, completely replace them with new ones.

In the future, the use of hydrophobic compounds will help facilitate everyday care.They are applied to plumbing at the final stage of cleaning, evenly distributing over a dry surface.

After hardening, they form an invisible water-repellent film, thanks to which housewives have to return less and less to the problem of the need to clean plumbing from soap and limescale.

Cleaning black mold

If a zone has formed in the shower cabin in which water regularly accumulates and stagnates, a black mold mold will form there, after a short period of time. To eliminate such contamination, it is recommended to mix equal parts of table vinegar and ammonia. Apply the resulting solution with a brush to the formed mold, after which it is recommended to rinse the treated area with a soda solution, for the preparation of which you should dilute a teaspoon of baking soda in 200 milliliters of water.

Some practical tips on how to wash lime deposits in the shower stall as efficiently as possible are presented in the following video:

Selection of necessary tools

When caring for a shower stall, you need to take into account the fact that it is made of dissimilar materials. Therefore, for work we need certain tools. But before picking up the tools, let's see what our booth is made of:

• for the manufacture of walls, doors and roofs, plastic and glass are usually used;
• pallets are usually made of acrylic, but also use ceramics, natural or artificial stone, enameled steel;
• frame elements and guides are made of aluminum;
• faucet, handles, shower heads - chrome-plated steel.

To clean the cabin, you will need a soft sponge, a thin cloth made of cotton, viscose or microfiber, a rubber glass scraper.

Soft cloth and microfiber

In order to properly wash the shower box, first of all, you need to arm yourself with a rag. This is a universal washing tool, but it also has certain technical requirements:

1. The material must be strong and durable;
2. It is good to absorb water, dirt and leave no streaks behind.
3. Easy to wring, lint-free and gentle surface care.

These requirements are fully met by the material of the new generation - microfiber. This is a fabric made of polymers, the thickness of the fibers of which is several micrometers. The structure of the material resembles a sponge. It absorbs four times its own volume of water, and after push-ups it remains almost dry.

Microfiber is an unnatural fabric material, which is made from the finest polymer fibers.

rubber scraper

Quick and effective cleaning of glass surfaces can be done with a scrubbing brush. Structurally, the scraper looks like a mop with a double-sided working surface. The upper part of the tool is equipped with a foam nozzle, the bottom is a soft rubber scraper. A foam insert on the glass is applied with a cleaning solution. After washing, dirty water is carefully driven off with a rubber scraper.

A glass scraper is an ideal option for those who want to save time and effort. It is easy to use, even enjoyable.

foam sponge

Foam rubber is the most common material for sponges.Its porous structure promotes abundant foaming. The difference between sponges in their size and density of the material. The defining characteristic is the density, the higher it is, the more foam is formed during washing, therefore, the detergent is saved. The double-sided sponge is equipped with an abrasive layer, which is used to treat surfaces with old dirt.

A foam sponge is one of the best helpers in the fight against a wide variety of pollution, paired with a good detergent, it can work wonders.

Toothbrush

In showers, as you know, high humidity. If the bathroom does not have an effective ventilation system, then in a closed space, like a cubicle, mold spots form. It is a harmful substance in the form of a black coating on the corners, in the seams, on the joints. Such places, without delay for a long time, must be treated with an antibacterial agent. Since mold most often appears in hard-to-reach places, you should use a toothbrush to clean it properly.

Do not throw away your old toothbrush, it can be useful for cleaning.

Homemade way to remove hard water and soap deposits from acrylic surfaces

Surfaces made of these materials must not be cleaned with aggressive agents.

Acid (citric).

2 packets of the product are diluted in 1 liter of water, stirred until the crystals dissolve. Using a large sponge, the solution is applied to all surfaces, convex zones and recesses. Holding time 20 minutes.

Then a second pass with the solution is required, paying more attention to the most difficult areas with dirt. After the procedure, rinse well with water.The appearance of an acrylic tray or bathtub will again please with its novelty.

Acid (oxalic).

Every hostess knows what actions this product has. Prepared formulations with oxalic acid are used to clean carpets, upholstery, remove stains on fabrics, and much more. This ingredient does an excellent job of removing dirt in the bathroom, where it can be used. The prepared solution does not have an aggressive effect. Preparation: the product purchased in the store is diluted 5: 1 with water. Having moistened a sponge or a rag, it is required to rub the necessary places, the exposure time is 20 minutes, if the dirt is not strong, a ten-minute exposure is enough. Then you should rub the plumbing well, then moisten the cloth in ammonia and repeat the steps, leaving it to stand for 10 minutes. Rinse with water (pressure - cold, and then warm).

Peroxide (hydrogen peroxide).

Hydrogen peroxide has a higher concentration than ordinary peroxide. Water (30 ml), hydrogen peroxide (90 ml), gelatin (60 g) are combined. The exposure time is a quarter of an hour (until it swells).

An abundant amount of the prepared mass is applied to the required areas, left for the whole night, wipe thoroughly with a sponge in the morning, rinse with water, and wipe dry. If necessary, the steps can be repeated.

Chlorine solution.

Whiteness has long been used to process pallets and panels of any material. Care with this solution is popular. Chlorine easily copes with mold, limescale, rust spots and streaks. All objects are rubbed with whiteness, including glass, wait 4 hours, rinse with pressure, wipe dry, walk with glass composition (remove whitish stains on doors and glass walls).To use this tool, you need to use protective gloves and a bandage of gauze.

Cleaning methods

The bathroom needs a lot of attention to cleaning. A huge amount of bacteria accumulates on the surface of the sink, toilet, tile. To make it easier to maintain a shower stall at home, there is a wide range of chemical cleaners and mechanical fixtures on the household cleaning market. The category of chemical "helpers" includes: spray, liquid solution, foam, paste and cream. To mechanical - sponge, brush, scraper, napkin and steam generator.

The chemical cleaning method is used both with and without cabin rinsing. Dirty shower surface, top spray, panel and tinted doors can be washed in a variety of ways

Please note that there are detergents aimed at the category of prevention. They are designed for regular cleaning, so they are useless for heavily polluted areas and for getting rid of blockages.

Fungal growth is a major problem with shower surfaces, as are calcium and other salts. In most products, the manufacturer has added special ingredients to prevent mold.

Stains on glass or plastic are the simplest and most common contamination. In this case, regular and planned cleanings or even a regular water shower will help. With regular cleaning, after each use of the shower, it is necessary to rinse the cabin. This will prevent the occurrence of difficult contaminants.

Soap stains are easy to remove with dishwashing detergent. It is a good habit to rinse the cabin with hot and cold water, and when finished, wipe the cabin with a soft cloth.

With a scheduled cleaning twice a month, the entire cabin is washed. Wipe the surface with a sponge with a washing solution and leave for fifteen minutes. Next, it remains to rinse the cabin with hot and then cold water and wipe dry.

Many modern showers have mirrors. To get rid of streaks and restore shine to the mirror, use lemon juice, which is applied and left for ten to fifteen minutes. Then wipe the mirror with a cloth.

For even more shine, mix equal parts water and ammonia. Buff the surface with a crumpled newspaper. Solutions containing alcohol will quickly cope with contaminated areas. Vodka and water are mixed in a ratio of one to ten, and the surface is wiped with the resulting solution.

The most gentle and effective mechanical method is a steam cleaner. But not everyone is a happy owner of this device, so the most common material is a flannel napkin.

Recently, melamine sponge has gained great popularity. It has proved to be an effective cleaner and absolutely harmless material for people prone to allergies.

All contaminated places lend themselves well to cleaning, with the regular observance of several rules.

• Start cleaning from the walls and the door. A plastic door requires more frequent cleaning than a glass one. Otherwise, the door will darken and a layer of plaque will form.
• With a shower cabin adjacent to the wall, it is necessary to clean the tiles. It easily copes with the rough impact of abrasive particles and alkali. Therefore, any means is applicable for tiles.
• To wash faucets, showers and other metal elements, use a gentle cleanser.It will keep the surface shiny.
• And at the very end, you can start cleaning the pallet. Consider the basis of the material and choose the appropriate tool. Clean the seams and joints, this is where mold occurs and dirt accumulates.