Keep Your Shower Screen Clean
One of the biggest advantages a shower screen has over a curtain is that it’s easier to clean and the cleaning doesn’t damage it or wear out the printed design. There’s a great range of shower screens available out there and you can keep yours looking clean and shiny for years if you treat it well and use the right products and cleaning techniques.
How to do it
There are literally dozens of bathroom cleaning products formulated for use on and in your shower and bath. You might think you don’t need a product that’s so specific, but it is worth the investment to make cleaning your shower quicker, easier and, most importantly, not damaging to the materials. In addition to this, the labels and instructions help you to do it properly.
Of course, some people prefer to use what they have at home already, so a good DIY solution for cleaning your shower and shower screen is to use washing powder. You mix the powder into a thick paste and gently apply it to the screen with a damp, soft cloth, scrubbing very gently. This is slightly abrasive, so do test it out on an inconspicuous area first. Laundry detergents do create a lot of bubbles, so be prepared to rinse well!
What other equipment do you need?
No matter what detergent or solution you use, you’ll probably have to rinse it off afterward. In many areas of the UK this isn’t a problem, as the water simply dries off, leaving no residue or marks. If, however, you’re in a hard water area, you’ll know only too well the marks and streaks that are left behind, dulling surfaces and attracting even more dirt.
You need a squeegee to scrape away as much of the excess water as possible. You can buy one at all DIY shops, as well as most supermarkets. After you’ve rinsed the screen off, you should wipe down the glass with the squeegee before maybe giving it a final buff with a dry cloth. This means the screen will dry very rapidly and it’ll stay clean and clear.
Final touches
Watermarks aren’t the only barrier to a sparkling and pristine shower screen, though. Not all cleaners are formulated for glass and if you use them, over time a film will develop as not all the dirt, soap scum and grease is being shifted. Even if you like to make your own cleaners or use a multi-purpose solution, you should use a specialist glass cleaner and maybe a limescale remover once every couple of months, just to bring your shower screen back to showroom freshness. An opaque and dull screen can make your bathroom feel smaller, so keeping it clear and shiny is important. You can also try using vinegar to clean the screen, but this only really works in soft water areas.
By adopting this new cleaning regime, you’ll be keeping your bathroom cleaner, more hygienic and certainly more open and inviting. Just once a week should do the trick, with a specialist clean every other month. Simple.