Routine maintenance is essential for keeping repair and replacement costs low. Here’s the best way to clean bathtubs for maximum results.
Cleaning a bathtub can feel like back-breaking work. Without regular cleaning, you can end up growing a nice little ecosystem of germs.
Routine cleaning and maintenance will also ensure that you don’t need to repair or replace your bath down the line.
In this post, we’ll cover the best way to clean bathtubs, so you can ensure you keep your repair costs low.
Ready? Let’s get started.
How to Clean Your Bathtub
There are few things as relaxing as a nice long soak in a hot bath after a stressful day. Unless your dirty tub has been causing some of that stress.
Bathtubs are magnets for grime, mildew, soap scum, and stubborn stains. A dirty tub can make your entire bathroom look grungy. With a few simple ingredients and a plan, you can clean your bathtub correctly.
This is the best way to clean bathtubs:
Clear the Clutter
Remove everything around and inside the bathtub. This includes loofas, bottles, toys, and toiletries. Now’s the time to get rid of any empty toiletries and throw out any toys your kids are no longer using.
Wipe down all the items that will be going back into the tub, since slimy soap scum will often build upon these types of items. Set them aside once they’re clean and dry since they’ll be going back in the tub later.
Start with the Surround
You’ll first need to begin with the walls around and above the tub. That way, you can work down, rinsing as you go. This means that you won’t accidentally wipe a dirty cloth over a part of your tub that you’ve already cleaned.
If your grout is dirty or mildewed, you’ll need to start by using a grout brush and tile cleaner. Work from top to bottom and make sure that you’ve fully rinsed away any residue from your tile cleaner. Bathroom cleaners should never mix.
Spray the walls with a cleaner that’s formulated for this area. Thoroughly wipe down these walls and pay attention to any grimy or sticky areas.
Ensure that you’ve ventilated the area with a fan or open window, particularly if you’re using bleach or a cleaner with a strong scent.
Move to the Tub
Apply a bathtub or all-purpose cleaner to the inside of your bath. Let it sit for at least 5 minutes to really attack the dirt and grime (and make your job easier).
After 5 minutes, start at the top and begin wiping down the bathtub. Make sure you rinse it thoroughly once you’re done.
Look out for places where soap scum has been collected. Grab a small cleaning brush or old toothbrush and scrub any areas with buildup.
If you have a stained ring around your tub, you may need to give it special attention. Roll up your sleeves, grab a scrub brush, and prepare to get physical to lift the stain.
Rinse out the Bathtub
Finally, rinse every area you’ve just cleaned, and wipe it down one last time. Grab a clean cloth or towel and dry the bathtub, making sure that no residue or water spots remain.
Try the Best Way to Clean Bathtubs Today
As you can see, cleaning and maintaining your bathtub doesn’t need to be a huge process. By regularly cleaning your tub, you’ll soon notice that the job is much easier and will often only require a quick scrub.
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