Keeping the bathroom in good condition is complicated. The water, the splashes, the lime, the humidity, the rush of everyday life that does not allow us to clean as we would like. In addition, we usually pay attention to the cleanliness of the sink, or the bowl, but we forget other elements that tend to get dirty, and if we do not pay attention to them, they will deteriorate before we realize it.
We have already seen how to remove limescale from the shower screen. But what about the bathtub, or the shower? In addition to limescale, the bathtub or shower often loses its shine, and even small stains appear. Today, we bring you some simple tips that will help you clean bathtubs and showers without much effort.
cleaning vinegar
Cleaning vinegar (€7.42) is one of the star products when it comes to cleaning the bathtub or shower. Use one part white wine vinegar mixed with warm water, applying the mixture in a spray bottle. Let it act for at least 15 or 20 minutes, and then rub with a sponge or microfiber cloth (€14.42). To finish, rinse the surface with water.
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Hydrogen peroxide to remove yellow stains
Hydrogen peroxide (€0.77) is a fantastic solution to get rid of yellowish stains that appear in the bathtub or shower. You will only have to sprinkle the hydrogen peroxide on the surface, let it act for approximately half an hour, and rinse with water.
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Salt and vinegar to eliminate tartar
If your bathtub is full of tartar, you can prepare a mixture of vinegar, hot water, the natural juice of a lemon and three tablespoons of table salt in a pot. Shake well to mix all the ingredients, and apply to the surface, rubbing on the affected surfaces.
With baking soda
Baking soda (€9.75) will help you clean stains of all kinds. It doesn’t matter if they are made of lime, saltpeter… Pour the baking soda into the bathtub or shower, and add vinegar on top. Let it act for half an hour, and then you will have to rub it with a sponge. Now, you will only have to rinse the bathtub with water.
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with citric acid
Citric acid (€9.75) is another one of those cleaning solutions that are essential in any home. In this case, they will help us clean the yellow stains that proliferate in bathtubs and shower trays. Pour powdered citric acid into a glass, and rub the surface with a mirror. Let it act for 20 minutes, and rinse with lukewarm water.
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