Make your Shower Shine

A hot shower is a great way to unwind after a long, hard day or start a day off right. Unfortunately hot water, humidity and steam can also cause a build-up of mildew and soap scum on shower curtains and doors. Follow these steps to keep your home Spa sparkling clean!

Glass Showers
1. Dampen a clean sponge with warm white vinegar and rub doors to remove soap scum. Rinse with clear water and allow to air dry for a 2. Vinegar can also be used on hard-to-clean shower door tracks. Pour undiluted vinegar into the track. Leave for 5 minutes, then rinse.

Shower Curtains
1. Prevention is the first step to keeping your shower curtain clean. Soak new curtains in a diluted water and vinegar solution prior to hanging to prevent the growth of mildew and mold. A salt water solution can be used in place of vinegar.
2. Many cloth shower curtains can be cleaned in the washing machine with regular laundry detergent. Tougher mildew stains may be treated using hot soapy water and by allowing the curtain to soak in a full bath tub with ½ cup to 1 cup of bleach.
3. For plastic or vinyl curtains, use a gentle household spray bathroom cleaner or laundry pre-wash spray. Leave the curtain on the hooks and spray along the top, letting the cleaner run down the length of the curtain. Let sit for 5 minutes, then rinse.