Shower Door Cleaning: How To Clean Shower Doors

By: Mrs. Mathis


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Many people are concerned how to clean shower doors. Unfortunately, cleaning shower doors is one of those jobs that is best done often rather that rarely. That’s because deep shower door cleaning is a tedious and tiresome task. Read on to learn how to clean a shower door and how to keep shower doors clean.

Basic Shower Door Cleaning

The best method of shower door cleaning is weekly cleaning with white vinegar. Pour the vinegar into a spray bottle and use it every time you are cleaning shower doors in your home. It works particularly well on clean clear shower doors. Make sure you have a vent on and a window at least slightly open so that the smell will not be too strong.

How To Keep Shower Doors Clean

If your shower is not particularly dirty to begin with, you can keep it clean with any of the products designed for cleaning showers on a daily basis. Just use the product as directed and you may never have to face cleaning showers again.

If you prefer to make your own daily cleaner, pour one cup of white vinegar into an empty spray bottle and fill it with water.

How To Clean Shower Doors That Are Very Dirty

The best way to clean a shower door that is covered with scum it to start cleaning right after your shower. That way, the scum has already been somewhat loosened by the hot water and steam. Spray the entire door with white vinegar and wait five minutes while it works. Then spray a small area again and, using a plastic brush or scrubby sponge, scrub the scum away.

If this method does not work, you can try a mild abrasive. Just be sure to use one that says it is safe for cleaning showers and follow the directions well. This is particularly important if you are cleaning frosted shower doors.

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