How to Quickly Clean a Dirty Shower If your shower feels more like a science experiment than a spa, try these easy tricks to make it shine. 1. Zap scum and mildew. Before you grab your favourite bargroom/shower spray cleaner, ventilate the room by opening a window or at least the door. Then work on the shower in three vertical sections — this will cut down on fumes and prevent the cleaner from drying before you wipe it. Spray the first section, covering both tile and shower base and give it a few minutes to penetrate (use the time to go get a cup for the next step). Now, spray the second section, and let it soak while you clean the first. With a wet scrubber sponge (i.e, one with a no-scratch scouring pad), wipe down the first area, using wide strokes to cover the most surface in the least time; rinse the sponge. Fill your cup with water and rinse the cleaned area. When the first section is done, spray the third section, then wipe and rinse the second, followed by the third. For any remaining grout stains, mix up one part bleach and two parts water in a spray bottle. Let it soak in for a few minutes. Turn on the shower for a minute so it can self-rinse, and give any outside-of-the-stream spots a quick splash with your cup. 2. Clear the drain. Its a real downer to stand in a puddle because your drains stopped up. Most likely, the clog culprit is hair. To fix: Untwist a wire hanger and slide one end inside the drain to poke down or pull out any clumps of hair. Then mix 1/4 cup ammonia in a quarter of boiling water, and pour it into the drain to dissolve soap coating the pipes. 3. Restore the spray. If the water from your showerhead is shooting in all directions, or your low-flow has become a no-flow, the holes in your showerhead are probably clogged with minerals. Wipe the dry debris from the holes with the scrubber sponge you used for the tile. Still not spraying straight? Mix a solution of equal parts white vinegar and water (youll need about 1 cup), and pour it into a plastic bag. Put the plastic bag around the showerhead so the holes are immersed in the liquid, and secure the bag to the shaft with a twist tie. Allow it to soak at least 15 to 20 minutes (up to an hour if you can). Remove the bag and wipe away loosened deposits; run the shower on hot to flush the holes. Aah, now dont you crave a nice, long shower? Make It Easier Next Time: Get a drain strainer to catch hair, pre-clogs. If youve got the patience, the best way to cut down on mildew is to keep a squeegee handy and give the walls a quick swipe before stepping out of the shower.
Posted on: Thu, 08 May 2014 12:02:27 +0000
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