When hard water dries, water stains and limescale deposits appear on the shower cubicle. You know how difficult it can be to remove these stains from the glass doors. We will explain to you how to descale the shower cubicle and keep the annoying limescale deposits at bay.
Everyone knows the problem: the bathroom is cleaned and the limescale appears again the next day. Whether made of plastic or glass, shower walls are very susceptible to limescale deposits. We'll share with you the best cleaning tips and home remedies to prevent limescale build-up and keep your shower cubicle shiny. ThisMethods are just as effectiveand sometimes even work better than commercially available cleaning products. They are ideal for people on a tight budget or for those who want to avoid harsh chemicals when cleaning.
Clean with white vinegar
Use white vinegar to descale your shower stall as the acid in vinegar dissolves mineral deposits.
First, boil the vinegar and take the pot to the bathroom. Let it cool down a bit.
Use rubber gloves while descaling the shower stall to protect yourself.
Dip paper towels in the warm vinegar and place them on the glass doors so they stick. Leave them on for 30-60 minutes, making sure to keep them moistened with vinegar the entire time.
Clean the shower cubicle with vinegar and dishwashing liquid
You can remove limescale stains from your shower walls by making a cleaning solution with one part water, one part vinegar, and one tablespoon dish soap.
Mix everything well and spray on the shower walls, fittings, doors and any other places where there is limescale deposits.
Let the solution sit for about 20 minutes and scrub with a sponge. For particularly stubborn areas, you should use a brush with soft bristles.
Finally, rinse with clean water and repeat the process if necessary.
If you use this shower spray every day after showering without rinsing it off, then deep cleaning of the shower cubicle will not be necessary as often.
Remove the limescale deposits with vinegar and baking soda
If your shower doors have very stubborn limescale stains that cannot be removed with vinegar, it may be time to add baking soda.
Adding baking soda to the vinegar gives it some strength and really penetrates the stains. You will need the following ingredients to mix in a cup:
- 360 ml white vinegar
- 140 g Backpulver
- Sponge or brush
- Microfiber cloth
Application:
- Warm the vinegar in the microwave and pour it over the baking soda. The result should be a paste and not a liquid mixture.
- Rub the paste onto the shower stall with a sponge or brush.
- Then rinse them with warm water and wipe them with a microfiber cloth.
Descale the shower cubicle: With lemon or citric acid
If you are bothered by the strong smell of vinegar, you should use a solution of warm water and citric acid.
Mix 1 tablespoon of citric acid with 100 ml of water and apply the solution to the dirty areas. Leave it on for 10 minutes and rinse with warm water.
Or use a fresh lemon to clean the glass doors without leaving any residue and say goodbye to those annoying streaks.
Cut the lemon in half, dip the cut surface in baking soda, and then rub the surface of the glass with it. The acid from the lemon reacts with the baking soda and forms a foam.
Once the glass is clean, you can rub it with a little lemon oil. The oil repels the water so it doesn't dry on the glass.
However, cleaning the shower stall with citric acid or vinegar is not a good option for owners of natural stone tiles. These substances can cause discoloration and microdamagethe surface of marble, granite or travertine. So if you have even one stone element in the shower, it is better to avoid citric acid and vinegar.
How can you avoid limescale deposits?
It is always better to prevent limescale deposits in your shower cubicle than to fight them later.
If you have hard water that causes limescale, you should use a water softener. This is a device that filters the water, reduces the minerals it contains and slows down the buildup in the shower.
If you don't have the budget for a water softener, keep a spray bottle of vinegar in the shower and spray the glass doors after each use. Then dry the glass with a cloth.
Wipe the shower walls after each usewith a pulleror a microfiber cloth to prevent hard water stains and keep your glass looking fresh and clear between cleanings.
