A glass shower enclosure adds modern elegance to your bathroom, but like other bathroom fixtures that are exposed to moisture, unsightly dirt and mineral deposits can build up. If the surface looks streaky, stained, or foggy, try one of these tricks to clean a glass shower wall. A simple DIY shower cleaner made from home remedies you already have can remove tough stains without harsh, irritating chemicals. And don’t forget to clean your shower door tracks too! Once your shower door is sparkling, employ some prevention strategies to make cleaning your shower wall easier next time.
Try our tips for cleaning glass shower doors, including recommendations for the best supplies and homemade cleaners to keep them sparkling after each use.
How often should you clean the glass shower screen?
Hard water spots form when water droplets dry on the glass, and mold and mildew can develop in humid environments. To keep glass shower doors clean and dirt-free, prevention is key. The best thing you can do is to wipe down the glass wall after each use. Hang a shower squeegee in your shower to make it easier and remind your family members to use it after every shower. A simple shower squeegee costs less than 20 euros and will save you a lot of time and hassle. It will help prevent limescale buildup so you won't have to scrub as much later.
Plan to wipe down the shower doors every evening after the last person of the day has showered. This is also the best time to clean your shower stall as the warm water will have already loosened the dirt. Use a sponge or foam cleaning pad, such as a Magic Eraser, to avoid the need for additional cleaning products or toxic chemicals. Cross multiple tasks off your list by cleaning shower doors, walls and floors at the same time.
Leaving the door open after showering will also help with drying. To further prevent limescale stains and keep shower doors clean, spray the doors with a water repellent spray or consider installing a water softener to reduce mineral buildup.
Follow this cleaning plan for a sparkling bathroom
If you keep up with regular light maintenance, you should only deep clean shower doors every few weeks. Here is a good shower cleaning schedule:
- Every day:Wipe glass shower doors after using the shower and leave the door open for ventilation.
- Weekly:Mop your entire shower with one once a weeksponge or a dirt eraserab.
- Once a month:It's time for a thorough cleaning. Scrub your entire shower thoroughly, making sure to get into all the nooks and crannies. Apply a water-repellent spray to prevent hard water stains on glass doors.
Clean the glass shower screen with vinegar
What do you need:
- White vinegar
- Dishwashing detergent
- Water
- sponge
- Microfiber fabric
Step 1:Mix vinegar and dish soap in equal proportions for a homemade shower door cleaner. Pour the solution into a spray bottle.
Step 2:Spray the DIY cleaner on the front and back of the doors. Let it sit for about 30 minutes or until it has softened the dirt.
Step 3:Rinse off the solution with fresh water and a damp sponge and dry the glass with a microfiber cloth.
Note:This solution of vinegar and dish soap works for most showers, but be careful when cleaning shower doors with vinegar. If your shower is made of stone, vinegar could damage it. Instead, mix some liquid soap with baking soda until it has the consistency of icing. Scrub this eco-friendly cleaner onto the glass shower door with a non-scratch sponge, then rinse with warm water.
How to clean shower doors with lemon
Say goodbye to annoying streaks with this trick to clean glass shower walls without leaving any residue. Cut a lemon in half and dip the cut side in baking soda, then rub both sides of the glass door. The acid in the lemon reacts with the baking soda and forms a mild foam. Once the glass is clean, you can also rub it with a little lemon oil. The oil repels the water so the soap doesn't dry on the glass. A bonus is the fresh lemon scent, much more pleasant than bleach.
Don't forget the shower fittings
The frame of your shower door also needs attention. The cracks there are aMain target for moldand trapped soap scum if you forget it while cleaning the shower walls. Use a toothbrush to scrub the metal frame around your shower door. A paint scraper can help remove dirt where the metal meets the shower or door. The razor blade scraper, if used carefully, can scrape mineral stains from flat glass. Be sure to use a clean, sharp blade and hold it at a 45-degree angle to the surface to avoid scratching.
How to make a cleaning spray for everyday use?
Using a cleaning spray daily can give you more time between deep cleans. Make your own cleaning product cheaply (and without harsh chemicals) by mixing 1 cup of water, 1/2 cup of vinegar, a little dish soap, and 10-20 drops of your favorite essential oil. Keep it in the shower stall and spray the glass wall after mopping. Using a daily, no-rinse cleanser allows more time between deep cleans. (Again, omit the vinegar if you have a stone tile shower.)
