We’ve put together an essential guide on how to clean shower glass, so that anyone can have sparkling glass in their bathrooms.
The cause of dirty shower glass
The first step in keeping your shower glass clean is knowing where all those spots and streaks come from.
They can be caused by several things.
Hard water deposits, which are caused by the presence of calcium and/or other hard minerals in your water, can build up over time when you leave water sitting on your glass.
Soap scum is another substance that can build up over time when left on shower glass.
Again hard water is to blame for this – it reacts with the soaps you use to form a substance that doesn’t dissolve in water and sticks to your glass.
When attempting to remove shower marks, be aware that you can cause additional marks by using harsh scrubbers.
Abrasives can damage glass and leave scratch marks so we recommend avoiding using these on your shower glass.
In summary, most of these issues can be avoided simply by wiping down your shower glass and cleaning it on a regular basis.
How to get rid of shower glass marks
If you already have stubborn streaks and spots that won’t go away, here’s how you can get rid of them.
As we’ve mentioned above, shower marks can be caused in a number of ways.
We recommend using cleaners that are specifically designed to tackle particular causes of these marks.
For example, a specially formulated shower and tile descaler, such as Kemsol Arctec, would be most effective at removing marks caused by hard water build up.
Meanwhile, cleaners such as Kemsol Shower Power are best at dealing with soap scum build up.
When using either of the above products, there are some guidelines you should follow to get the best results:
- Always test a new product on a small area to ensure it’s compatible with the surface
- Spray the product directly onto the shower glass that you’re cleaning
- Leave the product to work on the soiling, don’t immediately scrub
- When wiping off, ensure you use non-scratching cleaning pads, to avoid scratches that can’t be removed with cleaners
Visit the product pages below for exact instructions on how to use each product on your shower glass:
https://www.kemsol.co.nz/product/29/arctec/
https://www.kemsol.co.nz/product/247/shower-power/
Prevention
The best way to deal with shower glass streaking is to avoid it in the first place.
Always remember to rinse your shower glass after use to ensure any soap scum is flushed away.
We then recommend you squeegee off any remaining water to prevent scaling due to hard water build up.
Talk to us for cleaning advice specific to your needs – we’re always happy to help!
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