Is your bathtub sporting a ring of its own? Are your shower doors wearing a filmy deposit? Does the bathroom sink have waters spots? Ironically, all the cleaning up we do of our bodies while in our bathrooms tends to leave some unsightly messes on our bathrooms instead!

Soaps and shampoos leave oily scum on shower walls. The scum hardens until you practically have to chip it away with a hydraulic jack. And, that’s nothing compared to what mineral deposits can do to those beautiful glass shower doors. Even your mirrors can end up looking a bit cloudy from shower condensation. If your bathroom is the victim of hard water stains and soap scum, there is a way to rescue it.

Removing Hard Water Stains from Tiles and Showers

Removing hard water stains from tiles and showers doesn’t have to be difficult if you follow these simple steps:

1. Use a heavy gel-type cleaner that is made for removing hard water buildup. Avoid abrasive cleaners that can scratch tile surfaces and make them more porous.

2. Apply the cleaner directly to the walls and surfaces using a damp sponge or cloth. Be sure to wear gloves while working. The chemicals can be drying to your hands.

3. Leave the bathroom and leave the door open to allow for ventilation. The cleaners are likely to give off fumes as
they react with the chemicals and minerals built up on your walls.

4. Let the cleaner sit on the walls for ten minutes, or follow label directions.

5. Rinse thoroughly.