{"id":719,"date":"2020-06-20T13:25:20","date_gmt":"2020-06-20T17:25:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/live-select-home-warranty.pantheonsite.io\/blog\/?p=719"},"modified":"2025-08-26T05:57:31","modified_gmt":"2025-08-26T09:57:31","slug":"shower-bathtub-cleaning-maintenance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.selecthomewarranty.com\/blog\/shower-bathtub-cleaning-maintenance\/","title":{"rendered":"Shower & Bathtub Cleaning, Maintenance and Common Issues"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019re routinely cleaning or it\u2019s about time to use some elbow grease, the shower and bathtub take special care.<\/p>\n

We use these areas of the home daily, sometimes causing quite a bit of grime to build up. There are steps you can take to lessen the amount of grime built up over time, and there\u2019s also hacks you can try to leave your bathtub and shower good as new.<\/p>\n

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How do you keep<\/em> a shower clean?<\/h2>\n

How to clean a shower is simple, if you do it often. It\u2019s more important to keep your shower clean in order to prevent the build up of tough grime, and sometimes even mold.<\/p>\n

Follow these steps to make routine shower cleaning much easier:<\/p>\n

1. Run a fan or open a window during your shower, and make sure your shower curtain is contained inside the bathtub. Be sure water keeps from splashing outside the tub and has a way to evaporate out of the room, or else mold can easily grow in the grout around your tiles.<\/p>\n

2. Remove hair from the drain after your shower or bath. This might sound simple, but make it a routine and you\u2019ll thank yourself later! Hair is the number one cause of drain issues.<\/p>\n

3. If you take a very dirty bath, give the tub a rinse and remove the adhesive bath tread if you have one. Your bathtub could stain from very dirty bath water, such as if you give the dog a bath or wash select articles of clothing with runny dye.<\/p>\n

Some people also choose to apply bathtub wax to keep regular cleanings more manageable.<\/p>\n

The Best Way to Clean a Shower: 2 Cleaning Hacks<\/h3>\n

Whether or not you regularly clean your tub, we\u2019ve all run into the dilemma of hard-to-get grime.<\/p>\n

The secret is to not overthink your cleaning products. Be sure to use cleaning products that are either simple and organic or purposed for your bathtub, otherwise you could damage your tub.<\/p>\n

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  1. Baking Soda and Water.<\/strong> Baking soda acts as a paste and helps loosen debris for you to easily scrub away soap scum.<\/li>\n
  2. Vinegar and Dish Detergent.<\/strong> Another common household solution, dish detergent is great for eliminating grease while vinegar helps apply an acidic coating.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Clogged bathtub drains are the most common issue you might find when it\u2019s time to really clean your tub.<\/p>\n

    If your bathtub won\u2019t drain but it\u2019s not clogged, you could have a much deeper clog in your drain. Be sure to use a drain snake to see if you can pull hair or debris from the drain. If you\u2019re still dealing with standing water and unable to drain your tub, then it\u2019s time to place a claim<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    Bathtub & Shower Maintenance<\/h3>\n

    Your bathtub and shower don\u2019t require a great deal of maintenance aside from regular cleaning. Mold can be dangerous to your health, so it\u2019s most important to look out for areas mold or mildew can grow.<\/p>\n