How to Clean Your Bathtub

Acrylic is a softer material that requires nonabrasive cleaning products and supplies to leave it looking brand new. Follow the instructions on whichever product you choose for the best results.

• For tough stains, first fill the tub with hot water and vinegar. Allow this soaking mixture to stay for 15 minutes or more to loosen any mildew and scum. Then drain the water.
• Scatter baking soda or mild cleaning product throughout the tub and allow it to sit for five to ten minutes. Baking soda can remove hard dirt from the acrylic.
• Use a damp cloth or sponge to scrub the baking soda into the tub and faucets.
• Use a bristle brush to capture dirt in corners and along the bathtub edges.
• Rinse the tub and wipe clean.

Fiberglass is a commonly used material for bathtubs. While it is easy to clean, it can be scratched using the wrong tools and supplies.

• For tough stains, first place a towel soaked in a vinegar and baking soda paste or hydrogen peroxide onto the stain(s) and allow the towel to sit for up to one hour.
• Combine two parts vinegar and one part water in a spray bottle and spray the entire bathtub. Allow this soaking solution to sit in the tub for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Use a cloth or sponge to remove the dissolved dirt and soap scum from the tub.
• Rinse the tub and use a microfiber cloth to remove excess paste or solution.

Tip: Mix 1/4 baking soda and vinegar together. Double amounts as needed.

Porcelain bathtubs give a luxurious look to your bathroom and are extremely durable. When it comes to this sleek surface, you will want to avoid damage by using gentle cleansers and supplies.

• For tough stains, first cover them throughout the tub with salt and lemon juice, then allow it to sit for up to one hour. Scrub the salt and lemon juice into the stain.
• Equally combine warm water, ammonia and baking soda into a bucket.
• Dip a cloth or soft sponge into the bucket and scrub the tub thoroughly.
• Rinse the tub and wipe clean.

Manmade stone resin is remarkably durable and resistant to stains and scratches. This easy-to-clean surface will remain the centerpiece of your bathroom for years if you clean it carefully.

• For tough stains, first scrub the area with cream cleanser solutions to dissolve the stains.
• Mix dishwasher detergent and water into the bathtub or bucket.
• Use a cloth to scrub the tub and finish removing the stains.
• Rinse multiple times and wipe completely to prevent streaks.