Kitchen and Bath
How Do I Clean Glass Shower Doors?
Soap scum builds up slowly on your glass shower doors. Cleaning it off is not as difficult as you might think. A little cleanser goes a long way; and, contrary to what you might think, powdered cleansers will not scratch or etch your glass.
The secret is to make a loose paste of cleanser (also known as a slurry), such as Comet or Ajax.
Step 1: Wet a clean sponge, terry cloth or microfiber towel with plenty of water. In fact, soak that towel or sponge real good! Comet, Ajax and the like work best when they are wet. You can always add a little extra cleanser as you go.
Step 2: Sprinkle a liberal amount of cleanser on your cloth. Rub the cleanser into the cloth to make it into a loose paste.
Step 3: Test the cleaner in a small, inconspicuous spot on the shower door. Generally, the bottom of the door nearest the track is not seen. If the doors are truly glass, you should have no problem. Plexiglass, plastic and other materials may scratch if you do not use enough water.
Test the solution by gently rubbing it in a small circle. Then rinse. Look for adverse reactions.
Step 4: Scrub the door in a circular motion, starting at the top of the door. I like to work in a row, from left to right.
Step 5: Rinse each section, as you clean. Use a second towel or sponge to, soaked in clear water, to rinse the door. You can also use a spray nozzle from the shower (if available) or fill a small bucket with water to rinse the door.
Step 6: Repeat steps 4 and 5, moving down the door, one row at a time. Overlap each area that was previously cleaned to make sure each section is completely cleaned.
Step 7: Check your work. Look for smudges, missed spots or blotchy areas. Reclean each section as needed.
Step 8: Buff the glass with a clean, dry cloth. Do not skip this step, especially if you are expecting house guests that may use your bathroom. Buffing the glass dry is what makes it sparkle!
Bonus Tip:
The secret is to make a loose paste of cleanser (also known as a slurry), such as Comet or Ajax.
Step 1: Wet a clean sponge, terry cloth or microfiber towel with plenty of water. In fact, soak that towel or sponge real good! Comet, Ajax and the like work best when they are wet. You can always add a little extra cleanser as you go.
Step 2: Sprinkle a liberal amount of cleanser on your cloth. Rub the cleanser into the cloth to make it into a loose paste.
Step 3: Test the cleaner in a small, inconspicuous spot on the shower door. Generally, the bottom of the door nearest the track is not seen. If the doors are truly glass, you should have no problem. Plexiglass, plastic and other materials may scratch if you do not use enough water.
Test the solution by gently rubbing it in a small circle. Then rinse. Look for adverse reactions.
Step 4: Scrub the door in a circular motion, starting at the top of the door. I like to work in a row, from left to right.
Step 5: Rinse each section, as you clean. Use a second towel or sponge to, soaked in clear water, to rinse the door. You can also use a spray nozzle from the shower (if available) or fill a small bucket with water to rinse the door.
Step 6: Repeat steps 4 and 5, moving down the door, one row at a time. Overlap each area that was previously cleaned to make sure each section is completely cleaned.
Step 7: Check your work. Look for smudges, missed spots or blotchy areas. Reclean each section as needed.
Step 8: Buff the glass with a clean, dry cloth. Do not skip this step, especially if you are expecting house guests that may use your bathroom. Buffing the glass dry is what makes it sparkle!
Bonus Tip:
- Add extra cleanser as needed.
- Work in small areas, especially if there is a lot of soap scum on the doors.
- Do not let the door dry while you are cleaning it. Otherwise, you will be left with messy swirl marks. Rinse, dry and buff as you move down the door.