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Learn how to easily clean glass shower doors with this step-by-step guide. Remove soap scum, hard water stains, and grime using these simple tips and effective products.
Glass shower doors are stunning when clean but can quickly become an eyesore thanks to soap scum and hard water stains. If you’ve struggled to make your doors sparkle, I’ve got an amazing solution for you! In this post, I’m sharing the simple method that transformed my soap scum coated, cloudy glass shower doors into crystal clear beauties, plus the products I swear by to keep them looking like new.
How to Easily Clean Glass Shower Doors
Step 1: Assess the Damage
Start by taking a good look at your shower doors. Are they covered in soap scum, hard water stains, or both? For general cleaning, I love this cream cleaner by The Pink Stuff or a mixture of dish soap and vinegar (don’t use vinegar on tile or stone but its great on glass) in a soap dispensing brush.
If you have stubborn buildup however, you’ll need a cleaner that’s tough on grime but gentle on glass and for that I love this cleaner. I heard great things about it and had to test it myself and wow is it worth the hype!
Step 2: Apply the Cleaner
I do recommend wearing gloves with this just because it is a stronger cleaner. Generously apply the cleaner to the sponge ( I like to use a Scrub Daddy) and then apply to the glass without diluting with water. Coat the doors with it well and let it sit for a while to give it time to work and to break down the grime. I let mine sit for 30 minutes to an hour.
Step 3: Scrub and Rinse
Once it’s sat for a while use the sponge to gently work on the stains and buildup then rinse thoroughly with warm water.
Step 4: Tackle the Edges and Hardware
Don’t forget the edges and metal hardware! The cleaner works wonders on faucets and other fixtures too, making them shine.
Step 5: Seal for Lasting Protection
Lastly, finish with a ceramic coating spray to create a protective layer. This helps water bead off, reducing future buildup and making the doors and fixtures easier to clean going forward. I think you’ll find that the door stays clean so much longer and when it does get dirty again it wipes clean easily and you shouldn’t really have to do a deep thorough scrub for a while if at all.
Pro Tip: Another useful tool for keeping glass shower doors clean is a squeegee. I recommend squeegeeing the doors after every shower. It becomes a habit, only takes a few seconds but really helps keep the doors clean longer and cuts down on buildup.
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Hard Water Stain Remover
This non-toxic, biodegradable formula cuts through mineral buildup on glass, tiles, and more, and has a fresh wintergreen scent. Pair it with a little elbow grease for sparkling results. It’s a total game changer!
Scrub Mommy Sponges
The best sponges! They are non scratch and one side is the traditional Scrub Daddy material and the other is a classic sponge. They stay firm in cold water and get soft/pliable in hot. They’re cute and effective!
Ceramic Coating Spray Kit
After all your hard work to get the doors clean keep them that way with this Lifeproof Ceramic Coating Spray Kit! This spray creates a protective barrier that repels water and prevents soap scum and hard water buildup. Pair it with a microfiber cloth for a streak-free finish that lasts. A must-have for low-maintenance, high quality results!
The Pink Stuff Cream Cleanser
My favorite multi-purpose cleaner for the bathroom. Its design makes it easy to squirt on shower walls and floors as well as sinks and tubs. Powers through messes and bonus that it’s pink 🙂
Soap Dispensing Brush
My favorite cleaning hack for keeping bathrooms cleaner, longer. Fill this with dish soap or the cream cleanser and keep under the bathroom sink for quick cleans of sink bowls, tubs and showers.
Squeegee
I keep this on our shower wall so it’s easy to grab and use after each shower to help keep the doors clean longer.
Mold & Mildew Remover
Not necessarily for the glass shower doors although it could be handy at the base of them, but if you have black mold and mildew in your shower this is a dream! Just apply and let sit overnight or several hours then wipe away the next day and it will look brand new again!
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Say Goodbye to Soap Scum for Good
With just a few easy steps and the right tools, you can transform your glass shower doors from grimy to gleaming. No more battling stubborn soap scum or hard water stains, the solution is simpler than you think! And by adding a protective ceramic coating, you’ll not only enjoy the immediate sparkle but also save time and effort in future cleanings.
What’s your favorite cleaning hack for glass doors? Share in the comments below, or let me know how this method worked for you! Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram for more cleaning tips and tricks.
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