Cleaning experts share the secrets of a spic and span tub.

Sure, it’s the last thing you want to spend your Saturday doing but at some point, it’s inevitably time to tackle that dreaded task of cleaning the bath tub.

To help you get through this painful process, we have asked a few cleaning experts to tell us the most important things to consider when cleaning the tub.

Before you start, try this:

-Use a Dust Buster or dry microfiber towel over the tub surface before applying any cleaning products. Bath tubs are often filled with lots of dust and hair — gross factor — and this will prep the tub for cleaning.

-Heat the tub to about 10 degrees above room temperature, this doubles the effectiveness of alkaline cleansers. Fill the tub with a couple of inches of the hottest water from the tap and let it sit for a few minutes. Drain the water and then spray an antibacterial cleanser around the tub. Scrub from top to bottom.

-Hit the cupboard. White vinegar is one of the best cleaning products for working with tiled walls, say the experts at The New Homemaker. Give the tub area a good steam by running hot water (this will loosen up the dirt), then apply the vinegar directly with a towel, wiping across the surface of your tile. Soaking showerheads in vinegar overnight can remove corrosion or chemical build-up. Warning: Be careful with using vinegar around ceramic tile. If the grout was not sealed properly, the vinegar can etch the grout.

The right way to scrub:

-Invest in a tub and tile scrubber with a long handle — it will save you from a lot of bending, plus it will enable you to get to hard-to-reach places close to the ceiling.

-Wipe down bathroom faucets with rubbing alcohol. It will make them shiny and rid the air of nasty odors. Use peroxide for cleaning the metal shower-door tracks.

-Lemon oil works well for taking soap scum off glass shower doors. Use a squeegee to remove most of the water from the surface then a microfiber towel to dry it off.

-Don’t slack on the rinse. Rinsing the tub and shower walls is the most important step. The chemicals in cleansers are specifically designed to attract dirt and foreign particles, so if you don’t completely rinse the cleanser off, dirt is going to stick to it and build up.

For really stubborn stains:

-Get dirty, and spray oven cleaner on porcelain and let it sit for an hour or two. Then spray enough water to just wet the area and use a cloth or brush to scrub the surface. Be sure to wear protective gloves.

Keep up with the grime:

-You can avoid having clogged drains and unnecessary tub cleaning in the future by pouring a quarter cup baking soda down the drain weekly, say the experts at The New Homemaker. Rinse thoroughly with hot water.

-If you’re dealing with a shower curtain, don’t leave it open after showering. Pull a wet curtain all the way closed so it can fully dry. If you leave it open, the folds are more likely to grow mold. If your vinyl curtain does need a wash, simply throw it in the washing machine with a few towels, a cup of white vinegar and detergent, then air dry.
Need a step-by-step guide?:

For a basic, overall cleaning, follow these steps from the experts at Seventh Generation to get your tub spick and span:

1. Spray an eco-friendly Bath and tile cleaner from top to bottom on a dry tub, and let it sit for five minutes.

2. Use an abrasive pad or thick sponge or scrub brush to clean from side to side, top to bottom.

3. Pour water into a small container and wet the sides of the tub.

4. To clean rust stains or yellow spots, mix baking soda with dish soap to make a paste that has the consistency of tooth paste. Apply to the spots and leave on for 10 minutes. With a pumice stone, rub the paste in a circular motion. Splash with water from a small container to rinse.

5. If you have mold, directly apply a tub and tile cleaner and let sit for 10 minutes. Clean very firmly with a scrub brush, then splash with water from a small container to rinse.

Several accidents may occur if you leave your tubs cracked or chipped. Aside from the structural damage it may cause to the tub, your walls and floors, it may also be the cause of injuries. This is a problem indeed but the answer is not to replace your tubs, instead, you can opt to repair it and cutting costs.

There is always the option of hiring a professional to repair your tubs but by fixing it yourself, you will spend way less than paying for a repairman. You can easily repair these kinds of problems by buying a do-it-yourself kit at the nearest home improvement stores that usually contains: epoxy resin, wet/dry sandpaper, fine-grit sandpaper, gel coat enamel, and an applicator. You’ll also need the following materials and instruments to get the job done quickly: hairdryer, rags, a paintbrush, and a tungsten carbide cutter.

To begin the repair, make sure that the tub is clean and dry by using the hairdryer.  This is necessary for the epoxy to stick to the tub’s surface. The next thing you should do is to make the cracked surface smooth and clean by using the tungsten carbide cutter. Using the cutter, widen the crack and remove the rough spots. If you are dealing with a chipped bathtub, smooth the edges by grinding it with the cutter and sanding it with sandpaper. This is necessary in order to get an unnoticeable repair.

Next step is to apply the epoxy resin. Instructions on how to mix and prepare epoxy may differ depending on the product. When mixing is done, fill the grove you created with the grinder and remove the excess epoxy using the applicator. Leave it for about 12 hours to let the epoxy to properly dry. After 12 hours, sand the area where the epoxy was applied to give it a smooth surface.

Last step is to apply the gel coat enamel. Mix up the enamel to get the same color as your bathtub and apply a smooth layer on the dried epoxy. Wait for it to dry up and see an unnoticeable repair.

Repairing tubs are easy. With these tips you can cut cost on buying a new tub, hiring a professional, and ultimately make your home safe and damage free.

You can opt to do it yourself or you can hire a professional
to do it for you.

Usually, when the bathtub is clogged, the cause of the clog
can either be hair or soap or both. The water finds it hard to
seep through the clog which is the reason why water is
collecting in the bathtub. To remove them, you can use your
finger or an old coat hanger and just take them out. If the
clog is still there, you can make use of a plunger and try to
see if there are other things down there that is causing the
clog. If the problem still exists after all of these, you can
use a chemical drain cleaner. All you have to do is to pour the
chemical into the drain.

However, if after trying all of the methods used to unclog
that drain of yours, your bathtub is still clogged, well it is
time to call a professional. It could get really expensive
because aside from the professional fee that you will be
charged, you will have to pay for the repairs that will be
done. For sure, they will be able to help you with your bathtub
plumbing problem because they have the skill and the equipment.
In fact, do not be surprised if they will use a snake to solve
your problem. The great thing about plumbers is they can be
located easily. There are qualified bathtub plumbing
contractors in your area and all you got to do is to look them
up via the yellow pages or the World Wide Web and call
them.

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This is quite an inexpensive matter but the fiberglass tubs
are less durable than porcelain or cast iron bath tubs. Its
also relatively easy to repair.The cast iron bathtubs are very
pricey but they would last you a lifetime. As for the looks the
marble bathtubs and the beat wood bathtubs look the best. These
are of course extremely difficult to clean and to maintain. A
material for the bathtub should be chosen on the basis of cost,
looks, strength and durability. You should choose a material
for the bathtub accordingly.

It is indeed invigorating to take a nice long dip into a
bathtub. A common way to clean the bathtub regularly is by
sprinkling some cleanser and rubbing it off with a rug or a
sponge. But if you feel that the bathtub should look its best,
you have to use the cleaning method that suits the material.
Therefore if you want to find out how to clean or repair the
fiberglass bath tub or for that matter, the other bathtubs, you
should consult the manufacturers and the dealers who would be
able to tell you the cleaning techniques. The gel coated
fiberglass bath tubs are essentially known as the FRP. This is
one of the most inexpensive bathtub materials. These are made
by building up fiberglass layers and touched with a coat of
spray from polyester raisin.  These fiberglass whirlpools
in the bathtubs may have jets with a high pressure effect
called the whirlpools. These jets can be used for hydrotherapy
or water massage. The health clubs or the public swimming pools
have such fiberglass whirlpools. The company Jacuzzi has made
them popular and since that they are known as Jacuzzi. The hot
tub or the bath tub type is also called the Jacuzzi tub. They
are often installed in houses and they are used in replacement
of usual bath tubs. These are slightly larger in size than the
usual bath tubs and they have all features that are similar to
the whirlpools made of fiberglass. You can add accessories
according to your own list of requirements and make it
customized enough for use. It is easy to clean and repair the
fiberglass bathtubs. You can create enclosures, or take certain
portions that need repair work, and just work on those areas.
You don’t have to do the entire area. These need to be cleaned
with light strokes and very gently. The paint comes off easily
and a mild detergent can rub off the tub very gently. You
should not allow big scratches to appear on the bath tubs and
also allow deposits to occur. If such things happen, it is best
to repair the fiberglass bathtub and clean it in time.

It is a tool used to give an infant a bath. As a mom to a
newborn, it is important that you have everything that you need
to make things easier for you. With a baby bathtub, bathing
your baby has never been easier or safer.

Any one who has experienced handling a baby know how
slippery he or she could get when wet. Bath time can be
extremely challenging. Usually, you hold one arm with the baby
and the other one to bathe the baby. With the baby bathtub, you
can use both hands to bathe your baby as it provides the right
support.

There are many kinds of baby bathtubs in the market these
days. You can find one that is self standing or one that you
can place inside a regular-sized bathtub used by grownups. Any
type you choose for your baby is okay. They are all designed to
keep the baby elevated by keeping the head out of the water.
Until your baby can sit on his or her own, it is safer if you
use the baby bathtub. For sure you will be able to find one
that will fit your needs and bring you utmost convenience

Dulling and scratches can be just done away with a metal
polish that makes it look all over new once more. Again, if it
is something about the faucet, you can fix it up to function
well again. Deep scratches can be eradicated with the use of
damp sandpaper and then with a final touch of a liquid polish.
You have to use a small amount of water while sanding to be
careful that you do not scratch the surface. The tub can be
buffed out with a polishing compound. When the scratch is deep
enough, you can use sand paper in a circular motion. You have
to wet the sandpaper with water and then repeat as many times
as you can to remove the scratch. An electrical buffer can burn
the surface. In order to clean your acrylic bathtub, the tub
has to be cleaned well. A liquid soap is appreciated. A pain
thinner or an acetone should be used to clean the tub.

Once your acrylic bathtub has a new look you can consider
replacing the accessories of the bathtub. The bathtub fixtures,
the faucet and the kit can be changed. Is the head, knobs,
faucets, or handle worn out? You can replace them so that the
bathtub can be brought back to a real good condition. Adding
shiny fixtures would give your bathroom a new look. You can
also have the bathtub liner reinstalled. Your bathtub may have
undergone a lot of use there is a cost effective solution other
then getting rid of the old bathtub and exchanging it with a
new one. The liner is installed and the bathtub now has a new
and clean look and it is just the price of what it would have
been with an old bathtub. This changing the fixtures – faucets,
knobs and heads and also the painting of the bathroom walls
around the bathtub would help give it a new look. A bathtub
repair is an easy and economical process. A bathtub repair is
worth the time and money it requires because while having a
brand new bathtub is expensive, it is a cause of mental
satisfaction that the old bathtub can be used in the most
effective way.

 The bath room floors can be made in such a way that
they are not slippery and the provide mobility during taking a
bath with no worries of slipping over and having accidents. The
usual bathroom styles are freestanding, built in and soaking.
Some of the bath tub styles are claw foot for the antique look.
The jets, Jacuzzis and the Whirlpools can also be installed.
There should be plenty of hot water to maximize on the
exhilarating experience. The replacement of the tub can be made
according to a specific theme. They come in various materials
like cast iron, acrylic, composite fiberglass and steel. You
can have a look at all the choices that are available. The size
of the bathtub is also very important. There are single
bathtubs and also tubs meant for two people. You must try them
out before you proceed to buy. While reglazing a bathtub, you
can also choose from the large variety of shower valves and the
faucets that are available. You can pick the best so that your
experience is one of comfort and luxury. The tub can be made to
appear aesthetically pleasing by using enclosures and special
lightings that may provide a wonderful ambiance DVD systems and
audio systems can be installed. You can choose any accessory to
fit your requirements. You must make sure that it fits your
budget too. So when you are considering reglazing matters, you
should have enough confidence to plan the reglazing matters by
yourself, although if you have a little more money to spare you
can seek the help of professionals. The internet has some good
resources or you can contact an expert in the locality. 
You can soon find a contractor within the locality who can help
you to successfully carry on the reglazing work for the bath
tub. You should also keep in mind the estimate for the project.
You can look at the whole project and seek for professional
advice on the costs before you venture to carry on the
reglazing matters. Remodeling a bathtub is a good enough
experience to learn lots from it. The accessories and fixtures
for premium brands may be chosen. You have to start from a
stage of planning and then implement it after it has been fully
finished. The bathtub reglazing process is more than providing
it with a showering or a washing facility. It will have
cleanliness, safety and comfort to add to the whole package.
Moreover by opting for a do it yourself process, your saving on
labor costs.

Now bathroom remodeling can be rather expensive, as much as
we would love to do it. However you can cut on costs by going
in for bathtub liners as these are a good alternate option to
refurbishing our bathtub. Before we go any further, lets
understand what bathtub liners are, in the first place.
Essentially liners are sort of new layers or skins for bathtubs
or walls. These bathtub liners are installed over your bathtub,
and you don’t have to remove anything. Basically liners are
made of acrylic, or some heavy gauge acrylic. New bathtubs are
made of this ssamematerial. So, if you’re bathroom remodeling
and don’t want to change or revamp the bathtub, you can just
choose to re-line the bathtub. There are a number of reasons
why people chose a bathtub liner. If you don’t have too much of
money to spend in order to remodel your bathroom, you can
choose to re-line the bathtub. Besides saving on costs, you
also save on time, which is a precious commodity for many
people. Remodeling takes time, and if you have to change the
bathtub, it takes all the more time. You wouldn’t have to deal
with the messy work of cleaning and clearing the work that is
caused due to this bathroom remodeling. Moreover you don’t have
to demolish your current bathtub, it saves a lot of hassle.
Having said that there are so many benefits why you should use
a bathtub liner, For one, the bathtub liner may not feel very
stable or smooth, Also there is a strong possibility of water
entering between the tub and liner, and so chances of mold
rising is a given fact. Next time, you’re considering bathroom
remodeling, one option that you have is seriously consider
installing an acrylic bathtub liner.

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