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    Old 09-01-2022, 02:28 AM
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    Default Soap/calcium build up in shower

    Have low end shower with serious build up. Looking for product to clean it up. KYes I know I need lots of elbow grease.
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    Old 09-01-2022, 03:16 AM
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    We use Simple Green, works wonders.
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    Old 09-01-2022, 04:22 AM
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    i use scrubby bubbles
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    Old 09-01-2022, 04:36 AM
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    This is my recipe for shower cleaner - 1 part regular Dawn to 2 parts white vinegar. Mix in spray bottle. Spray down inside of shower and let sit for 20 - 30 minutes. Spray shower and wipe off - I usually do this when I'm ready to take a shower. This stuff works great on soap scum and mold.
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    Old 09-01-2022, 05:35 AM
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    I also use the Dawn/vinegar mix. It works wonders. I sometimes leave overnight.
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    Old 09-01-2022, 06:35 AM
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    Dawn Powerwash is amazing for showers and tubs. I keep a bottle of it in each bathroom.
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    Old 09-01-2022, 07:43 AM
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    When we finish in the shower, we always wipe down all the walls and the floor. I have never had any buildup to remove. A minute or two every time the shower is used can save hours later.
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    Old 09-01-2022, 09:02 AM
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    Originally Posted by SueZQ from MN
    When we finish in the shower, we always wipe down all the walls and the floor. I have never had any buildup to remove. A minute or two every time the shower is used can save hours later.
    We have done this as well with excellent results. I have Mr. Stitchnripper spray things down and wipe off on a regular basis just because . I have convinced him he has better upper body strength!!! It also keeps the glass shower from etching. Always looks nice.
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    Old 09-01-2022, 09:21 AM
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    We stopped using soap, we use bath wash, no soap scum. It makes the cleaning easier nothing to scrub just wipe away.
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    Old 09-01-2022, 09:56 AM
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    Originally Posted by QuiltBaer
    This is my recipe for shower cleaner - 1 part regular Dawn to 2 parts white vinegar. Mix in spray bottle. Spray down inside of shower and let sit for 20 - 30 minutes. Spray shower and wipe off - I usually do this when I'm ready to take a shower. This stuff works great on soap scum and mold.
    This is what I do except I use cleaning vinegar instead of regular cooking vinegar, it's much better for cleaning. Do not get it mixed up with your regular vinegar though! 6% acidity and works great on the floor of my acrylic tub. Which, by the way, if I had known how awful acrylic was, I NEVER would have allowed the contractor to remove my old porcelain tub and install this nasty acrylic thing.
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