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    Old 10-01-2010, 04:31 PM
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    I use the comet bathroom cleaner. You spray it all over and let it set for 5-10 minutes then spray and wash over with a terry cloth rag. I use quite a bit of spray. Make sure you have a window open or some ventilation. I find this works great.
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    Old 10-01-2010, 04:36 PM
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    I read you could apply oven cleaner and let sit for about 10-15 and then wipe/rinse. I haven't tried it though.
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    Old 10-01-2010, 07:34 PM
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    Originally Posted by mygirl66
    The Works Tile & Tub cleaner works amazing wonders! I tried everything, this works great, and only cost $2!
    I agree! U can buy it a the Dollar General store.
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    Old 10-02-2010, 02:37 AM
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    Try bicarbonate of soda - it gets fat off stoves and smells out of fridges too.
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    Old 10-02-2010, 03:24 AM
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    Why not get a water softner installed for your whole house? We have a well with hard water and have a water softner. Works great and it saves on soap and detergent.
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    Old 10-02-2010, 03:48 AM
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    We don't have hard water, but soap scum can build up even in soft water areas. My solution, wipe the shower down after EVERY use.
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    Old 10-02-2010, 04:31 AM
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    I use Dawn Liquid Dish Washing soap on the "glass doors" to remove soap scum with success. We don't have the hard water problem but the shower head does need cleaning due to molds. I think the vinegar treatment mentioned here will be a great thing to try.
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    Old 10-02-2010, 05:05 AM
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    This sounds eco friendly to me. Can you please post amounts to make mixture. I use white vinegar almost exclusively when I clean. Thanks
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    Old 10-02-2010, 05:15 AM
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    I tried the "Mr Clean scrubbing pads" and WOW amazing...couldn't believe it...I used them with shower cleaner and it just shined LOL
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    Old 10-02-2010, 06:03 AM
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    I have just started using white vinegar. I put it on a sponge with a scrubby surface on one side. This is taking heavy mineral deposits off my faucets and off the shower tiles.
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