What to Use to Clean the Bathtub

Cleaning a bathtub can be a daunting process. With different types of dirt or grim associated with a bathtub, different products may need to be used. Soap scum, rust, mold or mildew can turn you away from taking a warm and relaxing bath. Most people enjoy a long, relaxing bath after a hard day at work. You can keep your bathtub clean with certain products for the type of mess you are dealing with.

Things You'll Need

• A rust remover product A mildew remover product Bleach Vinegar Dishwashing soap Sponges Rubber gloves

Instructions

1. Use a rust remover product. Older bathtubs may have rust underneath the faucet. This can cause you or your family to become sick if the water is accidentally swallowed. Rust remover products are purchased from Ace Hardware.
   You can also locate them from several hardware, home improvement or department stores in your area. Rust Oxy Stain Remover will work on any rust stains as well as hard water spots in your bathtub. Must for Rust Remover eliminates hard water and other water deposits as well as rust. Whisk Liquid Rust Stain Remover is also a product that you can use to remove the rust from your bathtub. Look at the details for a product before you purchase it. The item should be primarily for rust removal for bathtub chrome or the material that it is made from.

2. Remove mildew from your bathtub. Mildew can cause unsightly spots, it could cause you and your family to become sick or produce an odor from your bathtub. Several home improvement and department stores carries products designed to get rid of the mildew. With an application once a month, your tub can be sparkling clean. X-14 Mildew Stain Remover can be used on fiberglass or tile surfaces.
   You cannot use this product on marble or painted bathtubs, however. Tilex Mildew Remover is bleach cleaner designed for your bathtub and other fixtures in your appliance rooms. When seeking a mildew remover, look at the details on the product. Some may not work for the material that your tub is constructed out of.

3. Get rid of mold in your tub and keep it from returning. You can remove the mold with common household items. The most popular items that work to clean your tub from this unhealthy and unsightly problem are bleach or vinegar. Wear gloves and open a window so you do not become sick. Both products can be scrubbed on then rinsed off with hot water.

4. Use dishwashing soap to remove soap scum, body oil or left on dirt from the bathtub. Be sure to have dishwashing soap that contains a built-in degreaser. This will allow your bathtub to become sparkling clean. This type of soap breaks down caked on dirt and oils that leaves a ring around your tub.