How to Clean a Whirlpool Bathtub

Anyone who thinks that cleaning a whirlpool bathtub is no different than cleaning a regular bathtub is completely wrong. Whirlpool bathtubs contain jets that also need to be cleaned out. If they are not cleaned properly they will not last as long and won't perform at their best. Cleaning a whirlpool bathtub isn't hard, but it does require a little extra attention once per month.

Things You'll Need

• Store-bought bathtub cleaner
• Food thermometer
• Dish detergent
• Bleach
• Measuring cup

Instructions

1. Clean your whirlpool bathtub once a week as you would your normal bathtub with store-bought bathroom cleaners. This will keep your bathtub clean until you get to the big cleaning.

2. Fill your whirlpool bathtub up with water that reaches at least 140 degrees F. You can use a food thermometer to make sure the temperature is high enough.

3. Pour 1 cup of bleach and 1/8 cup of dish soap into the hot water. You can do it while the water is still running to fill up the whirlpool tub.

4. Turn your whirlpool tub's jets on after the tub has been filled all the way. Leave them on for 15 minutes and then drain the tub.

5. Fill the bathtub up again, but this time with cold water. Turn the jets on again for another 15 minutes. This will rinse out any of the leftover cleaner.

6. Drain your tub again and then clean as you normally would with your favorite store-bought bathroom cleaner.

Tips & Warnings

• Be careful not to burn yourself when you drain out the whirlpool tub. You may want to wait until it cools off a bit.

• Don't use oil-based bath salts and bubble baths. They can cause problems with the jets.