How to Clean and Polish Shower Doors

Of all the fixtures in a bathroom, shower doors can be the most frustrating things to keep clean, especially in households with high volume usage. Each time a family member takes a shower, soap residue has an opportunity to adhere to the shower door and dry, and hard water stains can form. In very little time, a previously crystal-clear glass door can look as if it hasn't been cleaned in ages.

Things You'll Need

• Fabric softener sheet
• White vinegar
• Spray bottle
• Soft rag
• Rubbing alcohol
• Newspaper

Instructions

1. Wipe the door with a fabric softener sheet to remove soft scum. The fabric softener will loosen the soap scum and lift it from the door.

2. Pour one cup of white vinegar and one cup of water into a spray bottle. Shake the bottle to mix the contents.

3. Spray the vinegar solution onto the shower door and wipe the door with a soft rag. The vinegar solution will remove dirt and grime from the door.

4. Pour one cup of rubbing alcohol and one cup of water into a spray bottle and shake the bottle to mix the contents.

5. Spray the rubbing alcohol solution onto the shower door and wipe it off with newspaper for a streak-free shine.

Tips & Warnings

• The rubbing alcohol cleaning solution is also good for shining chrome fixtures.

• To keep your shower door streak free, wipe it down after each shower. A squeegee can be used for quick and easy removal of water.

• Always wear gloves to protect your hands when working with cleaning chemicals.

References

• "Extraordinary Uses for Ordinary Things;" Reader's Digest Staff Writers; 2005