How Do I Clean the Bottom of a Cast Iron Tub?
A cast iron tub is as much a showpiece as it is a bathroom fixture. To keep your cast iron bathtub looking its best, it must be cleaned regularly. Dirt, soap scum, oil and other debris collect in its bottom. And if left there, they can slowly erode, scratch and chip the porcelain coating. The best way to clean your cast iron tub is with a mild, non-abrasive commercial detergent. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Non-abrasive detergent
- Baking soda
- Trisodium phosphate
- Sponge or rag
- Rubber gloves
Instructions
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Moisten your scrub brush with the non-abrasive detergent of your choice.
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Scrub the tub clean.
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Cover soap scum and oil films with a runny paste made of baking soda and warm water (cream of tartar and hydrogen peroxide or borax and lemon juice also make effective cleaning pastes). Leave the paste on until it dries and then scrub it away with your scrub brush. If the film remains, move on to step four.
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Mix a solution of one tablespoon trisodium phosphate and one gallon of hot water. Dip your scrub brush in and scrub away the film. Be sure to wear rubber gloves when handling this caustic chemical.
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Rinse the tub completely clean with cool running water.
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