Can you clean a bathtub with a melamine sponge: the answer will surprise you

05.11.2023 22:00

A melamine sponge is the dream of many housewives who fiercely fight for the cleanliness of their home, because it can clean almost any surface.

But, as it turned out, such a “helper” is not good in everything.

For example, it is strictly forbidden to use it when it comes to cleaning an acrylic bathtub. Let's find out what this prohibition is related to.

The whole point is that acrylic, which is used in the production of bathtubs, is a very delicate material, for the care of which fine-grained products are unacceptable.

In turn, a melamine sponge is nothing more than a powerful abrasive.

Duck on the bath
Photo: © Belnovosti

Yes, it will easily remove plaque from the surface of the bathtub, but instead of dirt, scuffs and scratches will remain on the surface of the plumbing.

By the way, the list of "prohibited items" includes not only acrylic bathtub coating. Melamine sponge also cannot be used to clean monitors, TV screens and other equipment with a plastic case.

And for treating surfaces covered with glossy varnish or car paint, a melamine sponge is not suitable.

Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Editor of Internet resources