Over time, a snow-white bathtub can lose its original appearance. Yellowness, rust, limescale - all this makes the bathroom less attractive.
You can restore the whiteness and shine of your bathtub at home, without resorting to expensive specialist services.
Determine the type of contamination
Before you start cleaning, it is important to determine the type of contamination. This will help you choose the most effective methods and products.
Yellowness
Yellowing of enamel can be caused by various factors: using hard water, rust in the pipes, age of the bathtub itself. You can use folk remedies to remove yellowing.
Soda and vinegar
Mix baking soda and vinegar to form a paste. Apply the paste to the yellowed areas and leave for 20-30 minutes. Then rinse with warm water using a soft sponge.
Citric acid
Dissolve a packet of citric acid in a glass of warm water. Wipe the entire surface of the bathtub with this solution and leave for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with water.
Rust
Rust stains are caused by high iron content in water. Special rust removers and some home remedies can help get rid of them.
Oxalic acid
Dilute oxalic acid in water according to the instructions. Apply the solution to rusty spots and leave for 10-15 minutes.
Rinse thoroughly with water. Wear gloves, oxalic acid is caustic.
Ammonia
Soak a cotton pad in ammonia and apply to the rust stain. Leave for a few hours, then rinse with water.
Limescale
Hard water leaves a limescale deposit on the surface of the bathtub, which makes it dull and rough. To combat limescale, you can use both special products and affordable home recipes.
Vinegar
Pour vinegar into a spray bottle and spray it over the entire surface of the bathtub. Leave it for 30-60 minutes, then wipe with a sponge and rinse with water. To enhance the effect, you can add a little salt to the vinegar.
Soda and hydrogen peroxide
Mix baking soda with hydrogen peroxide to form a thick paste. Apply the paste to areas with limescale and leave for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with water.
General recommendations
Regardless of the method you choose, follow a few simple rules to ensure maximum effectiveness.
• Before using any product, test it on a small area of the bathtub to ensure that it will not damage the enamel.
• Wear gloves to protect your hands from aggressive substances.
• Do not use hard brushes or abrasives that may scratch the enamel.
• Rinse the bathtub thoroughly after cleaning to remove any remaining cleaning agents.
Pollution prevention
To keep your bathtub white for a long time, it is recommended to carry out preventive measures.
• After each use, rinse the bathtub with water and wipe it dry with a soft cloth.
• Regularly clean the bathtub from soap scum and other dirt, without waiting for stubborn stains to appear.
• Use water filters to reduce iron and salt levels.
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