Maintaining a clean and sparkling bathroom does not have to be a daunting task, and you do not have to rely on expensive cleaning products to keep dirt and grime at bay; there are various less expensive and natural tapware choices accessible in the kitchen cabinet. Adhere to our bathroom cleaning suggestions and you’ll have gleaming results in no time.
We understand how challenging it may be to maintain the beauty of your new bathroom, and the majority of us despise cleaning. As a consequence, we’ve created this helpful buy tapware, cleaning and maintenance guide to assist you in maintaining the beauty of your bathroom for years to come.
Cleaning all bathroom objects on a regular basis is critical to preventing the formation of limescale, dirt, and grime.
If you’ve just moved into a new house, you may have seen little areas of rust at the foot of the bath; these were most likely created by iron deposits on the tapware from the new water supply pipe. Remove the stains with a gentle cleanser; they should not recur unless the source of water remains contaminated.
Elimination of limescale
Limescale may be eliminated using a mild lemon juice solution or a vinegar and water solution in a 50:50 ratio. Allow about 5 minutes for the vinegar and water solution to rest before washing with warm water.
Bathroom ventilation
To help avoid mold development in your tapware, it is necessary to ventilate your bathroom, either by opening a window or installing an extractor fan.
While all of our tapware furniture is built of materials acceptable for use in a bathroom, we recommend keeping it away from the bath or shower to avoid water and soap residue splashes. If you are splashed with water, dry immediately. Click here to get how encountered tapware problems and their remedies.
Water pressure
Excessive water pressure may wreak havoc on plumbing components. Water pressure problems are often caused by trapped air in the pipes; this air may be eliminated by running the faucets for a few minutes. If you’ve just moved, you may notice that the water pressure is higher than you’re used to.
Steel baths
Steel bathtubs and faucets should be cleaned periodically with warm soapy water, then rinsed with clean water, dried, and polished as required with a soft cloth.
Cleaning your steel bath or tapware on a regular basis can assist prevent the collection of limescale. Certain proprietary cleaners may be detrimental to the enameled surface; as such, we strongly suggest you follow the manufacturer’s guidelines.
Avoid using bleach as it may cause the glossy surface to deteriorate. Strong disinfectants should always be used with caution and diluted.
Acrylic bathtubs
Acrylic bathtubs and faucets should be cleaned regularly with warm soapy water. In an ideal world, an acrylic bath would be cleaned immediately after each use, rinsed with cold water and dried with a soft towel as needed.
Because acrylic is softer than ceramic and porcelain enamel, avoid using abrasive cleaning solutions and scouring powders to prevent harming the surface.
All contact with household chemicals, including paint strippers, hair dyes, carpet dyes, strong disinfectants, alcohol, perfume, aftershave, bleach, nail polish, and nail polish remover, should be avoided. Certain soaps and shampoos may even stain the acrylic if allowed to pool undiluted on the surface.
Shower enclosures
Enclosures for shower tapware should be carefully cleaned after each use to prevent the collection of filth and limescale. We highly recommend removing water droplets using a squeegee or a soft cloth, but refrain from using harsh cleaning products. Shower gel and shampoo may also build, so rinse them completely with water. Remember to clean the sliding door track fittings to keep them operating properly.
Shower trays
Shower tray maintenance is simple; just clean with warm soapy water or a mild detergent and wipe dry with a soft towel after each usage. Never clean the surface with abrasive cleaners, since they may leave a mark. If the surface of the shower tray or tapware has fine scratches, T-cut may be applied and wiped away with a damp cloth. Additionally, the waste trap should be cleaned regularly, especially if the shower is utilized on a daily basis.
Plastic toilet seats
Clean plastic toilet seats on a regular basis with warm soapy water. Avoid using abrasive cleansers or scouring powders on the tapware surface, as they may cause damage.
Bathroom materials
The bathroom has a variety of materials, including glass, ceramic, and chrome. Adhere to our maintenance and cleaning guidelines for a range of materials.
Ceramic
Cleaning ceramic bathroom objects such as the basin and toilet on a regular basis with warm soapy water, rinsing with clean water, and, if required, drying and polishing with a soft cloth. Regular cleaning helps prevent the buildup of limescale, filth, and grime.
We recommend that before using a specialized cleaning solution on ceramic, you carefully read the instructions on the container, since some may cause damage to the glazed surface. Additionally, avoid storing aggressive cleaners such as bleach in ceramic goods overnight to prevent damaging the surface.
Glass
If you live in a hard water zone, avoid letting limescale to build up; if it does, removing it may be more difficult. Use a 50:50 mix of vinegar and water to remove limescale, but ensure that all vinegar is completely rinsed away. Additionally, limescale may be removed with a dilute lemon juice solution. Avoid strong detergents and cleaning chemicals at all costs, and never use abrasive products. If you must use a cleaning agent, choose one with a PH value between PH4 and PH8.
Stainless steel
Regular cleaning helps maintain the appearance of stainless steel tapware while also preventing corrosion and ensuring hygienic conditions. To clean stainless steel, just use warm soapy water or a light detergent, then rinse and dry with a soft towel. Caustic acids and disinfectants should be avoided. If a layer of filth accumulates, a specific stainless-steel cleaning solution may be used.
When using a proprietary cleaning, always follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Never use steel wool or steel wool soap pads, since they may leave rust stains.