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Filthy Tub - (Suggestions)

RinaRina — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:07:50 GMT

My friend's grandson just moved into his 1st apartment.

The apartment is lovely but, I couldn't believe the tub!

Apparently, the landlord deemed it unnecessary to CLEAN!

Can we use a Brillo pad on a porcelain tub?

Any suggestions are appreciated ...

Re: Filthy Tub - (Suggestions)

dex — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:09:51 GMT

@RinaRina wrote:
My friend's grandson just moved into his 1st apartment.
The apartment is lovely but, I couldn't believe the tub!
Apparently, the landlord deemed it unnecessary to CLEAN!
Can we use a Brillo pad on a porcelain tub?
Any suggestions are appreciated ...

I like those white mr.clean sponges...fast worl on grime

Re: Filthy Tub - (Suggestions)

godi — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:13:26 GMT

You might need a cleaner with bleach in it to whiten it. Good luck.

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avid shopper — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:19:31 GMT

Try the BioCleaner if you have that.

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RinaRina — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:20:30 GMT

@godi wrote:
You might need a cleaner with bleach in it to whiten it. Good luck.

I've used bleach to get rid of mold, but not dirt and tub scum..

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Abrowneyegirl — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:21:43 GMT

I am thinking to fill the tub with hot water and Borax, let it soak, drain, then Magic Eraser.

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persiflage — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:21:54 GMT

I would fill the tub with hot water and some bleach. Let it sit 10-15 minutes, drain. Use no splash bleach (gel, usually in the laundry section at stores) and a scrub brush.

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RinaRina — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:24:23 GMT

@avid shopper wrote:
Try the BioCleaner if you have that.

I googled "Biocleaner" and here's what I saw on AMZN.

Bio Clean: Eco Friendly Hard Water Stain Remover (40oz Large)- Our Professional Cleaner Removes Tuff Water Stains From Shower doors,"

I didn't know "hard water could stain porcelain!

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JYWilliams — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:43:28 GMT

My sister worked for the Housing Authority cleaning out apartments when people moved out. They used oven cleaner because the tubs where so bad. It worked.

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Kachina624 — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:43:32 GMT

I'd be darn if I'd clean someone else's filth. I'd call the landlord and tell him he overlooked the bathroom and I'd like to have it cleaned.

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NickNack — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:48:55 GMT

I agree with @Kachina624 . It's the landlord's job to have the apartment clean before the next tenant moves in. I would call and ask them to have it cleaned immediately.

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Annabellethecat66 — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:53:52 GMT

Be careful what chemicals you mix (or he mixes up). Alone, many chemicals are fine, but if you mix them they can become very, very caustic.

Just be careful. You'd be surprised.

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fthunt — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 18:13:04 GMT

@Annabellethecat66 YES - first degree or 2nd or 3rd degree burns on hands...... PLUS a mixture can burn your lungs.

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Annabellethecat66 — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 18:19:17 GMT

@fthunt I've made that mistake myself to a lesser degree.....but...I watch a lot of TV (as I've posted) and just recently on (I believe) it was Chicago Fire where they had to go on call because a person had mixed up the wrong chemicals and everyone in the family was almost suffocating from the fumes.

Come to think of it it could have been the TV show 911!

Re: Filthy Tub - (Suggestions)

Carolm — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 18:30:23 GMT

In answer to your question, I'm pretty sure a brillo pad will damage the porcelain. There are many good cleaners on the market, try something with good reviews, but as other posters have mentioned, do not mix chemicals as that could be dangerous to your health. Good luck.

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Havarti — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 19:02:22 GMT

Brillo, SOS, and many (most) versions of Mr. Clean-type erasers can scratch & damage porclelin. If you can find a Scrub Daddy sponge (Walmart) that will not scratch. If you add more water to the sponge it gets softer and less water/dryer makes it stiffer/firmer - which is likely how you want to use it. Depending upon what is the source of the filth might be could change what cleaner you use. For body oil & soap scum dirt, try equal parts baking soda and white vinegar mixed into a paste. Use a sponge or microfiber cloth dipped in the paste, then have a bowl of salt handy and dip the cloth in that to gain a safe abrasive quality - then apply to the dirty surface and allowed to dry (at least 15 minutes). Then rub it down with microfiber cloth, rinse & dry - or repeat if needed for really dirty areas.

If it is rust use either Bar Keeper's Friend powder cleanser or Whink Rust Stain Remover (strong chemical so follow directions carefully and do NOT mix with outher chemcials/clearner) but...it really works. If it is hard water build-up use vinegar & BarKeeper's Friend worked into a paste - apply, let sit/dry, then scrub using elbow grease (not real grease - HA!) & repeat if necessary. You could also try damp pumice stone (check a hardware store - do not get the kind from a rock collection as that version of pumice will scratch). Only do all this if the landloard fails to address this issue for you...it really is their responsibility but so many shirk their duties and I am sure this young man want his new place clean ASAP. Hope this helps.

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bowlicious — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 19:18:32 GMT

I've used Dawn and vinegar on my tub when it is dirty. Works well although I am sure my tub wasn't that dirty.

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loveschocolate — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 20:43:19 GMT

@Havarti wrote:
Brillo, SOS, and many (most) versions of Mr. Clean-type erasers can scratch & damage porclelin. If you can find a Scrub Daddy sponge (Walmart) that will not scratch. If you add more water to the sponge it gets softer and less water/dryer makes it stiffer/firmer - which is likely how you want to use it. Depending upon what is the source of the filth might be could change what cleaner you use. For body oil & soap scum dirt, try equal parts baking soda and white vinegar mixed into a paste. Use a sponge or microfiber cloth dipped in the paste, then have a bowl of salt handy and dip the cloth in that to gain a safe abrasive quality - then apply to the dirty surface and allowed to dry (at least 15 minutes). Then rub it down with microfiber cloth, rinse & dry - or repeat if needed for really dirty areas.

If it is rust use either Bar Keeper's Friend powder cleanser or Whink Rust Stain Remover (strong chemical so follow directions carefully and do NOT mix with outher chemcials/clearner) but...it really works. If it is hard water build-up use vinegar & BarKeeper's Friend worked into a paste - apply, let sit/dry, then scrub using elbow grease (not real grease - HA!) & repeat if necessary. You could also try damp pumice stone (check a hardware store - do not get the kind from a rock collection as that version of pumice will scratch). Only do all this if the landloard fails to address this issue for you...it really is their responsibility but so many shirk their duties and I am sure this young man want his new place clean ASAP. Hope this helps.

@Havarti , I love Barkeeper's Friend! Great stuff!

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AuntG — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 20:48:57 GMT

I'm a fan of the blue Dawn concoction you can find online.

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Peaches McPhee — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 20:50:24 GMT

Go to you tube and search for tube cleaning. You'll find lots of demos.