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Bathtub Soap Scum Removal

xstitch — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 00:19:27 GMT

What product did you find that helps with the above problem. Thanks

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glmama — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 01:30:28 GMT

Hi xstitch-I don't think it's a perfect solution, but a few years ago on these boards someone recommended using the Scrubbing Bubbles Shower Spray--the one that attaches to some kind of device in the shower to automatically spray--but w/out the hanger/squirter device. Just the liquid cleaning stuff-which I used to be able to get at BJs in big refill bottles. I have not used it lately--but it did work well. I simply filled up a regular, empty spray bottle with the product and labeled it. Put it in my cabinet and would use it just about every other day on the tile walls of my shower. Helps to start with a very clean shower and then use the spray for upkeep. Not even sure if this product is still on the market as it's been about 3 years since it was really more popular. Hth!

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lovesrecess — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 01:35:10 GMT

you can buy virtually the same thing already in a spray bottle; I think it is called no-wipe shower cleaner or something like that; I am out of it right now or could give you the name. I just spray it around the perimeter of the tub and then wipe it down; works well for me.

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KimSG — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 01:39:28 GMT

Mix 1 cup of hot vinegar and 1 cup of original blue Dawn dishwashing liquid. Put in spray bottle. Spray it on shower walls and door and let sit for 2 hours. Use brush or sponge and warm water to finish the job.

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gazelle77 — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 01:41:06 GMT

Mrs. Meyers natural cleaners work better than anything I have ever used.

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151949 — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 02:31:57 GMT

CLR and I use a magic eraser to wipe it - every day.

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xstitch — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 03:05:52 GMT

Thanks everyone for your suggestions.

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viva923 — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 03:12:43 GMT

scrubbing bubbles or the purple spray. OH gosh, can't think of the name, but it is purple.

I use either of these faithfully every week. Every Tuesday I spray down the shower and let it sit for an hour or two and then I wipe down with a flat sponge mop. all soap scum is gone.

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glmama — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 03:53:09 GMT

On 1/7/2014 gazelle77 said: Mrs. Meyers natural cleaners work better than anything I have ever used.

I have been very happy with all the Mrs. Meyers cleaners I have used. We really like their counter spray and their dish soap. However, a few of the scents were continuing to stay on clean dishes. I have not found an unscented one in their line. I also haven't tried their bathroom cleaners-So thanks for the heads-up!

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Jannabelle — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 03:56:40 GMT

Awesome.

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gazelle77 — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 03:57:46 GMT

On 1/7/2014 glmama said:
On 1/7/2014 gazelle77 said: Mrs. Meyers natural cleaners work better than anything I have ever used.

I have been very happy with all the Mrs. Meyers cleaners I have used. We really like their counter spray and their dish soap. However, a few of the scents were continuing to stay on clean dishes. I have not found an unscented one in their line. I also haven't tried their bathroom cleaners-So thanks for the heads-up!

I use the counter cleaner for just about everything. Yes, I can see where the dish soap scent might be troublesome. An unscented one would be a great idea!

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brewhaha — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 04:01:31 GMT

A divorce and an eviction notice.

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Caffeina — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 04:01:36 GMT

Great Value All Purpose Cleaner with Bleach from Walmart works better than any brand-name products I ever used.

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pattypeep — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 04:38:11 GMT

On 1/7/2014 Caffeina said:
Great Value All Purpose Cleaner with Bleach from Walmart works better than any brand-name products I ever used.

Be careful with this. The bleach in it ruined a new navy blue sweater and a pair of black knit pants. I sprayed it on my white counter top when I first purchased it and as I wiped it away, I ran my arm across the newly sprayed surface and it bleached out my sweater.

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pattypeep — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 04:39:30 GMT

On 1/7/2014 KimSG said:
Mix 1 cup of hot vinegar and 1 cup of original blue Dawn dishwashing liquid. Put in spray bottle. Spray it on shower walls and door and let sit for 2 hours. Use brush or sponge and warm water to finish the job.

I posted about this a couple of weeks ago. It is a miracle worker.

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OCGurl — Wed, 08 Jan 2014 08:04:39 GMT

I like Dawn Dish Soap as well, especially for shower doors with a roller and squeegee, and if there are hard water spots i add a little lime away

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sarpy — Sun, 12 Jan 2014 01:16:03 GMT

Heloise in today's paper. Lots wrong with this. White vinegar and dawn in a spray bottle. Let sit for 1 hr. wipe down and rinse.

There were no amts. of vinegar or Dawn. Would the 1 C. hot vinegar and 1 cup Dawn work? I am thinking of trying this.

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conlt — Sun, 12 Jan 2014 01:24:26 GMT

A paste of hot water, baking soda, and dish washing detergent.

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pattypeep — Sun, 12 Jan 2014 01:48:40 GMT

On 1/11/2014 sarpy said:
Heloise in today's paper. Lots wrong with this. White vinegar and dawn in a spray bottle. Let sit for 1 hr. wipe down and rinse.

There were no amts. of vinegar or Dawn. Would the 1 C. hot vinegar and 1 cup Dawn work? I am thinking of trying this.

Half and half, any amount. Heat the vinegar. Tried and true.

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pachutabelle — Sun, 12 Jan 2014 02:24:22 GMT

Kaboom in purple spray bottle works well but be carful with this too as it will bleach clothing, bath mats, etc.