There are many types of shower doors found in homes today. Most people are opting to get away from the traditional shower curtains as they tend to leak water onto the floor and grow mold very easily if not properly taken care of. You will see people with a sliding shower door that can have aluminum frames and can have clear or translucent glass doors.
You can also get a bi-fold or curved shower door, both of which are great options when the opening is too narrow for a standard sized glass door. The bi-fold doors that open inward are a great option as they prevent water from dripping onto the floor. Almost all shower door frames are aluminum and require proper care and cleaning to keep them working at their peak performance.
At times, cleaning the door of your shower can be challenging. If not taken care of properly, your shower door can get a build up of calcium deposits as well as rust and lime. There are many tricks you can use to keep your door sparkling clean and mold free. One of the tried and true cleaning agents still used today is baking soda.
Use a paste of water and baking soda for scrubbing the door; follow with a vinegar rinse to clear away the light abrasive mixture. For stubborn stains, try spraying the door with oven cleaner and letting it sit over night. This will make getting the stubborn stains off very easy. Follow up with a coating of Rain-ex to keep the door of your shower sparkling bright.
You will want to take special care of the track on your shower door as well. This is a great place for mold to grow. Keep some old toothbrushes on hand to get into those hard to reach spots of the track. You can also use a vacuum cleaner to get out the hair and loose dirt that can often get caught inside the track.
Spray the track liberally with a liquid cleaner and scrub with the toothbrush; rinse by pouring water directly into the tracks. Tracks contain holes on the inside to allow water to drain into the shower or tub, making cleaning a breeze.
For leaks, you may need to replace the shower door sweep. The sweep keeps the water from escaping and getting all over the bathroom floor. You can easily remove the old sweep by pulling it outward from the door. You can take the old one to the hardware store to ensure you are getting the right size.
If you have problems putting the new sweep in the track, try using a bit of petroleum jelly to help it slide in easier. If you still have water getting on the floor after you replace the sweep, you may need to re-caulk the shower itself. Make sure you take the time to keep it clean and you will have a beautiful shower door that will last a long time.
Summary:
Cleaning a shower door can be challenging. If not taken care of properly, your door can get a build up of calcium deposits as well as rust and lime. There are many tricks you can use to keep your door sparkling clean and mold free.
