Bathroom

How to Clean Shower

Your shower is one of the most-used surfaces in your home. Here's how to get it spotless and keep it that way.

What You'll Need

  • Soap-Man Power Bleach
  • Soap-Man Vibes Multi-Surface Cleaner
  • White vinegar
  • Baking soda
  • Scrub brush
  • Spray bottle

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    Spray down the entire shower

    Spray Power Bleach on the walls, floor, and fixtures. Let it sit for 10 minutes to dissolve soap scum and kill mold and mildew.

  2. 2

    Scrub the walls and floor

    Scrub tile walls and the shower floor with a brush, working from top to bottom so dirty water flows down.

  3. 3

    Clean the glass door

    Spray glass doors with a vinegar and water solution. Scrub with a non-abrasive sponge and squeegee dry for a streak-free finish.

  4. 4

    Address grout and caulk

    Apply a paste of baking soda and bleach to grout lines and caulk. Let sit 15 minutes, scrub, and rinse.

  5. 5

    Rinse everything down

    Rinse all surfaces thoroughly with hot water, starting from the top. Turn on the fan and open the door to ventilate.

Pro Tips

  • TIPSqueegee the shower walls after every use. This one habit reduces soap scum, water spots, and mold by 90%.
  • TIPSpray the shower with a daily shower spray after each use to prevent buildup between deep cleans.
  • TIPLeave the bathroom door and fan on for 30 minutes after showering to reduce humidity that feeds mold.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • XMixing bleach and vinegar, which creates toxic chlorine gas. Use them on separate cleaning passes.
  • XNeglecting the shower floor drain, which accumulates hair and soap and causes slow drainage and odors.
  • XUsing abrasive cleaners on glass shower doors, which scratch them permanently.

Frequently Asked Questions

Weekly wipe-down, monthly deep clean. If you squeegee after each use, monthly deep cleaning is sufficient.