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How and what is the best way to wash an acrylic bath at home (with chemical and folk remedies)? How to wash an acrylic bath at home? Tips for washing with improvised and special means Is it possible to wash an enameled bathtub with whiteness.

To properly care for an acrylic bath, you need to purchase soft sponges and microfiber cloths. Also, when cleaning, it is necessary to use special products that will not harm the acrylic surface, which quite specifically perceives the effects of aggressive chemicals. Find out more about cleaning such a bathtub below.

Purchased cleaning products

For acrylic baths, detergents can be especially dangerous if they contain concentrated alkalis and acids, chlorine, ammonia. These substances can change the color of the bathtub, contribute to the appearance of small cracks and scratches, and roughen a smooth surface. Therefore, it is very important to choose the right cleaning agent:

Acrylan. Foam is recommended as a detergent. It can be used to remove various contaminants in the form of rust and limescale. The contaminated surface is wiped with a sponge, on which foam is applied, and after 10 minutes from the moment of treatment, it is washed off with water.
Foam creates thin protective layer, which prevents dirt from settling on the surface of the bath.
Sif, Vass. They are considered the most versatile means for gentle cleaning of plumbing surfaces, including acrylic bathtubs. They do not contain substances that can damage its surface. After cleaning with these products, the bath will shine with brilliance and whiteness, if there are no old dirt.
Cinderella. It is recommended to wear rubber gloves and a mask when using the product, as it releases bad smell. It should be kept on the surface for about 7-10 minutes. Then rinse with a shower and wipe with a sponge or microfiber cloth.
Chister. Its advantage is that it contains an acrylic polymer. When processing the surface, it covers it like a film, repelling different types dirt, and the bath will shine with brilliance and whiteness for a long time. It will not accumulate bacteria and fungi. A surface treatment of 5 minutes is sufficient.
Team Pro. A special product for acrylic baths, which not only gently cleans various types of dirt, but also eliminates odors, and also creates a reliable protective layer against other dirt.
Bon Professional. It is a reliable cleaner for plastic products. It is applied to a cloth and wiped the surface of the bath. It is recommended to wait a few minutes and rinse thoroughly with clean water. It forms a special film that protects the surface from contamination for a long time.

In addition, if there is no special product at home, you can use dishwashing gels, as well as washing powder previously dissolved in water.

Can Domestos be used?

Many housewives are interested in the question of the possibility of cleaning a plastic bath with Domestos. This tool is not allowed to be used. Although it will contain hydrochloric acid, it does not damage the acrylic surface. Perfectly removes plaque and rust.

But before proceeding with the treatment of the bath with this remedy, you need to know how this is done:

First, moisten a soft sponge with the composition and wipe the bath.
Wait about 1 minute and wash off the composition large quantity water.
Wipe the surface dry.

In addition to cleaning the surface, Domestos reliably disinfects it and creates a protective layer.

Homemade Acrylic Bathtub Cleaners

They do not cause allergies and do not require separate material costs:

Lemon acid. For cleaning, the bath is filled with warm water, to which 10 g of acid is added. Water is not drained for about 2-12 hours. After the time has elapsed, the water is drained, and the surface is rinsed with running water. Residual moisture is removed with a soft cloth.
Toothpaste. When different kind stains use toothpaste. It is applied to a sponge and the stain is rubbed, slightly pressing on it.
Baking soda. If it is necessary to remove rust or limescale, use a slurry of baking soda. The surface is treated with it and after a while it is washed off with warm water.

Ways to remove yellowness from an acrylic bath

Yellowness from the surface of an acrylic bath can be removed in the following ways:

For gentle bleaching of acrylic baths, it is recommended to mix in equal proportions ammonia and hydrogen peroxide. With this composition, it is necessary to wipe the baths using a delicate cloth.
Use in equal amounts lemon juice and vinegar. They are mixed and applied to the surface with a sponge.
Apply laundry bleach. To do this, the powder is diluted with water to make a slurry, and applied to the spots. Leave until the slurry dries, then rinse with clean water and wipe with a rag.
Finish the surface of the bath apple cider vinegar then rinse with water.

Removing limescale from an acrylic bath

The bath is in constant contact with tap water. Over time, salts can settle on its surface, forming a gray coating. In the same form, fat particles are deposited, which we wash off during bathing from the skin, if after bathing the bath was poorly washed off. Due to such a coating, the bath loses its luster and whiteness, and the surface becomes rough.

It is necessary to choose products that will effectively remove plaque without damaging its surface. These liquids and creams include: Sanfor, Gel WC 5+, RAVAK Turbocleaner. They gently affect the surface without damaging it.

So that the plaque does not have time to stagnate, it is necessary to clean the bath with these products at least 2 times a month. If measures are not taken in time, then over time a thin hard film will thicken. Each time it will be more and more difficult to remove it from the surface of the acrylic bath.

The advantage of these products is that there is no need to rub the surface, but only need to process it, wait a few minutes and rinse with running water.

We remove strong plaque and "water stone"

If the bathroom has not been looked after for a long time, plaque may form, which will be difficult to remove. However, there is a tool that can cope with such a raid:

Take cleaning powder for dishes or laundry, dilute with water and mix until a slurry.
Add 2 tbsp. l. whiteness and 1 tbsp. l. vinegar.

This mixture must be applied to the surface with a plastic or rubber spatula and left for 20 minutes. Then take a soft sponge, lightly pressing, wipe the problem areas. Rinse the mixture with running water and dry the bath.

Video: How to wash an acrylic bath?

The following video offers tips on how to properly wash an acrylic bathtub, and also tests how to clean it with toothpaste and a special solution:

So, caring for an acrylic bathtub is not such a difficult task, if you do not bring the condition to a critical one, allowing the formation of thick limescale and rust. As soon as the smallest stains or dirt are noticed, they must be removed immediately using special formulations. Then an acrylic bathtub will delight you with shine and cleanliness for a long time. September 5, 2016
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Every housewife dreams that her bath is snow-white and shone just like in commercials detergents. However, as practice shows, the result after using them is very different from what advertisers promise us. However, do not be upset, in this article I will tell you how to clean the bath at home with “improvised” means so that the plumbing becomes white and shiny again.

Before telling how to clean to white folk remedies bath, I will give some tips on care and maintenance. By adhering to them, you will greatly simplify the process of washing plumbing, as well as extend its life and retain its original appearance for a long time:

after using the bath, wipe it with a dry soft cloth;
make sure that water does not drip from the faucet spout and shower, as this will lead to the formation of a rusty coating. If the faucet is leaking, it must be repaired;
in no case do not try to wipe off limescale, rust or any other dirt with a metal brush;

do not allow sudden temperature changes on the surface of the bath;
do not put metal objects in the bath. Buckets and basins must be plastic;
before using detergents, make sure they are suitable for your type of bath. This is especially true for acrylic baths, which are exposed to chemicals (acids, alkalis, solvents, etc.);
wash the bath to white with detergents (no difference folk or purchased in the store) at least twice a month.

If you follow these rules, you will not have to puzzle over how and with what to clean the surface to get rid of rust, limescale, black spots, etc. In addition, plumbing will always shine.

Folk ways to clean the bath

Now let's look at how to clean the bath to white with home remedies, if it so happened that the surface still managed to "acquire" all sorts of raids and other contaminants. I must say that there are a huge number of all kinds of cleaning methods. However, we will consider only the most effective and proven ones.

These methods include the following:

Method 1: baking soda with vinegar and bleach

First of all, I note that this cleaner is intended for a bathtub made of cast iron, since it contains quite aggressive components. To prepare it, you will need:

food and soda ash;
bleach;
vinegar.

First of all you need to mix baking soda with calcined in equal proportions. Use a few tablespoons of each soda - this will be enough;
then add quite a bit of water to get a slurry of the mixture;
the resulting composition must be treated with contaminated areas;
after that, you need to mix bleach with vinegar in equal proportions and apply the liquid on top of the soda;
after half an hour, the surface should be wiped with a damp sponge and then rinsed with plenty of water.

As a rule, housewives are interested not only in how to wash the bath, but also in how to clean the tiles so that its surface shines. This tool is excellent for these purposes.

I must say that this composition does an excellent job with limescale, however, it can also be used to remove other types of pollution.

If you need to clean acrylic plumbing, you can use vinegar alone without baking soda and bleach. To do this, simply soak the wipes in vinegar and place them on the contaminated surface. After an hour, wipes should be removed and then wiped with a soft sponge and rinsed with plenty of water.

Method 2: citric acid

Citric acid is not only a very effective remedy for all types of plaque, but also a versatile one that can be used on both enameled sanitary ware and acrylic baths. The only thing, depending on the type of bath, it is applied in different ways.

If cast iron or metal, the instructions for using citric acid look like this:

in a glass of water you need to dissolve one and a half tablespoons of citric acid;
then the composition must be applied to the contaminated surface with a sponge or spray;
after fifteen minutes, the contaminated areas should be wiped off with a sponge dipped in a solution of citric acid;
when the surface is cleaned, the bath should be rinsed with cold water.

If the plumbing is acrylic, it is cleaned in a slightly different way:

First of all, warm water must be taken into the bath;
then add one and a half tablespoons of citric acid;
after 12 hours, you need to drain the water from and rinse the surface of the plumbing. It is even advisable to wipe it with a sponge dipped in a solution of soda, and then wash it. In this case, no acid is guaranteed to remain on the surface, which has a detrimental effect on acrylic.

Method 3: Borax with Lemon Juice

If you're looking for something to clean up a rusty bathroom, you can use borax with lemon juice. Moreover, this composition is suitable for all types of plumbing.

This tool is used as follows:

Pour a quarter cup of lemon juice into a container and pour borax into it. The amount of the latter should be such that a pasty consistency is formed, but at the same time the borax crystals dissolve;
paste must be applied to rusty spots;
When the paste dries, it must be washed off with water. The composition must go along with the rust;
if the stains are not completely gone, the procedure must be repeated.

If you need to clean metal or cement, for example, that got on it during repairs, use sewer cleaning compounds such as Mole.

Method 4: Cleaning Powder Paste

This composition is also designed to remove rusty plaque. However, it can only be used for enamelled plumbing.

To make this cleaner with your own hands, you need to prepare the following ingredients:

This tool is used very simply:

all ingredients must be mixed with each other in any order;
the resulting paste should treat rusty spots;
after that, you need to wash off the paste along with the rust with running water.

Method: 5: ammonia and hydrogen peroxide

Now let's look at how to clean an enamel bathtub to remove limescale. For this you will need:

The work is carried out in the following sequence:

First of all, you need to mix the components;
apply the resulting solution to contaminated areas;
after 15 minutes, wipe the treated areas with a damp sponge and then rinse the surface with water;
if plaque is not completely removed, repeat the procedure again.

With this tool, you can clean not only plumbing, but also tiles from plaque. The only thing before you clean the tile, wash it with soapy water to first remove the top layer of dirt and dust.

Method 6: soda with washing powder

Cleaning the bathtub at home can be effectively done with a detergent and soda based product. To prepare it, prepare the ingredients in the following quantity:

This composition is applied as follows:

dissolve baking soda and washing powder in hot water;
after that, treat the contaminated areas with a sponge soaked in the solution;
after 15-20 minutes, wipe off the contamination with a sponge dipped in the solution;
after that, the surface should be rinsed with water.

If you need to remove blackness from a metal bath, you can use a regular bleach, such as Domestos. The composition should be applied to the contaminated area and then rubbed with a sponge after 15-20 minutes.

Method 7: soda ash with laundry soap

Very effective bathtub cleaner various types is laundry soap mixed with soda ash. It is applied as follows:

laundry soap should be grated on a fine grater;
after that, the soap must be mixed with soda in equal proportions;
a small amount of water should be added to the mixture so that it becomes wet;
the composition should be applied to the contaminated area and left for an hour;
at the end of the work, the treated areas should be wiped with a sponge, and then rinsed with water.

Many housewives are interested in the forums - how to clean plastic panels? Soda ash with laundry soap does the job perfectly.

If the surface of the bath is too neglected and covered with plaque, a small amount of ammonia can be added to the mixture.

Method 8: Trisodium Phosphate and Hydrogen Peroxide

Another old proven tool that allows you to clean metal or cast iron bath from rust - it is hydrogen peroxide and trisodium phosphate. To prepare this detergent, it is necessary to prepare the components in the following quantity:

This tool is made by hand as follows:

dissolve trisodium phosphate in warm water;
then gradually pour hydrogen peroxide into the solution;
then you need to moisten the sponge in the solution and rub the rust with it;
if there are barely noticeable spots on the surface that do not rub off, they need to be applied with a solution and left for 10-15 minutes;
At the end of the work, the treated area must be washed with water.

Method 9: Oxalic Acid

If you need to clear acrylic bath rust, use oxalic acid. To prepare the composition, you need to dissolve the acid in water in a ratio of one to ten.

After that, the solution should be applied to the yellowed areas and left for an hour. After the specified time, the solution must be washed off with water.

Plastic panels for the bathroom, unlike the bath itself, are made of PVC, not acrylic. Thanks to this, chlorine, for example, whiteness, can be used to clean them. The only thing before cleaning plastic panels with chlorine is to take care of the ventilation of the room.

Method 10: table salt with wine vinegar

Finally, consider another effective remedy that allows you to get rid of even the oldest and stubborn rusty stains on the enamel surface. This tool is made as follows:

pour 100 ml of vinegar into a container and add a tablespoon of salt to it;
the container with the solution must be placed on the stove or in the microwave, and heated to a temperature of about 60 degrees.

When the solution is ready, it must be applied with a sponge to the rust and washed off with water after 20 minutes. As a rule, rust goes away after the first application of the composition.

That, in fact, is all folk ways cleaning the bath from various contaminants. It should be noted that they are more effective than the advertised compositions. At the same time, the price of the components is usually several times less.

Conclusion

Each of the folk remedies described above is quite effective. Therefore, choose depending on the type of your bath, as well as the type of pollution and the presence of certain ingredients on hand. At the same time, do not forget that it is much easier to keep plumbing in a clean condition than to deal with dirt and plaque later.

For more information, see the video in this article. If you have any difficulties with cleaning the bath, ask them in the comments, and I will be happy to answer you.

September 5, 2016

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Relatively recently, acrylic baths, a plastic that was previously widely used in dentistry, have entered the ranks of sanitary ware products. A variety of shapes, strength and hardness, antibacterial qualities contribute to the popularity of such plumbing. But since composite material rather capricious to detergents, you should find out in advance how to clean an acrylic bath and how to do it right.

In order not to spoil the sanitary ware, it should be noted that the polymer is sensitive to cleaning powders with abrasives and aggressive chemical solutions. Before you start processing the bath, carefully study the composition of the product and instructions for its use. The following is a list of chemical products that are not recommended for the care of acrylic.

Any detergents with abrasive particles (including dry soda). They cause the appearance of micro-scratches on the treated surface of the bath, as a result of which it loses its inherent luster and becomes matte.
chlorine-containing preparations. After their application, the acrylic tarnishes, the gloss disappears. In hot tubs, silicone gaskets can be damaged by bleach.
Acetone and other organic solvents. They contribute to the destruction of the polymer structure. With prolonged contact, acrylic reacts with the drug and deforms.
Ammonia, liquids with ammonia. They give almost the same effect as solvents, but less pronounced.
Formaldehydes. Acrylic bath cleaner should not contain such harmful and dangerous components that have a destructive effect on the material.

Acrylic plumbing is not cleaned with concentrated alcohols, alkalis, acids: they cause small cracks, discoloration of the bath.

Important: When caring for a plastic bath, do not use hard metal washcloths or brushes. It is best to clean acrylic with a soft sponge or rags. Dangerous for plastic and too hot water: because of it, deformation of the tank may occur.

Purchased cleaning products

Experienced housewives advise: before proceeding with the procedure and cleaning the acrylic bath, you should test the product yourself. To do this, it is squeezed out onto the hand and “probed”: there should be no sharp crystals in the preparation.

Another test option is to apply a small amount of detergent to an inconspicuous area of the surface. If after applying appearance coverage has not deteriorated, it is possible to carry out processing on the entire area. But it's still better to buy special preparations that guarantee that their use is safe for acrylic, or delicate universal cleaners.

It is important to properly care for an acrylic bathtub to extend its life.

Nowadays, there are many tools with which you can clean the acrylic bath. Here is a list of the most effective developments from well-known manufacturers.

"Acrilan"

Its popularity is explained by the speed of action and versatility: the drug helps to remove the remnants of detergents, get rid of rust, mold, salt deposits. "Acrilan" does not damage the surface of the bath - on the contrary, it becomes glossy due to the creation of a thin protective film.

"Ravak"

The line includes several products at once, each of which performs its own function: cleaning, disinfection, restoration of the protective layer.

"Acryl Polish"

The brand is represented by a line of drugs from the manufacturer Koipa. In addition to cleaning gels, it includes products for restoring and polishing the bath.

"Team Pro"

This is an environmentally friendly product without harmful components. The drug gently disinfects the surface, eliminates odors, removes salt deposits, grease stains.

cif

Universal spray or cream suitable for all types of coatings and plumbing. Due to the absence of abrasives, "Sif" is safe for acrylic surfaces. With it, you can wash the bath from yellowness, rusty streaks, grease, lime.

Bass

This liquid formulation is ideal for daily care.

"Cinderella"

Effective spray, when using which you have to wear a respirator due to the characteristic pungent odor.

"Chister"

Universal cleaner suitable for bathtubs and other sanitary ware. Carefully cleans acrylic from grease and rust stains, traces of soap. The formula of the drug contains a polymer that prevents the reproduction of the fungus and the adhesion of dirt.

Having solved the problem of choosing a cleaning agent, it remains only to clean the bath. Usually the instructions can be found directly on the packaging.

General rules for the use of household chemicals at home are as follows:

liquids are applied with a sponge, left for some time (from 5 to 20 minutes) on the surface, washed off with water under pressure;
the spray is sprayed, kept for the specified time, washed off;
wipe clean bath with a dry cloth.

How to clean an acrylic bath with improvised means

And how can you wash an acrylic bath if it is not possible to use household chemicals? The choice of option depends on the nature of the contamination.

limescale

A weak solution of citric acid will help get rid of limescale (instead of it, you can add 1.5 liters of table vinegar to the bath). Gathering into the bath hot water(temperature up to +50 o C), add 50 g of lemon, leave for several hours to soften salt deposits. Drain the working solution, rinse the surface with running water. Finally, remove any remaining moisture with a soft cloth.

Yellowness

The yellowed bottom and walls of the bath are bleached with an apple bite, lemon juice or citric acid(20 g per glass of water). The problem areas are wiped with liquids, after a few minutes they are rinsed with a stream of water under pressure. The surface is blotted with a dry cloth.

Rust

Rusty streaks are cleaned with soda. Water is added to the powder first. The resulting slurry is applied to the “reddened” places (no need to rub), washed off after 10-15 minutes.

Dirt

Deep-seated dirt can be removed with a non-abrasive toothpaste. It is squeezed out in a small amount on a cloth, wipe the stains with it.

You can wash the bath with folk remedies

Features of washing bathtubs with hydromassage

Special acrylic bathtubs for hydromassage procedures are equipped with nozzles (sprayers) connected to circulation pump. It creates an excess pressure of water, which then exits with pressure through the small holes of the atomizers in a given direction. If moisture remains on the nozzles, this causes the growth of mold, the multiplication of microorganisms, the formation of a layer of lime deposits.

What is the best way to clean a hot tub? The process of cleaning and disinfection is combined, carrying out it in several stages:

Fill the tank sparingly hot water so that its level is 5-7 cm higher than the sprayers.
Turn off the air supply.
Pour in 50 ml of liquid for cleaning dishwashers.
For the purpose of disinfection, a glass of vinegar is added to the solution.
For 10-15 minutes, turn on the hydromassage mode. During this time, all accumulated dirt will come out of the nozzles into the bath.
Open the plug and drain the dirty liquid.
Pick up in a container clean water and start the hydromassage again - this is necessary to wash all devices from detergent and prepare the bath for use.

Acrylic bathtubs are gaining more and more popularity, because due to its unique structure this material does not accumulate pollution. The minimum number of pores in the polymer makes it easy to remove fresh stains, and the smooth surface creates a barrier to the accumulation of germs and dirt. However, acrylic bathtubs have certain operating conditions and require careful and careful care.

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General rules of care and operation

To care for an acrylic bath, they purchase special liquids or use home remedies. The main thing is that they are intended directly for washing polymer coatings.

Acrylic surfaces cannot be cleaned with powders, liquids, ammonia, alkali, acid, chlorine. Selecting a detergent with abrasives and acid will alter the performance of the acrylic or severely damage the surface. If you use a product with alkali or high acidity, this will lead to a violation of the integrity of the material structure. The abrasive components in the cleaning solution will leave deep grooves and scratches on the acrylic surface.

For cleaning use soft sponges or cotton rags. Microfiber cloths can be an alternative. After cleaning, the bath is wiped with a soft towel or cloth. It is undesirable to use very hot water for washing, this will lead to a change in the shape of the material.

Do not store metal basins or buckets in an acrylic bath, as well as bathe pets - traces of claws may appear on the surface of the polymer.

Daily care at home

The plastic surface is well cleaned of fresh dirt. Timely cleaning of the acrylic bath will prevent the appearance of limescale, rust.

Each time after taking a bath, its surface is thoroughly rinsed with warm water. Manufacturers warn that water temperatures over 70 degrees can damage acrylic. For daily washing, you can use a solution with laundry soap. It should be remembered that experts do not recommend frequent use chemicals, even those designed for processing polymers.

Do not leave the bathroom wet. You can dry it with a soft cloth or long air. Disinfect the bathtub several times a week. This period can be increased or decreased depending on the degree of contamination of the tank.

spring-cleaning

It is advisable to use industrial products for cleaning acrylic bathtubs during general cleaning if there is little dirt on the bathtub. Otherwise, housewives will come to the aid of home methods that serve as a good help in the fight against old stains, or strong solutions. True, the latter will have to be spent significantly.

General cleaning of the bathtub is preferably carried out twice a month using an appropriate product. Previously, the hostess must read the attached instructions and follow it when processing the bath. Once every six months, the acrylic surface must be disinfected with special solutions.

Features of cleaning bathtubs with hydromassage

If the tank is equipped with a hydromassage, this brings additional trouble to the hostess. The sprayers installed in it are responsible for supplying water jets under high pressure, so they often accumulate a lot of moisture. This leads to the appearance of limescale and the accumulation of harmful microorganisms.

It is advisable to clean the acrylic whirlpool tub at least once a month. To do this, the bath is filled with warm water, which should cover the nozzles by 5 cm, and the air supply is turned off. A solution (50 ml of cleaning agent) is poured into the water, hydromassage is turned on. A glass of vinegar can be added to the solution for better disinfection. After 10-15 minutes, the dirty water is drained.

The second stage of cleaning consists in washing out the cleaning agent from the components of the bath. To do this, the tank is filled with clean water and the hydromassage mode is turned on for a few more minutes.

What not to use when cleaning

The polymer coating cannot be processed with hard, metal brushes. They scratch the surface easily. Experts do not recommend the use of powders, including ordinary soda, as well as products containing:

Acetone, ammonia. They corrode acrylic, which threatens the appearance of holes in the bath.
abrasive components. In addition to creating scratches, they quickly erase the enamel.
Chlorine. The element increases the pores on the surface of the polymer, significantly reducing its service life. Acrylic loses its glossy appearance, becomes dull.
Cleaning products containing acids. Acid quickly removes plaque and dirt, but destroys the protective layer of acrylic. Subsequent dirt accumulates on the walls faster, in larger quantities.

Handy cleaning products

Homemade acrylic bath cleaning solutions are no less effective than expensive store-bought detergents. They will help in case of significant pollution or after repair. The main thing is to know exactly what is suitable for washing an acrylic surface, and what can harm it. The most common home remedies are: citric acid, vinegar, toothpaste, etc.

Citric acid solution

Citric acid easily copes with greasy spots, simple pollution. Since plastic negatively perceives the influence of acids, this agent is not used in its pure form. To clean the acrylic surface, most of the bath is filled with warm water, pour 10 g of acid.

Leave the tank to soak overnight, drain the liquid in the morning. It remains only to rinse the bath and dry it with a soft cloth. In order not to spoil the surface, the acrylic bathtub is cleaned with citric acid once every six months.

Apple vinegar

Another remedy for washing an acrylic bath at home is apple cider vinegar. It will help to cope with serious pollution. You need to work quickly so as not to spoil the plastic surface. Housewives moisten a rag with a soft pile in the solution, apply it to the place of contamination and pour water on top.

Soda

In everyday life, only baking soda diluted with water can be used to clean acrylic. 3 tablespoons of soda are dissolved in 1 glass of water, a sponge is moistened in the solution and the stain is blotted with it, in no case rubbing the surface, left for fifteen minutes. The stain is washed off with water and cleaned with a soft cloth.

Toothpaste

One of the most gentle methods of home bathroom cleaning is toothpaste. The main thing is that it does not contain abrasive particles. A suitable paste is applied to a sponge or rag, rubbed over a dirty surface. After that, the paste is washed off with water, the bath is rubbed to a shine.

Household chemicals

If the hostess doubts the safety of using home remedies, she can pay attention to the products industrial production. The range of such funds is presented quite widely. The most common acrylic cleaners: Sif, Acrylan, Bass, Tim-Profi, Cinderella, Chister.

Sif is sold in the form of a gel, paste, cream. It does not give an abrasive effect, so its use on acrylic is safe. Sif cleans the bath and prevents the formation of plaque.

Acrylan is available as a cleaning foam for showers and acrylic bathtubs. Bass is a liquid suitable for daily rinsing of the font. Tim-Profi is a suitable tool for removing complex stains, eliminating unpleasant odors. The cleaner, in addition to removing stains, is suitable for eliminating stains and protecting against the formation of fungus.

Often, housewives are interested in whether it is possible to wash an acrylic bath with Sanoks, Pemolux, whiteness. Sanox, like Domestos, contains acids in its composition that adversely affect the polymer. Sanoks is rarely used if hard-to-remove limescale has formed. The cleaning agent is applied to the surface for a maximum of 10 minutes, after which it is washed off with plenty of water. The same should be done if the hostess has acquired Silit Beng. It is highly undesirable to use Pemolux and Whiteness for washing acrylic bathtubs.

Is it possible to apply Domestos

Domestos is a popular and effective remedy. However, for washing acrylic coatings, it should not be used frequently. Concentrated acids in the composition of the product can harm the plastic surface.
If severe pollution, limescale, rust has formed on the bath, Domestos can be used with caution. Apply the agent to the polymer can be no more than a few minutes. After treatment with a cleaning agent, the bath is rinsed and dried.

Special care products for acrylic

In order for the bath to maintain an aesthetic appearance, you can stock up on acrylic care products in advance. Often they are sold in the form of polishes and protective solutions. The former allow you to give the surface shine and gloss, the latter restore the protective layer of acrylic, disinfect the surface. Among these funds, the most famous are: Ravak, Acrylic Polish, etc.

Fight against heavy pollution

As mentioned earlier, you should not be zealous with chemistry when washing an acrylic bath. This will lead to a complete or partial loss of the original properties of the polymer. However, if the tank has become heavily soiled, limescale, rust, etc., it is unlikely that it will be possible to do without effective cleaning solutions.

lime plaque

Even if the bathtub is rinsed daily, poor quality water can cause limescale build-up. To wash acrylic from limescale, it is better to use industrial products: Sanfor, Ravak, etc. For preventive purposes, they are used at least once every two months.

water stone

You can get rid of strong plaque and water scale by preparing the following solution: dilute the cleaning powder for washing dishes with water until a liquid slurry is formed, add Whiteness (2 tablespoons) and vinegar (2 tablespoons) to the mixture. Apply the mixture to the acrylic surface, wait 20 minutes and rinse with water. Wipe heavily soiled areas with a soft sponge.

Rust

You can remove rust stains using a soda solution. The main thing is not to use soda that is not diluted in water. A liquid gruel is applied to the spots, wait about 15 minutes and rinse with water. Rub the stains is not worth it, it will damage the plastic.

Yellowness

A few simple methods will help get rid of yellowness. You can bleach the bath by mixing hydrogen peroxide and ammonia in equal proportions and wiping the problem areas with a soft cloth. Another remedy is a solution of lemon juice and vinegar. They are diluted in equal proportions and applied with a sponge to the places of contamination.

When serious pollution occurs, industrial products or home solutions are used:

Which brushes and sponges to use

Acrylic surfaces must not be cleaned with metal-coated sponges or brushes with hard bristles; only soft brushes and sponges are suitable for washing them. After cleaning, the bath must be dried. To do this, use dry wipes.

Acrylic bath disinfection

Acrylic does not allow microbes and dirt to accumulate in large quantities. However, this does not exclude their presence on the surface of the material. To disinfect the bath, housewives use industrial detergents, for example Tim-pro. You can use White. The bath should be filled with water, add 2 liters of Whiteness and leave to soak for 15 minutes. After that, the agent is washed off with plenty of water.
Baths should be disinfected at least once every six months.

How to remove scratches with your own hands

To do this, you will need a professional set to restore the coating. Usually it consists of a special spatula, putty, liquid acrylic. Often use camouflage pencils, enamel paints. The choice of means depends on the degree of damage, the depth of the scratch.

Treatment of the damaged area

Before starting the restoration, the place of the scratch is carefully cleaned with sandpaper with a small grain size. Then use paper with a larger grain size. After cleaning, the surface is degreased.

Camouflage pencil

This tool is useful if the scratch is small and noticed in time. The pencil is comfortable and easy to use. They carefully apply several layers to the place of the scratch. Masking particles fill in the recesses, the scratch disappears.

enamel paint

Enamel paint is also easy to apply. Small scratches are treated with a brush, carefully masking the place of damage. If paint is used in the form of an aerosol, the surface is pre-cleaned with soapy water. You can use the bath only after the paint has dried completely.

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