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Shower door cleaning

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RedFluffyElephant · 12/06/2025 19:02

Hello, does anyone know how to clean shower doors so that they look clear? I have tried different cleaning sprays but to no avail, they still look streaky and have deposits on them after cleaning. I have recently tried 0000 steel wool, but it only came up marginally clearer, I tried it in conjunction with Viakal vinegar spray too. I'm beginning to think it's just that I don't have enough scrubbing power in my wrists.

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FOJN · 12/06/2025 19:40

For anyone concerned about the steel wool it is possible to use 0000 on glass without scratching although I wouldn't personally.

It's not clear if you have streaks from cleaning product residue or calcium deposits from hard water. I use CIF lime scale remover because whilst it's slightly less powerful than viakal it does rinse more easily and doesn't leave residue. A window vac is the best option for drying the glass without streaks.

Here's a few alternative ideas.

www.letscleanthatup.com/how-to-clean-glass-shower-doors-like-a-pro-and-remove-hard-water-for-good-3-pro-tips/#:~:text=The%20key%20with%20using%20steel,the%20Mess%2Do%2Dmeter.

Lucyliesdown · 12/06/2025 19:39

FanofLeaves · 12/06/2025 19:32

yup, this is what I got 🤷🏻‍♀️

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I sent you the link

Karcher even has an Amazon store!

HeddaGarbled · 12/06/2025 19:37

Method shower spray. It’s the only one that works. Keep it in the shower and use it after every single shower. Just spray and leave: no rinsing, scrubbing, wiping.

About once a month my H does it with the Karcher but I’m not convinced it’s any better.

Dramatic · 12/06/2025 19:36

Don't use fabric softener on your cloths/towels that you use to clean it, they'll always leave it streaky

bloodredfeaturewall · 12/06/2025 19:35

we replaced ours with a shower curtain.
a lot less faff as it just can go in the washer

FanofLeaves · 12/06/2025 19:32

Lucyliesdown · 12/06/2025 19:13

You input Karcher in to
amazon and nothing came up?!
It’s the window cleaner

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yup, this is what I got 🤷🏻‍♀️

Shower door cleaning
MalcolmMoo · 12/06/2025 19:32

I use an unbranded glass cleaner, then I squeegee the cleaner off, then I have a cloth design for cleaning glass (a dry shiny material) and I then kinda buff the glass and there’s no streaks.

Wanderdust · 12/06/2025 19:29

Lucyliesdown · 12/06/2025 19:08

My Karcher
amazing

Agree!

TamborineGal · 12/06/2025 19:28

But....
There's no coming back from steel wool

JDM625 · 12/06/2025 19:28

Install a water softener!

Previous property didn't have one and I was forever using viakal, vinegar and rough sponges. The glass never looked clear for more than a few hours- till the next shower.

Current place, we installed a water softener and the difference is remarkable. The glass is lucky to get a wipe down every month- if that!

Mwnci123 · 12/06/2025 19:28

Monstersfromtheid · 12/06/2025 19:16

If you're in a soft water area anything will work. In a hard water area you need to get rid of the calcium deposits. But I'm worried that the steel wool will have scratched the glass.
Nancy Birtwhistle has some good recipes for natural cleaners.

Nancy's toilet magic is great for shower screens. Citric acid and washing up liquid.

TamborineGal · 12/06/2025 19:26

Well my time has come......
Wearing only a marigold glove under a skin exfoliating glove, apply some cream cleaner to the moistened glass surfaces. Use exaggerated circular motions to cover all the glass and got in the nooks and crannies.
Rinse with warm water, then buff with microfibre cloth.
Bob's Your Thingy.
Fablass

Mymanyellow · 12/06/2025 19:22

Yeah I’m plumping for viakal as well. Haven’t got a cubicle just a screen over the bath but it does work. Spray it on, lather it up, leave for ten mins then rinse and dry it.

Nushi21 · 12/06/2025 19:19

I saw an ad by Mrs hinch to use her Viakal that has vinegar in it. Spray, leave for a few mins and wash off. Then polish when dry.

Wibblybynature · 12/06/2025 19:18

Viakal cleaner once a week and scrub with a Scrub Daddy scourer.
Karcher window vac after cleaning and after every shower.

ChristmasFluff · 12/06/2025 19:18

Wash an old towel and dry it naturally on an airer, so it goes 'hard'.

Spray your shower doors with water only, and then use the 'hard' towel to clean/dry it off. Repeat daily or every other day until your door is clear, and then once a week should be enough to keep it perfect.

I've cleaned houses once a week in hard water areas and this has worked within a few weeks to get the doors clear.

Really worried that you might have destroyed the surface with the steel wool tho.

AuntieDen · 12/06/2025 19:17

delphis limescale remover. spray on, wipe gently to spread, leave 5 mins, rinse.

RaraRachael · 12/06/2025 19:17

Following as I've tried absolutely everything and mine still doesn't look good and I live in a very soft water area.

mugglewump · 12/06/2025 19:17

We have very hard water, so even daily screen squeegying does nothing. My niece says she uses a dishmatic (sponge with a resevoir for washing up liquid). She fills it with washing up liquid, clear vinegar and a bit of water. Swears it does the trick.

Monstersfromtheid · 12/06/2025 19:16

If you're in a soft water area anything will work. In a hard water area you need to get rid of the calcium deposits. But I'm worried that the steel wool will have scratched the glass.
Nancy Birtwhistle has some good recipes for natural cleaners.

Northernlightx · 12/06/2025 19:16

I swear by using a squeedgy after each shower and then spraying with method daily spray, and once a week use a window cleaner spray with a micro fibre cloth. My shower door is about 3 years old now and pretty spotless.

Allseeingallknowing · 12/06/2025 19:15

Soapy water with vinegar. Polish off with a scrim window cleaner’s cloth or a cotton cloth. Old tea towels are good for this.

Lucyliesdown · 12/06/2025 19:14

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Lucyliesdown · 12/06/2025 19:13

FanofLeaves · 12/06/2025 19:11

Where do you get this? I put it into Amazon and nothing came up :(

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You input Karcher in to
amazon and nothing came up?!
It’s the window cleaner

FanofLeaves · 12/06/2025 19:11

Lucyliesdown · 12/06/2025 19:08

My Karcher
amazing

Where do you get this? I put it into Amazon and nothing came up :(

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