How to Clean Glass Shower Doors | OxiClean™ (2024)

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Dawn's Powerwash Is My Favorite Way to Clean Shower Doors

Now I only need two spray bottles: Dawn Powerwash and my trusty vinegar solution spray bottle. First, I mist the glass with vinegar. Then, I aim the Powerwash nozzle on the doors and spray with the gloriously foamy Dawn.

Dawn's Powerwash Is My Favorite Way to Clean Shower Doors

Now I only need two spray bottles: Dawn Powerwash and my trusty vinegar solution spray bottle. First, I mist the glass with vinegar. Then, I aim the Powerwash nozzle on the doors and spray with the gloriously foamy Dawn.

Mix half a cup of baking soda with enough vinegar to form a paste in a small plastic container. Once the initial fizzing subsides, use a sponge to apply the paste evenly to the affected areas of your shower doors. Let the solution sit for about 15 minutes to allow its cleaning properties to work.

Wet a clean cloth with warm water and gently wipe down the plexiglass surface to finish. If you're working with a large plexiglass surface, like a shower door, you can instead spray the surface with warm water on low pressure (this is key—high pressure water can damage your plexiglass) to rinse.

Rejuvenate No Scrub Soap Scum Remover is our top pick for tackling soap scum and other buildup, because it's powerful, versatile, and exceptionally easy to use. But the shower is not the only spot where you can use the hardworking cleaner—it works on other bathroom surfaces, including sinks and counters, too.

White vinegar. Kaboom (swears it's the best for soap scum build up) and CLR. Out of all these products, the writer swore Bar Keeper's Friend multi-purpose cooktop cleaner was the magic solution. Since Bar Keeper's Friend isn't harsh like the other products, you can actually breathe when using it.

Windex is one of the time-tested ways to clean glass and it still works great.

Yes! Especially if you're not a fan of white vinegar DIY cleaners. Prominski swears by Windex for cleaning bathroom mirrors and shower glass. “It works really well and doesn't leave streaks,” she says.

The most effective way to remove calcified hard water stains is a vinegar and water mixture as it breaks down the minerals when it comes into contact with the stained glass. It's also an excellent natural, non-chemical method.

Some people like to use a combination of water and ammonia to combat soap scum, but there are less toxic options that are also effective. Try mixing equal parts dish soap and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Apply to shower door glass and let sit for about 30 minutes. Then wipe down the doors.

Why are glass shower doors so hard to clean? ›

Up close, you'll see glass actually has “pits and valleys” where minerals and soap scum can adhere and eventually penetrate the surface. Once this penetration occurs, it may be difficult or even impossible to restore the original clarity of the glass, and it may have to be replaced.

You can use Bar Keepers Friend Cleanser, Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser, or Bar Keepers Friend MORE Spray & Foam to clean your shower door (some people prefer the foam because it adheres to vertical surfaces well).

Yes. Rain-X can be used on glass shower doors without any etching to achieve the benefits of Rain-X water beading in the shower. Rain-X should not be used on plastic shower doors.

Start by moistening the dryer sheet under warm water, then rub it on to the dry glass of the shower door. You should see the soap scum start to peel off, and as you keep working, even more of that soap scum will loosen and pull away.

Heat a half-cup of distilled white vinegar in your microwave for 30 seconds. Pour the warm vinegar into a spray bottle. Spray the glass shower doors and frame thoroughly and allow them to soak for five minutes. Wear rubber gloves and scrub the glass and frame with a non-abrasive soft bristle brush.

Every day: After using the shower, squeegee glass shower doors and leave the door open to air out. Weekly: Give your entire shower a wipe-down once a week with a sponge or foam cleaning pad. Once a month: It's time for a deep clean. Thoroughly scrub your entire shower, making sure to get in any nooks and crannies.