How to Clean Glass Shower Doors
Looking for a really quick and easy way to keep your shower glass sparkling clean? I’ve got you! Today, I’m teaching you how to clean glass shower doors using exclusively things you probably already have on hand.
If I could only remove one cleaning task from my to do list for the rest of my life, it would be cleaning the bathrooms. I hate it with ever fiber of my being. I hate cleaning toilets and scrubbing caulk and cleaning around faucets. But, perhaps the most offensive bathroom cleaning task of them all is cleaning the shower. I’m sorry, I have to clean the thing that gets me clean?! Seems suspicious.
But, alas, showers must be cleaned. And, if you have glass shower doors they especially need to be cleaned, thanks to the mildew and hard water stains and soap scum build-up. It feels a little like the universe is just messing with us sometimes, doesn’t it?
Don’t worry. Cleaning your glass shower door isn’t that hard. In fact, if you use my tips to stay on top of it, it’s downright simple. Promise.
How to Clean Glass Shower Doors
Video Tutorial
If you like a video walkthrough, I’ve got you covered! Here’s a quick 5-minute video that will take you step-by-step through everything I do to make sure my glass shower doors stay clean with the absolute minimum amount of effort.
What You’ll Need
You don’t need much to keep your shower glass doors clean, but there are a few things I do recommend having on hand. I’ll explain each of these in the post!
- A squeegee
- Daily shower cleaner
- A water filtration device
- White vinegar
- Dish soap
- Empty spray bottle
- Lemons
- Baking Soda
- Microfiber cloths
On The Daily…
If you want to prevent your glass shower doors from getting cloudy and dirty in the first place, there are a few simple habits that can make a BIG difference!
- Have a water softener: Obviously, a whole-home water softener is the best option, but that’s not always possible. Instead, you can grab a filter that fits right onto your shower head! It softens the water as it’s coming out of the pipes and helps reduce hard water stains. It’s also great for your hair and your skin, so it’s a win-win!
- Squeegee those doors! The absolute most important thing you can do to prevent dirty shower glass is this little habit that takes 30 seconds. After every shower, use a squeegee to remove the excess water from the doors. That’s it. That one little step will save you a lot of headache. Promise.
- Try a daily shower cleaner. And finally, having a daily shower cleaner on hand to spray all over the shower after you’re done can also be a really simple step that makes a big difference! It’ll reduce how often you’re having to clean the shower glass and the shower itself.
Cleaning With Vinegar + Dish Soap
Okay, so you’ve done your best to keep up with the good habits but you still have dirty glass. So, how do you get hard water stains and cloudiness off your glass shower doors? Well, as with many cleaning tasks, vinegar is going to be your friend here.
I recommend mixing up a solution of vinegar and dish soap in a spray bottle. Use equal parts if you can, but don’t worry about measuring. It’s not that serious. Spray the solution on the shower doors and allow it to sit for 3-5 minutes so the mixture can begin to break up the soap scum. Then, use a microfiber cloth to wipe off the DIY cleaner – you may want to do a little bit of scrubbing in a circular motion to help remove any residue.
This is a great way to remove soap scum and buildup on the glass shower doors, but if you have really bad hard water stains, just this solution alone might not get the job done. If you need something a little more heavy duty, read on to see what you can try.
Cleaning With Lemon + Baking Soda
That’s right – a lemon! The acid in lemons is great for breaking down the mineral deposits on your glass shower doors. And, when mixed with a bit of baking soda it has some extra scrubbing power! I like to cut my lemon in half and pour a bit of baking soda in a small bowl. Then, scrub your glass shower doors in a circular motion, making sure to slightly squeeze so that the lemon juice gets on the door.
Allow that mixture to sit on the glass shower doors for a few minutes so it can do its thing, and then rinse! Be sure to squeegee the excess water off the shower door after rinsing.
Other Products to Try
Of course, sometimes natural products you have home just aren’t enough to do the trick. If you have a lot of grime or some really stubborn stains, you might need a more abrasive cleaner with some stronger ingredients. Here are some I’d recommend:
- CLR Calcium, Lime, & Rust Remover – A classic for dealing with hard water spots, this is a really strong cleaner that can be used on a lot more than just your glass shower doors. It’s good for things like the water dispenser area in your fridge, your faucets, and the shower door tracks!
- Bioclean Hard Water Stain Remover – I used this stuff for years and the only reason I switched to vinegar is because I ran out and forgot to buy more! It is basically a miracle worker and you’ll be so impressed with how effective it is.
- Lime-a-Way – Another fantastic cleaning solution for anywhere in your home that has stains from the minerals in your water.
- Sprayaway Glass Cleaner – If you aren’t dealing with hard water stains, this ammonia-free glass cleaner is a great way to keep things looking nice and streak-free.
Just make sure that any time you’re using this type of cleaner, you have plenty of ventilation in the space where you’re working!
