KungFuPanda Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 It's a life changer. I used the cold oven cleaner, then came back in twenty minutes and wiped it down with a green scribble and some rinse water. There was no real scrubbing involved. The soap scum was just dissolved. It was like cleaning wet toothpaste out of a sink . . . you know, rinsing alone won't do it, but you need very little muscle. I thought I share in case you let your tub go a little too long and you dread facing it. My tub is all shiny and perfect again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blondeviolin Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Good to know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkInTheBlue Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Well, alrighty then! I'll have to give that a try! What about fumes? My shower is in a separate little toilet and shower room without a window. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted August 28, 2014 Author Share Posted August 28, 2014 I used the fume-free max easy off. I could smell it, but it wasn't nearly as strong as scrubbing bubbles and worked so much better. I didn't hang out in there, and the job went quickly when I came back. I also have no windows and a small master bath. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Is it slippery getting the first time after cleaning it that way? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garga Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 What material is your tub made out of? Mine's a plasticy material--some sort of insert I guess. Was yours porcelain? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Anyone know if this can be used on tile? :o Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 I SO need to try this. My tub has such a build up of dirt and grime. I'm afraid to use anything abrasive in fear of scratching the porcelain finish. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted August 28, 2014 Author Share Posted August 28, 2014 My tub is a Kohler, plasticky (acrylic?) deep Greek Tub. I haven't used it yet, but I stuck my hand in it just for you and it's not slippery at all. It was pretty easy to get the cleaner rinsed and down the drain. I haven't attempted it on the tile yet, but if I do I'll report back. I probably wouldn't do this too often, but I'd gotten behind and needed a fresh start. I figure the layer of soP scum protected the tub from any corrosive effects. Of course, daily wipe-downs are the best, but I got lazy. I also tossed my shower curtain liner in the wash. I wouldn't hesitate to let my MIL take a bath in there now :-) The kids' shower had been similarly neglected and was easy to clean without heroic measures. I just wiped it down with diluted Mr. Clean (I like the Lemon Fresh Scent.) I think my husband's beloved Irish Spring is the culprit. I may attempt switching him to liquid soap and see if that solves the soap scum problem. He won't like it, but he hasn't cleaned a tub in at least a decade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Strawberry Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 You couldn't have posted this yesterday?!? I have scrubbing bubbles all over my tub right now waiting for me to come wipe it down. Sheesh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Could I Spray, then rinse, then give it a scrub, and rinse some more? I also don't want to worry about fumes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 It's a life changer. I used the cold oven cleaner, then came back in twenty minutes and wiped it down with a green scribble and some rinse water. There was no real scrubbing involved. The soap scum was just dissolved. It was like cleaning wet toothpaste out of a sink . . . you know, rinsing alone won't do it, but you need very little muscle. I thought I share in case you let your tub go a little too long and you dread facing it. My tub is all shiny and perfect again. this is great! Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted August 28, 2014 Author Share Posted August 28, 2014 Could I Spray, then rinse, then give it a scrub, and rinse some more? I also don't want to worry about fumes. I dunno. Try it on a spot and see what happens. The soaking in phase seems important to me, but I haven't tried another way. The fumes really don't seem that noxious to me. The smell is much milder than ammonia, vinegar, or any bathroom cleaners I've tried. You couldn't have posted this yesterday?!? I have scrubbing bubbles all over my tub right now waiting for me to come wipe it down. Sheesh. I 'meant' to try it last week, but, you know . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted August 28, 2014 Author Share Posted August 28, 2014 To be clear, I don't recommend inhaling easy off or scrubbing bubbles. I'm sure they're both horrible. I just REALLY wanted a clean, shiny tub with very little effort on my part. Now I will attempt to be a good girl and wipe it down daily. I wipe down the rest of the bathroom almost daily, but I've been pretending the showers don't exist :-/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Strawberry Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Fwiw, I spray, leave the room, then come back and rinse. I try to keep the kids out too. It seems we miss the worst of the fumes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Strawberry Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Would it work on a plasticky shower surround, do you think? My old cast iron tub is sparkly, but the surround looks like it came out of a trash heap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hypatia. Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 I've used this on the top of my stove before after a cooking attempt gone horribly wrong (lots of spills + gas stove = disgusted flambeed mess), just made sure to use fume-free, avoid the fumes anyway and use gloves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bethben Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 I used it on my fiberglass shower pan. Did the trick. I had tried everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linguistmama Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 I will have to try this in the bathroom with the plasticky tub. With porcelain tubs Lysol Toilet Bowl cleaner has been magic for me, but it does nothing for the plastic. What are you all using for daily wipedowns? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyS Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 What about rusty/mineraly water deposits? My shower doesn't get all that soap scummy or "dirty", but man, the RUST! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 I think my husband's beloved Irish Spring is the culprit. I may attempt switching him to liquid soap and see if that solves the soap scum problem. I had exactly the same problem with bars of Irish Spring leaving really bad soap scum. I tossed out all the soap bars and he moved on to liquid soap. It's a LOT better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 What about rusty/mineraly water deposits? My shower doesn't get all that soap scummy or "dirty", but man, the RUST! I wonder if it's the higher iron/mineral content in your water. Or something else about the water. My sister, on well water, has the same problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoCandJ Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 What about rusty/mineraly water deposits? My shower doesn't get all that soap scummy or "dirty", but man, the RUST! There's a Works for rust or use CLR bathroom cleaner. Both worked in a home with water so rusty it came out yellow (it was a rental and there was no space for a water softener). Dd1 refused to take a bath because she thought someone was peeing out of the faucet, we bought a filter for the shower and filled the tub that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 What are you all using for daily wipedowns? What is this concept? Why can't water from the shower be enough to remove dirt and scum? ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linguistmama Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 What is this concept? Why can't water from the shower be enough to remove dirt and scum? ;) Seriously! In my defense other posters brought it up. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted August 29, 2014 Author Share Posted August 29, 2014 If you actually DO a daily wipe down, it doesn't really matter what you use. I'll bet water and a washcloth could keep up if you're consistent. I tend to go with very diluted Mr Clean for daily* wipe downs on sinks, toilets, and showers (yeah, when I do it.). *daily = 3 or 4 times a week Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tori@thehomefront Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 You rock! ::cheers wildly:: (Sorry, I don't know how to do all the cool smileys. ;) ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mabeline Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 What about rusty/mineraly water deposits? My shower doesn't get all that soap scummy or "dirty", but man, the RUST! I learned from another poster on here that Bar Keeper's Friend will remove rust from almost anything. I love it! You can find it at Walmart or the grocery store. It comes in a round can like comet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeindeed Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisB Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 What about rusty/mineraly water deposits? My shower doesn't get all that soap scummy or "dirty", but man, the RUST! You could also try Iron Out. It's been around for years, and I remember using it as a kid at home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsJewelsRae Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 Lysol toilet bowl cleaner for rusty tubs. Ours was ORANGE when we moved in (well water), I tried everything on the market to clean it. Squirted the toilet bowl cleaner on a whim one day and it turned white in seconds! :) Definitely wear a mask. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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