A shower can be a relaxing reprieve from a humid busy workday or a refreshing end to a vacation day at the beach. But if a shower stall is covered in soap scum, buildup or mildew, the experience can be less than enjoyable.
One of the big problems in showers is soap scum buildup. Soap scum is a combination of soap plus minerals, so not only does the lime scale make the soap scum stick, but hard water produces more soap scum.
In Maui, very hard water lends to extra soap scum and waterspots in the shower, both on the walls and the glass.
Glass has microscopic ridges and valleys that collect soap scum and lime scale. If left untreated, this can cause deterioration which causes glass to collect hard water stains at a faster rate. The best plan of action for shower glass is to get it and keep it spot free with regular maintenance. Coarse abrasives to remove water spots are not recommended because they can provide a temporary solution, but cause a bigger problem in the long run.
To reduce soap scum and waterspots:
- Switch to Bath Gel instead of bar soap
- Use a squeegee on shower glass and walls after each shower
- Use a daily cleaner on shower surfaces when sunscreen and tanning oils are used (waxes and oils contribute to soap scum build up)
Deep Clean and Seal Showers, Glass and Grout with a hydrophobic impregnator. Deep cleaning is required to prepare for sealing. Water repellant penetrating sealers help water to bead or sheet off of surfaces. This helps slow buildup and is part of a good maintenance program.
A professional stone and tile service will likely include a treatment application of professional mildewcide to slow mold growth and staining.
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