A summary of common sense of bathtub cleaning and maintenance

The bathtub in the home is something we use every day. Its cleaning is related to our health. Therefore, in order to ensure our health, cleaning and maintenance have become what we must do. The bathtub is different. Different materials require different methods. The bathtubs on the market can be divided into three categories, acrylic bathtubs, steel bathtubs and cast iron bathtubs. Then let's take a look at the different maintenance methods of these different materials.

Steel bathtub: not easy to fade, long-lasting gloss, easy to clean. However, the steel bathtub has poor thermal insulation performance and is not resistant to impact. Under normal circumstances, it is better to use neutral detergent or soap and water to clean the bathtub. Avoid using detergents used on tile or enamel surfaces. It is best to clean it once a week to ensure that the bathtub remains dry after each use. You can use a flexible cloth or a good sponge to clean the bathtub. Do not leave metal objects in the bathtub, they will rust the bathtub and stain the surface. In addition, using baking soda to remove dirt is effective.

Acrylic bathtub: Acrylic plastic bathtub is light in weight, does not rust, will not be corroded, is warm to the touch, can maintain the water temperature for a long time, and is easy to wipe clean. This kind of bathtub is currently It is the mainstream product on the market.

When the bathtub is maintained, you can choose a suitable polishing machine, a wool polishing disk of around 1900 rpm, apply wax to the polishing disk, and then polish the polished part. Before sanding, the surface should be repaired with sandpaper. Repeat this process several times, and then it will reach a bright surface. Turpentine water can be used to clean the paint gelatin on the bathtub. Many chemicals can cause acrylic to lose its luster, such as thinner. Usually only need to clean with No. 1 detergent, do not use corrosive detergent.

The polishing wax is selected from high-quality products. Car polishing wax can be used. For small scratches or getting old, manual polishing can be used: After polishing with 1500 water-resistant paper, use car surface abrasives to rotate repeatedly. Actions to make the surface bright, and even toothpaste can be used instead of abrasives, but the grinding time is relatively much longer. The surface of the acrylic bathtubs of major brands has been specially treated, which is more abrasion resistant than ordinary acrylic bathtubs. In case of accidental scratches on the surface, if the scratches are light, lightly brush with toothpaste and a toothbrush; if the scratches are deep, it is recommended to consult professionals and ask professional maintenance personnel to deal with it.

Cast iron bathtub: Cast iron bathtub is a very heavy and durable material. The enamel on its surface is generally thinner than that on steel bathtubs. When cleaning such bathtubs, detergents containing abrasive ingredients cannot be used. The disadvantage of bathtubs is that the water will quickly become cold. Cast iron bathtubs are usually cumbersome, expensive, and have poor thermal insulation properties. But its advantage is its long service life.

The bathtub can be cleaned with acid-free detergent, and the non-abrasive soft sponge pad can be used to clean the dirt that is difficult to remove on the non-slip surface of the bathtub.

The cast iron bathtub** is prone to scratches. If there are rusty scratches, first remove the rust spots with a decontamination powder, then wipe with a dry cloth, and then apply a special adhesive for repairing the bathtub, and the scratches will not expand. To clean the bathtub, you must use a sponge and detergent instead of a hard brush.