Vinyl Shower Curtain Cleaning

Vinyl shower curtains are commonly used in households because of their many advantages. They are extremely durable and practical and hence, are even used daily. They are also available in different decorative designs, patterns and colors. They are comparatively cheaper than other shower curtains. This makes them a favorite and popular among all the people. Read more on shower curtains.

If you have already installed a vinyl shower curtain in your bathroom, there are certain methods for shower curtain cleaning that you need to follow to make your bathroom shower curtain last longer. Soap scum or films, dirt, molds or mildew are the elements that spoil the shower curtains. If you do not want to replace your shower curtain, here are a few tips to make your vinyl shower curtain look new and fresh.

Vinyl Shower Curtain Cleaning

Just because vinyl shower curtains are water-resistant and meant for daily use does not mean that you should not clean them regularly. Before beginning any cleaning methods, you must remove the shower curtains from the hook. Let us have a look at some vinyl shower curtain cleaning tips.

• Cleaning the curtain with water is the best method of cleaning shower curtains. You should first spread the curtain flat on the surface and then clean it with water along with scrubbing with sponge.
• You can also use mild soaps or detergents for vinyl shower curtain cleaning. Remove the curtain and soak it in soap water for some time. After a few minutes, take it out, rinse with water and let it dry.
• When washing vinyl shower curtain in a washing machine, you can add a cup of bleach or baking soda with your regular detergent.
• It is advisable to clean vinyl shower curtain in warm water rather than cold water, as cold water can lead to stiffening of the curtain.
• For cleaning dirt spots on shower curtain, you can use hydrogen peroxide. Put a few drops of hydrogen peroxide on cotton ball and rub in circular motion. The spots can be cleaned due to the bleaching properties of hydrogen peroxide.

Vinyl Shower Curtain Maintenance

Vinyl shower curtains health and maintenance is equally important . Here are some maintenance ideas for vinyl shower curtains.

• You can make salt water mixture and soak vinyl shower curtains in it to protect them from mold and mildew. You can also soak vinyl shower curtain in vinegar to prevent mold and mildew invasion.
• You can even spray vinyl shower curtains with disinfectants to keep mold and mildew away.
• One should remember neither to put vinyl curtains in washing machine when it is switched to 'hot' mode nor to dry them in the dryer. Both the practices can result in burning of the vinyl shower curtains.
• Also while cleaning vinyl shower curtains in a washing machine, do not clean it individually, you can add a few towels or blankets along with it and then run the machine on a gentle cycle.
• If you notice that your vinyl shower curtain has torn near the hook, you can easily fix it at home with the vinyl shower curtain repair kit. Read more on vinyl shower curtain repair.
• When the shower curtain is not in use, you should keep it tied at the side or top. This will help in making the curtain last long.
• In the worst case, if you find that your vinyl shower curtain is too much spoiled by mold or mildew, you will have to change it, as it is the only way out.

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Vinyl shower curtain cleaning is not a difficult task and it will definitely be helpful for you to retain your favorite shower curtain and also save a few dollars.