How to maintain a semi-circular shower tray?

Many people start their day with a refreshing shower and end it the same way. During these fleeting moments of relaxation, we appreciate the warm stream of water and the convenience of our shower cabin. The last thing we want to see is mold appearing in the corners or limescale deposits on the glass. How can we prevent this? It's important to ensure proper hygiene. Semi-circular shower trays are very popular in Irish bathrooms. This is undoubtedly because they make it easy to maintain the proper ergonomics of the space while ensuring a comfortable shower. So how do you properly care for such a shower tray?

Proper maintenance of the shower tray

Of course, the shape of the shower tray doesn't determine how it should be maintained. The main aspect we must consider is the material from which it is made. The type of material is crucial to prevent damage to the surface while cleaning. When looking for information on how to clean a shower tray effectively and safely, we should primarily follow the manufacturer's guidelines. There are various types of shower trays available on the market, so there is no single method for cleaning them effectively. If you visit a bathroom fittings store, you can take advantage of the salesperson's knowledge and ask how to care for the shower tray you purchased. Remember - always familiarize yourself with the manufacturer's recommendations before cleaning your shower tray!

Among the products used for caring for delicate bathroom fittings, dishwashing liquid is a very popular option due to its gentle composition. You can also make an ecological cleaning solution yourself. A solution of water with vinegar and lemon juice is the most effective solution for many of our customers.

The hardness of the water affects how often and intensely the shower tray needs to be cleaned. In some cases, even regular care won't prevent the buildup of deposits. If limescale is particularly resistant to scrubbing, you can use a special cleaner or a solution of citric acid, which should help solve the problem.

How to care for a shower cabin?

A shower with a tray is still the most popular solution in Irish bathrooms. However, the closed shower cabin provides ideal conditions for the growth of mold and mildew. Therefore, we should always remember to leave it open. This ensures constant airflow that dries its surfaces. Soft cloths should be used to clean the glass to avoid scratching the delicate surface. The doors of the shower cabin should also be cleaned from the top, as dust accumulates on the edges. It's also essential to clean the seals and remove any limescale from the glass, and thoroughly wash away any soap scum with a soft cloth. For extra shine, finish by wiping the glass with a glass cleaner. To keep the cabin looking neat after every shower, use a rubber squeegee to remove water. Key principles when cleaning a shower cabin:

• Ensure proper ventilation or open the bathroom door.
• Do not close yourself in the cabin when using chemical products.
• Wear rubber gloves.
• Remove all freestanding items from the cabin.
• Always remember to clean hard-to-reach areas thoroughly.
• Clean the siphon thoroughly.
• Use products recommended by the bathroom fittings manufacturer.

How to maintain an acrylic shower tray?

An acrylic shower tray is a solution that many people still choose. This material is extremely popular because it makes shower trays light, elegant, and relatively inexpensive. They also have adequate mechanical resistance and good usability. However, acrylic shower trays need to be properly maintained.

Cleaning an acrylic shower tray is best done with a soft sponge or cloth. Use chemical products designed for sanitary acrylic to ensure they don't contain acetone, alcohol, or ammonia. When choosing from available products on the market, avoid those with an abrasive texture. How can you recognize them? These are the traditional pastes and creams for cleaning fittings or powders designed for intensive scrubbing. The particles in their composition can contribute to the surface of the shower tray becoming dull or even permanently scratched!

Properly maintained sanitary acrylic looks impeccable for many years. Correctly cleaned acrylic shower trays will certainly serve you well and reward you with an aesthetic appearance.

Shower trays made from less common materials and their proper maintenance

For modern and extravagant bathrooms, customers often choose shower trays made from less common materials. These include shower trays made from a composite material (often also called cast marble trays) or ceramic shower trays. Considering their higher price, it's worth maintaining them properly, so they continue to look as impressive as they did on the day of installation. Remember that regular cleaning will protect the surface of the shower tray from discoloration and limescale buildup. Unfortunately, limescale often causes the most problems. A composite shower tray is also best cleaned with a product designed for this material. It must be relatively gentle. It should not contain chlorine, ammonia, acids, or hard microgranules. Also, remember to dry the surface of such a shower tray. Manufacturers recommend that composite products should be properly protected, and for this, appropriate impregnation will be ideal.

Ceramic shower trays are less frequently chosen, but they are highly resistant to damage and scratches. When kept clean, their surfaces look extremely neat. How to maintain them? It's not difficult and only requires a gentle cleaner and appropriate regularity.