How to care for an acrylic bathtub, including a hydromassage bath? What household chemicals and home remedies to wash plumbing fixtures to increase service life? How to remove scratches from the surface? Acrylic is a wear-resistant material, it prevents the growth of microbes, and the surface is dirt-repellent. However, despite these qualities, the bath requires careful regular maintenance. Acrylic must be handled properly in order to extend its lifespan, maintain the look and shine of the bathroom fixtures. There are no particular difficulties in care and cleaning, the main thing is to follow all the rules. Let's figure out what can and cannot be done when caring for an acrylic bathroom.
The positive properties of an acrylic bath
- An acrylic bath is much lighter than a cast iron bath, which is important during transportation and installation.
- The material is flexible, so the bath can be of different shapes and sizes.
- Acrylic sanitary ware is available in any color.
- The material has a heat-insulating property, therefore, a warm water temperature remains in the bath for a long time.
- The bathtub is durable, robust and shock-resistant.
- The surface is dirt-repellent, which prevents the development of microorganisms.
Disadvantages of an acrylic bathtub
- The material is easily scratched.
- The bath is susceptible to mechanical damage.
- Acrylic is a polymer material that is not resistant to high temperatures. Therefore, smoking and using hot appliances (curling irons, curling irons) can deform the surface.
- Maintenance should be regular and maintenance should be gentle.
Acrylic bathroom care: what not to use
The main drawback of the material is the lack of a reliable protective coating. Therefore, the bathtub is easily scratched, and with the wrong choice of cleaning agents, it quickly fades. It is important to be careful when cleaning the acrylic surface.
- The coating must not be washed with abrasive detergents, otherwise the shine will disappear and scratches will appear in which dirt will accumulate.
- Solvent, ammonia, acid and acetone will cause unique harm to acrylic. The bath will become cloudy, and with prolonged contact, acrylic will corrode.
- For care, you cannot use chlorine-containing substances, since acrylic does not withstand chemical action. The use of chlorine will cloud the surface.
- It is undesirable to scratch the surface of the bathtub with hard, metal and sharp objects. This will compromise the integrity of the coating and damage the enamel.
- Before using the cleaning agent, read the composition: it should not contain alcohol, acetone, ammonia.
- It is not recommended to put metal buckets in the bathtub and bathe pets.
- Never put various objects in the bath: stools, metal basins and other household utensils.
- Do not soak linen in the bathroom for a long time, this will ruin the look of the plumbing.
Caring for an acrylic bathroom at home: the best remedies
The chemical industry has developed a lot of effective and safe acrylic care products that will keep the original appearance of the bath for a long time.
- You can use liquid dish detergents, liquid laundry detergents, liquid soap, and shower gel to clean your bathroom.
- Dissolve dry detergent in water and treat the surface with soapy water.
- If streaks and yellowness are found on the surface, then it is not necessary to wash the entire bathtub. It is enough to soak a soft cloth in vinegar or lemon juice and wipe the surface.
- To get rid of rust, use an acrylic rust remover.
- Remove small stains with household or baby soap by wiping with a soft cloth.
- If you are using a cleaning agent for the first time, then test it in a small area: there are no changes, then feel free to use it.
Daily care of the acrylic bathtub
If you follow the basic simple rule, wipe the bath with warm water and a soft cloth after each use, then the need to use household chemicals will be reduced to a minimum. But there is not always time for daily cleaning. Therefore, you need to remember the main rules.
- Rinse the bathtub with hot water immediately after bathing.
- Clean with a cleaning agent once every two weeks.
- Disinfect the tub once a year with a special acrylic disinfectant.
- Alternative option: take warm water into the bath, add 1.5 liters of citric acid 7% and leave overnight.
- Before bathing in your baby's bathtub, clean the cover with regular soap and warm water.
- Always tighten the taps tightly to avoid smudges and rust on the bathtub.
- If there is hard water in the taps, then wipe the surface of the plumbing with a dry cloth to prevent the formation of plaque.
Acrylic whirlpool bath care
The tubes and nozzles of acrylic whirlpool tubs harbor pathogens. Therefore, to maintain hygiene and appearance, a number of measures are required.
- To remove limescale, take a full bath of warm water and add a glass of vinegar or a packet of citric acid. Let it sit for 10 hours and drain off the water. Wipe the surface with a damp and then dry cloth.
- Pour special disinfectants into the jacuzzi filled with water above the nozzles and turn on all operating modes. After half an hour, empty the bath and repeat this procedure several times.
- For an acrylic whirlpool bathtub, prophylaxis is most effective. After each bath, drain and draw fresh water. Run the hydromassage for 5 minutes and drain the water. Then there will be no pollution in the pipes of the whirlpool system.
Removing scratches on an acrylic bathtub
Not only dirt can form on the surface of the bathtub, but also scratches that can be easily removed.
- Polish small scratches up to 0.5 mm deep with a piece of felt without using any special detergents.
- Remove deep scratches with liquid acrylic. The repair kit includes a tube of liquid acrylic and a plastic spatula. Apply acrylic to the damaged area with a spatula, and after drying, polish with a piece of felt.
If you follow all the above recommendations for cleaning an acrylic bathtub, then it will last a long time and retain its original appearance. In the meantime, we suggest watching videos that tell you about the proper care of an acrylic bathroom.
