Say Goodbye To Dirty Shower Door Tracks With An Item Hiding In Your Medicine Cabinet

Even if you already know how to deep clean your bathroom and keep it clean, there is one spot you may be neglecting: The shower door tracks. Shower door tracks are a sneaky spot where soap scum, mineral buildup, mold, and more can accumulate. The location is exposed to the moisture and soap in your shower, but it is also tough to access, which means that it traps a lot of gross materials over time. If you have skipped cleaning your shower door tracks a few too many times, then it can be difficult to remove all of the grime and get an effective clean. If you want a way to disinfect and break down the scum with little effort, then hydrogen peroxide may be the solution for you.

You can purchase a 32-ounce bottle of 3% hydrogen peroxide for about $1 at most general stores. However, since it's a common household item used to clean wounds, you may already have a bottle at home. A 3% concentration is the best and safest strength for cleaning. The reason hydrogen peroxide works so well for cleaning is because of its disinfecting properties. It can kill bacteria, fungi, viruses, and spores, as well as break down tough stains. So, if your shower track is hiding mold, then this natural cleaner is perfect for removing it. These properties also mean that it is a versatile cleaning tool. Aside from using it for your shower tracks, there are still many ways to use hydrogen peroxide in your bathroom.

Hydrogen peroxide can be corrosive at high concentrations on brass, copper, and zinc, so check your track material before using this hack to prevent damage. The 3% concentration should be safe, though. To use hydrogen peroxide to clean your shower tracks, all you need to do is cover the shower tracks in the solution, then leave it for about 10 to 30 minutes. After pouring the chemical, it will bubble for some time. Then, you can gently scrub any mold and scum away. scrub using a firm brush, scrape off any debris as needed, and rinse the tracks. You can repeat the process if there are still stains to clean.

You can add some liquid dish soap with the hydrogen peroxide to deal with tougher grime. Putting the hydrogen peroxide into a spray bottle can also make application easier, but make sure you don't have any leftovers in the bottle, as you should always store this chemical in its original container for safety. Compared to other common bathroom cleaners used to remove mold and other buildup, like bleach, hydrogen peroxide is safer to use, but there are still some important precautions to take.

When using hydrogen peroxide, make sure to turn on your bathroom's fan and open any doors or windows for adequate ventilation, and wear gloves throughout the application, cleaning, and rinsing process to protect your skin. It can also be dangerous to combine hydrogen peroxide with other chemicals, such as vinegar, so you will need to be careful if you want to use them with other natural ingredients for cleaning your bathroom.