How To Pick The Best Shower Squeegee To Simplify Cleaning

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When it comes to cleaning glass showers, squeegees are a cheap but essential tool. These nifty gadgets easily and efficiently remove everything from water stains, mildew, and soap residue to other unsightly marks with minimal fuss or streaking. There are even handy ways to use a squeegee to clean up spills around the house. That being said, there are some mistakes you have to stop making when cleaning glass shower doors. One common pitfall is choosing the wrong tools for the job — and that includes picking the wrong shower squeegee. What makes a product best for easy cleaning is, however, somewhat subjective. There are three main factors to consider: the size of your shower, your intended use, and your budget.

First up, you need to select a squeegee that works for the size of the area you're cleaning. You don't want to make your job harder than it needs to be by using an undersized tool. If your shower stall is small, a compact squeegee with a blade under about 8 inches wide will work best — and vice versa for large showers. Squeegees with long, flexible blades are designed to wick away more moisture from a large surface area quickly. This Wonday Shower Squeegee, which costs just $12, boasts a long handle that's perfect for reaching the top of large showers with tall glass doors or windows high up the wall. Once you've assessed the size of your shower, it's time to consider the squeegee features that will meet your specific cleaning needs.

Functionality is another quality to consider when picking out the best shower squeegee. They're not all created equal. The blades of some squeegees are better suited to glass shower door cleaning, while floor squeegees for ceramic tile or concrete floors typically have long handles and heavy-duty blades. For glass, soft blades made of durable rubber or flexible silicone work best. Some squeegees feature grippy handles that are easier to hold. External or additional features matter, too. A lot of squeegees feature suction cups or wall mounts — or sometimes both — to store the tool neatly in your bathroom. Many are made of durable, rust-resistant (and stylish) materials like stainless steel.

Last but not least, the cost of a shower squeegee varies widely. Some tools are priced around the $10 mark, like the popular Hiware All-Purpose Shower Squeegee; others go for three or four times that cost, like the well-rated Fuller Brush Easy-Grip Handheld Squeegee for almost $50. This Mr. Siga Multipurpose Silicone Squeegee with a grippy, ergonomic handle costs just $12, but is this highly popular squeegee worth it? These tools wear out quite quickly and need to be replaced, so opting for a cheaper model with good reviews isn't a bad idea. The takeaway? Set a budget or price range before you hit the stores to avoid getting wooed by unnecessary features or good looks.