Stop Splashes From Slipping Through Your Bathtub Curtain With A Renter-Friendly Amazon Find

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Oftentimes, a shower curtain alone isn't enough to stop water from splashing onto the bathroom floor. Not only is it annoying (who wants to mop right after showering?), it's also dangerous (you might slip!). And while renters can't install a brand new tub door, they can use this clever Amazon find instead. 

This is the Spidfee shower splash guard kit ($15.29) — a small piece of acrylic that measures approximately 9 inches by 7 inches that you can attach to the corner of your tub. This guard can hold back the water that accumulates on the edge of the tub, on either side of a basic bathtub curtain. The base is made of silicone, and the kit comes with a bit of caulk to secure it in place. The best part is that the angle isn't set at 90 degrees; rather, it can be adjusted slightly to fit your space, even if the bathtub isn't perfectly perpendicular to the wall. Still, you need to use this with a compatible bathtub, where the edge is flat and straight. Any tub that's not touching a wall, that's too narrow, or that has rounded edges won't work.

The kit comes with two pieces, so you can apply one on each side of the tub. Or, if you're noticing splashes on one side only, keep the second one as a back up or add it to a guest bathroom. This guarantees you perfect peaceful showers, sans any puddles of water. This handy splash guard won't compromise your security deposit either — when you move out, just use a caulk scraper to remove it. 

Users of this splash guard say it works well and that it's durable, as long as it's installed properly. First things first — clean the area thoroughly using a cloth and rubbing alcohol. The goal is to remove any soap residue, dust, or mineral buildup to make sure that the silicone firmly adheres to the tub. Before applying the guard, make sure the surface is completely dry. If you recently took a shower, there might be too much moisture in the air for the guard to properly adhere, so be sure to aerate the area for an hour or two. 

Next, peel off the red protective tape on one edge, all the way to the corner. Place the piece into the corner between the wall and the tub, and press the vertical section firmly into the wall for a few seconds. Then, remove the remaining red tape over the horizontal section of the piece, and press down onto the tub's edge. 

The adhesive alone should be enough to hold the splash guard in place, but you do need to add caulking to it to make sure it's completely secure without any gaps. For this, add the caulk where the guard meets the wall, and use your finger to smooth it all the way down. Or, for an extra crisp caulking seal, use a gadget like the Outus Caulking Tool. Repeat this step on either side of the vertical and horizontal sections. Feel free to use any regular silicone caulk if you think you might need extra.