The bathtub – once a sanctuary of relaxation, now a potential breeding ground for mold and stains. But don't panic, we're not going to prescribe bleach and a protective mask. Instead, we're going to show you how to clean your bathtub in 5 minutes with natural ingredients – and in a way that will have your mother-in-law asking for the recipe.
Does your bathtub shine like the sun in mid-August? No? Then read on. There are a whole range of natural, health and eco-friendly solutions that will make your bathtub Insta story-worthy again. The best part? You probably already have all the ingredients at home – which means: don’t panic, without chemistry and without wasted wealth.
1. Baking soda for the bathtub, as clean as a tear
Baking soda isn't just for baking and erupting volcanoes in elementary school. It's a serious household weapon against grime. It acts as a gentle abrasive and removes even the most stubborn stains, including those yellow ones that have taken up residence there like a stubborn tenant without a lease.
Process:
- Mix baking soda with a little water to make a paste.
- Dip a sponge into the paste and wipe all surfaces of the tub with it.
- Leave it on for 10 minutes.
- Rinse with water and wipe dry.
- If the stains persist like your ex, repeat twice a week.
2. Vinegar – your new eco superpower
White vinegar is a household all-purpose cleaner. It disinfects, eliminates odors, cleans faucets, and – surprise – makes bathtubs shine.
Process:
- Mix white vinegar with a little water and pour it into a spray bottle.
- Spray all surfaces of the tub.
- Wait 10 minutes, then rub with a soft cloth.
- Rinse with lukewarm water and dry with a towel.
Bonus: you'll also disinfect the air in the bathroom - without aggressive aerosols.
3. Peroxide for hardcore stains
If your bathtub has survived the soap, shampoo, and hair apocalypse, you will hydrogen peroxide combined with baking soda helped resolve the situation.
Process:
- Mix equal parts peroxide and baking soda.
- Apply it to the bathtub walls with a sponge.
- Leave it on for 15 minutes.
- Scrub and rinse.
- The result? A tub as clean as a soul after confession.
4. Lemon and salt – sour-salty spa treatment
For all you citrus and minimalism lovers – this recipe will make your bathtub as shiny and fresh as lemonade on a hot summer day.
Process:
- Squeeze the juice of one lemon and mix it with a tablespoon of salt.
- Scrub the tub walls with a sponge.
- Wait 10 minutes.
- Rinse and dry.
The result? A bathtub that will smell like a Mediterranean vacation – without the plane ticket.
Don't let your bathtub be a place where you hide dirt under the suds. With a few natural tricks and basic ingredients from your kitchen, you can restore your bathroom's shine and freshness. And the best part? All without bleach, without toxins, and without a guilty conscience. A pure win!
