How to Clean Shower Screen — Remove Water Stains Easily

Malaysian water is notoriously high in minerals, which means limescale and water stains build up fast on shower screens. Here is how to keep yours sparkling clean.

Daily Maintenance (30 Seconds)

The best way to prevent stains is a quick wipe after each shower:

Keep a squeegee in the shower
After your last shower of the day, squeegee the glass from top to bottom
This removes 90% of water that would otherwise leave stains

Weekly Clean (5 Minutes)

Ingredients:

White vinegar
Water
Spray bottle
Microfiber cloth

Steps:

Mix equal parts white vinegar and water in a spray bottle
Spray the entire glass surface
Let it sit for 5 minutes
Wipe with a microfiber cloth in circular motions
Rinse with clean water
Squeegee dry

Deep Clean for Stubborn Stains

For stains that have been building up for weeks or months:

Method 1: Baking Soda Paste

Mix baking soda with a little water to form a paste
Apply to stained areas with a soft cloth
Let sit for 15 minutes
Scrub gently with a non-abrasive sponge
Rinse thoroughly

Method 2: Commercial Cleaner

Products like Mr. Muscle Glass Cleaner or Cif work well. Apply, wait, and wipe. Always rinse after.

What NOT to Do

Never use abrasive pads or steel wool — they scratch the glass
Avoid bleach — it can damage hardware and seals
Do not use razor blades to scrape stains
Never mix cleaning chemicals (especially vinegar with bleach)

Prevent Future Buildup

Squeegee daily — the single best prevention method
Ventilate — turn on the exhaust fan or open a window after showering
Apply glass coating — products like Rain-X create a hydrophobic layer
Fix hard water — consider a water softener or filter
Clean hardware — wipe metal parts to prevent mineral buildup

When to Call a Professional

If your shower screen has years of buildup, professional glass restoration may be needed. GlassHaus offers glass cleaning and restoration services. In severe cases, we can apply a nano-coating that makes the glass self-cleaning.

WhatsApp us if you need help with shower screen maintenance or cleaning.

How to Clean Shower Screen — Remove Water Stains Easily