All mistresses dream of a snow-white, immaculately clean bath. But does everyone manage to cope with rust and limescale? Probably, only those lucky ones who have already found their ideal means for caring for the bathroom. To all the rest of our readers we offer a small overview of popular and effective compositions that will help maintain the bathroom, bathtub, sink in perfect condition.
Specialists recommend the use of liquid or gel bath cleaners. It is advisable to avoid harsh abrasive compounds and concentrated acids. The main requirements for such substances:
- security;
- good cleaning properties;
- maintaining the integrity of the coating.
In this article we will present you ten popular detergents and cleaners that have worked well in the Russian market.
Sanox: Clean Bath Cleaner
We begin our short review with a budget tool that is recommended for cleaning acrylic, chrome and enameled bathtubs. This product, part of the Green Technology series, contains glycerin, surface-active substances (PVA), flavors and complexing agents.
It has no acids, therefore it cleans the surface with care and can be used for all types of baths.
Advantages:
- low cost;
- easily removes complex dirt;
- gives shine to the coating and whitens it.
Disadvantages:
- consumed insufficiently economically;
- has a strong pungent odor;
- after applying the composition, it is necessary to maintain it on the surface for a long time before starting cleaning.
How do housewives rate this bath cleaner? Reviews about this composition are positive. Buyers argue that the tool copes with rust, gives the surface a shine. Price - 40 rubles (500 ml).
Pemolux Soda 5 Cleaning Powder
We have already said that it is better not to use abrasive cleaners for bathtubs and sinks. However, this composition is in constant demand among buyers. What is the reason for this? The fact is that in this powder, ground marble and baking soda are used as an abrasive, which, if they damage the enamel, are minimal. At the same time, the composition copes with pollution, soapy deposits and fresh rust. The powder does not have a pungent odor.
Pros:
- low cost;
- excellent cleaning characteristics;
- does not contain caustic chemicals.
Minuses:
- the manufacturer allows the possibility of micro-scratches on the enamel;
- stains remain;
- like all powders, “dusts” and can get into the eyes and respiratory organs;
- with severe impurities, limescale and old spots can not cope.
Despite these shortcomings, many housewives are quite happy with the result. They believe that with this powder you can achieve perfect whiteness of the surface. True, they note that it is necessary to exert physical effort - you will have to rub the heavily soiled bath. However, judging by numerous reviews, the housewives believe that this is the best tool for cleaning the bath in this price segment. Price - 40 rubles for 480 g of powder.
Stork Sanox-Gel Cleaning Fluid
This, if I may say so, is a fast-moving composition. This product should not be used to clean acrylic baths, as it contains oxalic acid. However, the gel is quite popular because it can remove rusty stains, calcareous growths, whiten and give an excellent look even to a very old bath.
Advantages:
- efficiency;
- low cost with a large volume;
- unsharp smell.
Disadvantages:
- acid content (can only be used with gloves);
- frequent use is not allowed.
Even with rather serious drawbacks, customers highly appreciate the properties of this bath cleaning product: it removes dirt without effort even at the time of application, the smell is not too sharp, economical. Affordable price - 70 rubles (750 ml).
Cif Ultra White
This is a popular acrylic bath cleaner. Many housewives often use the classic "Cif-Cream with Lemon", which has gained popularity among buyers. In contrast, the composition of this product includes a whitening component, which with each cleaning makes the bath whiter. In addition, the composition contains microgranules that significantly enhance the cleansing effect, but do not harm the surface. Without a doubt, this is the best bath cleaner, especially when it comes to frequent use.
Pros:
- excellent ratio of quality and price;
- the possibility of use for both enamel and acrylic;
- economical;
- copes with pollution well.
Minuses:
- cannot cope with water stone, mold, persistent pollution;
- It takes effort to clean.
What do customers think? Everyone who has already used Cif, notes that the cream copes with simple pollution, is affordable, bleaches (though not the first time). However, the housewives agree that to get rid of rust and limescale this means for cleaning the baths is not enough - you need to pay attention to stronger compositions. Price - 160 rubles (500 ml).
"Comet: 7 days of purity" - spray for baths
An excellent cleaner for the bathroom, bathtub, sink, free of chlorine. The manufacturer claims that the composition formula not only perfectly cleans all surfaces, but also does not allow dirt to settle on it for up to seven days. The composition is available in convenient packaging. It has high cleaning and disinfecting properties, is easily washed off without leaving streaks.
Phosphoric and formic acids eliminate rust, limescale and most known bacteria.
Pros:
- price corresponding to quality;
- efficiency.
Minuses:
- Strong smell;
- acids that make up (work with gloves).
How does this spray attract buyers? After applying this bath and bathroom cleaner, all surfaces simply shine. Unfortunately, the acids contained in the composition do not allow it to be used more often than once a week. We have to alternate it with softer substances. The average price is 180 rubles (500 ml).
Astonish Pasta
Not all effective bath cleaners have a natural base. This, by the way, is one of the advantages of this paste. The composition includes soap, soft abrasives and orange extract. Suitable for cleaning all surfaces in the bathroom. Manufacturer - UK.
Pros:
- safe for people and animals;
- multifunctional;
- economical.
Minuses:
- physical effort is required when cleaning;
- sold only in large specialized supermarkets.
Should I Use Astonish Paste? The consistency resembles pasta from the times of the Soviet Union, but with a more powerful effect - it easily copes with old pollution, limescale, rust, leaves no scratches. The price of packaging (500 g) is 260 rubles.
Amway Home Loc Tool
Safe cleaner for acrylic bathtubs. This is a universal concentrated gel, excellent disinfectant, coping with ordinary dirt. But he will not succeed in removing complex pollution. The composition does not contain acids and chlorine. A great option for families with small children and animals.
Pros:
- composition safety;
- pleasant neutral smell;
- multifunctionality;
- profitability;
- reasonable price when you consider that the product is concentrated.
Minus:
You can safely take a bath yourself and bathe your baby without any fear after cleaning with this compound. A pleasant unobtrusive smell is also popular with customers. Price - 358 rubles (500 ml).
Cilit Bang Cleaning Spray
According to many housewives, this is the best tool for cleaning the bath from rust and plaque. Many owners of enameled bathtubs enjoy it with pleasure. In addition to cleaning the bath itself, this tool can be used on almost all surfaces: tiles, porcelain stoneware, plastic. It greatly facilitates the cleaning process.
The composition includes oxalic acid, so it is not advisable to use it often (although the manufacturer does not indicate restrictions).
Pros:
- super efficient;
- You can purchase a replacement bottle without a sprayer (cheaper).
Minus:
Is Cillit Bang Really So Effective? This is perhaps the leader in the number of enthusiastic customer reviews: it saves time, easily eliminates the most difficult pollution, in a word - a real assistant to the hostess. Price - 380 rubles (750 ml).
Frosch GREEN GRAPES
The composition on a biodegradable detergent base with grape acid will surely appeal to lovers of natural cleaners and those who cannot tolerate even the slightest smell of chemistry in the house. Recommended product for hydromassage bathtubs, acrylic and enameled.
The composition is easy to spray, actively acts within the first minutes after application and has a wonderful aroma of grapes.
Advantages:
- natural basis;
- nice smell;
- cleaning ability is above average.
Disadvantages:
- fairly high price;
- no disinfectant properties;
- does not cope with severe pollution.
According to buyers, this tool copes well with fresh contaminants, but it will not be suitable for dealing with old ones. Due to its composition, the spray is a real find for asthmatics and allergy sufferers who do not tolerate alkali and acid odors. Price - 300 rubles (500 ml).
Means "Bugs Acrylan"
The product consists of surfactants and citric acid. Cleans and disinfects acrylic and hydromassage bathtubs, glass, ceramic plumbing and tiles. Instantly cope with any difficult pollution. It can be used for enamel baths.
Advantages:
- convenient spray gun with a lock that sprays liquid or foam;
- high efficiency;
- instant action.
Minuses:
- high price;
- smell too pungent.
Why do housewives buy this product? Of all the listed compounds, “Acrylan” copes best with rust, limescale, mold, and kills microbes. The composition is easy to apply, it acts very quickly: dirt, mold, lime disappear before our eyes. This is a great cleaner for whirlpool bathtubs. Price - 440 rubles (500 ml).
To summarize
It is probably not possible with today's assortment of cleaning and detergents to recommend any one composition. Each hostess chooses her own option, which suits her in terms of efficiency and cost. I just wanted to draw attention to the fact that when working with any chemical compositions, caution is necessary. Ventilate the bathroom and use gloves.