How to clean a shower cabin: how to remove limescale, rust and mold

Cleanliness of the Shower Cabin: Why It Matters

The cleanliness of a shower cabin is an important aspect of hygiene and health. Besides, a dirty cabin simply looks unattractive. Over time, soap scum, limescale deposits, rust stains, and even mold or mildew inevitably appear on the walls, tray, and doors. These contaminants spoil the appearance and can damage materials while also creating unpleasant odors. To keep your bathroom fixtures in perfect condition, it is important to use the right cleaning agents and follow proper cleaning techniques. Let’s find out how to clean a shower cabin from limescale and other types of dirt.

Why Do Shower Cabins Get Dirty Quickly?

Regular shower use means constant contact of the surfaces with water containing mineral salts, as well as soap, shampoos, and other cleaning products. All of this settles on the walls and floor, forming deposits. High humidity and poor ventilation create ideal conditions for mold and mildew growth. Metal parts, especially when their protective coating is damaged, may also begin to rust. That is why preventive care and proper cleaning of your shower cabin at home are so important.

Removing Soap Scum and Limescale

The most common type of dirt in the shower is soap scum and limescale, formed due to hard water. They make surfaces look cloudy and rough, and also provide a breeding ground for microbes. If you wonder how to remove limescale and soap deposits from a shower cabin, popular home remedies include:

• Vinegar 9% (table vinegar). Dilute with water 1:1 and spray onto contaminated surfaces. Leave for 15–20 minutes, then rinse and wipe with microfiber. Vinegar effectively dissolves mineral deposits.

• Citric acid. Dissolve 1–2 tbsp of citric acid in 0.5 L of warm water. Spray on the deposits, leave for 15 minutes, then wipe with a sponge.

Don’t forget to rinse thoroughly and wipe surfaces dry to prolong cleanliness and prevent streaks.

Removing Rust from Metal and Plastic Parts

Rust can appear on fittings, frames, handles, and sometimes on the drain. Especially vulnerable are places where the chrome coating is damaged or sealing is missing. To clean rust in a shower cabin:

• Baking soda and vinegar. Apply a paste of baking soda and water to the area, then add a little vinegar. The reaction helps break down rust. After 10–15 minutes, scrub with a stiff brush.

• Lemon juice + salt. Apply lemon juice, sprinkle salt, leave for 30 minutes, then scrub.

After cleaning, neutralize the acid with water and wipe the surface dry to prevent further corrosion.

Fighting Mold and Mildew

Mold often appears on sealant, in seams, and in corners, especially in poorly ventilated showers. This is not only unsightly but also dangerous: mold spores can cause allergies, headaches, and respiratory issues. A popular home remedy is hydrogen peroxide (3%), suitable for prevention and mild cases. Apply after cleaning to stop microbial growth.

Why Folk Remedies Are Not the Best Choice

Although affordable and simple, home remedies have significant drawbacks:

• Limited effectiveness: they don’t cope with old deposits, rust, or organic buildup.

• Risky reactions: mixing baking soda and vinegar can damage metal, seals, and joints.

• Damage to materials: frequent use of acids or peroxide may dull glass, fade plastics, or corrode sealant.

• Lack of disinfecting effect: weak against bacteria, viruses, and mold.

As practice shows, home recipes rarely provide lasting results and may even worsen dirt adhesion.

Why Choose Professional Cleaning Products from MDM Group

For effective and safe cleaning of shower cabins, it is better to use professional household chemistry developed for bathrooms. MDM Group products combine high efficiency, surface safety, and disinfecting action. Here are the best options:

• Chistolayn Antiscale. Ideal for removing limescale, scale, and rust. Contains citric and orthophosphoric acids plus a complexing agent. Safe for glass, ceramics, stainless steel, plastic, porcelain, and tiles. Dissolves even stubborn deposits without leaving marks.

• Chistolayn Bathroom. A universal product with disinfecting and fungicidal properties. Removes mold, mildew, soap scum, urine scale, organic dirt, and odors. Suitable for ceramics, porcelain, glass, chrome, and polymers. Especially useful for seams, sealants, and hard-to-reach spots.

• Chistolayn WC. A powerful product for removing rust, urine scale, and organic dirt. Works even on stubborn stains, effective on ceramics, glass, porcelain, stainless steel, and plastics. Good for drains, metal fittings, and seams.

Always wear gloves when working with cleaning products, and ventilate the room thoroughly afterward.

Prevention: How to Keep Your Shower Cabin Clean

Even the best cleaning will not last without regular maintenance:

• Wipe glass and tray dry after each use.

• Ventilate the bathroom, especially after showers.

• Use bathroom cleaners weekly to prevent buildup.

• Monitor sealant condition and renew if mold or cracks appear.

• Apply water-repellent coatings (anti-rain, anti-drop) to glass to reduce streaks and deposits.

Even simple drying and airing work wonders in preventing dirt.

Cleaning the shower cabin is essential for hygiene and the longevity of bathroom fixtures. Timely removal of deposits, rust, and mold preserves the original appearance and prevents costly repairs. Use effective and safe products, clean step by step, and don’t forget prevention — this way, your shower will shine with cleanliness, bringing comfort, aesthetics, and better well-being.