Gradually, the bath turns yellow and becomes covered with a hard-to-remove coating. Especially this problem worries the owners of cast-iron plumbing, practically do not settle on acrylic pollution. Do not rush to the store to buy a new bath or liner, try to bleach this one.
You will need
- - cleaning powder;
- - means with chlorine;
- - sprays with acids;
- - citric acid or vinegar.
Instruction manual
1
An old cast-iron bathtub with small cracks can be bleached with a cleaning powder and a metal sponge. Moisten the plumbing, sprinkle thickly with the product and actively rub it with a brush. If the first time the result is not what you would like, repeat the processing.
2
If limescale or rusty deposits are deposited on the bath, first remove it with a cleaning powder, then apply a product that contains chlorine. Leave on for 10-15 minutes and rinse thoroughly with warm water. When working with aggressive substances, try not to breathe fumes, so as not to poison and burn your airways.
3
You can bleach a new bath only with gentle means that do not damage the spraying. Look for creamy cleaning products in stores that contain very fine abrasive particles. Lubricate plumbing generously with a sponge and leave for 30 minutes. After a while, rinse the cream with water.
4
Look at modern sprays that not only remove limescale, but also bleach. They include various acids that can easily cope with even the most persistent contaminants. Do not forget to wear gloves so as not to damage the skin of the hands and nails.
5
You can remove dirt and bleach acrylic plumbing only by special means recommended by manufacturers. Look in the operating instructions, it should indicate which sprays are suitable. Many companies that sell similar products provide services for the restoration of acrylic. If you have a desire, call a specialist.
6
You can cheat a little. In the evening, draw a full bath of hot water, add 200 g of citric acid or 2 bottles of vinegar (the smell will be very sharp), close the door. In the morning, just drain the solution and clean the plumbing with a sponge and cream.
