Cleaning And Maintaining Bathroom Curtains: 5 Tips

Do you often renew your bathroom curtains because stains form on them? Today we’re going to show you how to easily clean them to keep them looking new.

Molds and bacteria love certain places in the household because there they find ideal conditions for their reproduction. In this article we will introduce you to a few tricks to clean your bathroom curtains and thus prevent the multiplication of microorganisms.

The bathroom is perfect for various harmful microorganisms that need a warm, humid atmosphere in order to multiply. Bathroom curtains are one of the elements that we often forget in the usual cleaning work. However, they are often damp and dirty for a long time and should therefore be cared for accordingly.

Tips for cleaning bathroom curtains efficiently

You will already have most of the ingredients you need to clean your bathroom curtains at home. In addition, our tips are very simple and practical to use.

1. Alcohol

Alcohol is the ultimate disinfectant and everyone should have it at home. Wet a sponge or cloth with alcohol and use it to clean the bathroom curtain. Pay particular attention to the areas that are most heavily stained with mold. You don’t need to rinse off the alcohol because it will evaporate.

2. Vinegar

Thanks to its high content of acetic acid, vinegar is an excellent natural cleaner. While it doesn’t disinfect, it’s great for removing dirt and grease that builds up where the curtain comes in contact with soap, shampoo, and conditioner.

Place the curtains in a large container to soak them in water and 2 cups of apple cider vinegar for about 20 minutes. Then just rinse them with water and your curtains will be like new!

3. Toothpaste

Not only is toothpaste good for dental hygiene, it has other useful uses as well. Wet a sponge and put a generous amount of toothpaste on it, and use it to clean the stains on the bathroom curtains. Then wash the curtains with water. You will look like new afterwards.

4. Baking soda for your bathroom curtains

Soak the  curtains briefly in a container with water and baking soda or wash them directly in the washing machine and put some baking soda in the detergent compartment.

5. Solution with tea tree oil

To make this detergent, you will need 1 cup of water, ¼ cup of alcohol, 1 teaspoon of tea tree oil, and 1 container with a spray bottle. Pour everything into the bottle and spray on the curtain. Then rub with a sponge and rinse off.

Clean the bathroom curtains: step by step

If you’d rather hand wash your bathroom curtains, we recommend these simple step-by-step instructions:

1. First remove the rings.
2. Soak the curtains in a large container of water and liquid soap. You can use coarse salt instead of soap.
3. Let the bathroom curtains soak for at least 2 hours.
4. Remove stubborn mold stains with a brush. You can use some baking soda for this if necessary.
5. Then, rinse the bathroom curtains with water to remove any residue. If desired, you can add a little vinegar to the final rinse to remove odors.
6. Let the curtains dry in a well-ventilated place.

This is how you can easily clean your bathroom curtains in the washing machine:

• Make sure the curtains are machine washable. The temperature should not be more than 30 degrees Celsius.
• Add a little baking soda in addition to regular laundry detergent.
• Don’t forget to wash the curtains with a few towels to protect them. Use a program that doesn’t spin.

This is a great way to keep your bathroom curtains clean

After cleaning your bathroom curtains, we recommend a few steps to keep them clean for a long time:

• Rinse after every bath or shower: this will remove soap residue. You should also pull the curtain apart properly so that it dries faster and stays smooth.

• After you’ve finished showering, ventilate the bathroom: open all windows to encourage good air circulation.
• Wash the bathroom curtains regularly to make stains easier to remove.

Other possibilities

So far, we’ve looked at general ways to wash bathroom curtains. However, there are also some specific techniques:

• Removing mold : If the curtain is clean but has stains of mold that cannot be removed, rub it down with a halved lemon. Additionally, dilute 1 tablespoon of baking soda with 3 tablespoons of water and spray this mixture on the curtain. Then use a brush to remove the stains.

• Brightening curtains: Use a special product for shower curtains. If they’re white, you can add a little bleach too.

Cleaning bathroom curtains: final tips

To make sure your bathroom curtains don’t take too long to clean, make an effort to keep them clean. If you rinse them daily, you won’t have to clean them as often and they will also take less time. You  can then just wash them in the washing machine without any further treatments.

Make sure to test the products on an inconspicuous part of the curtain to make sure they are not harmed. You should also read the labels to avoid making mistakes while cleaning. We hope that these tips are helpful for you to avoid giving mold and bacteria a chance.