How to Clean Bathtub Stains (DIY)

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Introduction

No one likes stepping into a creepy, stained bathtub, even if it's just for a quick shower where only your feet touch the tub. As for taking a long, hot bath? Absolutely not. When I was in my 20s, I moved into an apartment that was, on a good day, a bit of a dump. I could deal with the shabby exterior and the curious noises in the walls, but the rust-stained bathtub only fit for a horror movie needed attention ASAP.

I scrubbed and scrubbed, and it got a little better, but I didn't know as much about cleaning as I do now. I ended up damaging the acrylic with my abrasive choices. I sure wish I had pro cleaners at my disposal to set me on the right path. To help you where I failed, Family Handyman talked to pro cleaner Dan Deonarain, owner of NYC-based Galaxy Maids, and Alicia Sokolowski, president and co-CEO of AspenClean eco-friendly cleaning products. These two know cleaning, and below, they give multiple cleaning options for any tub type.

Here's how to get your bathtub looking like you can't wait to jump in.

Tools Required

Materials Required

  • Baking soda
  • Dish soap
  • Hydrogen peroxide
  • Lemon juice
  • Rubber gloves
  • Salt
  • White vinegar

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