11-07-2025
Welsh households urged to take washing up liquid into the shower
Welsh households urged to take washing up liquid into the shower
You don't need to splash out on expensive cleaning products to get your shower in top condition - simply reach for something you already own
Your shower will look sparkling clean if you use one household essential to clean it
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It's a domestic chore that often gets postponed for weeks, or even months – until the moment you step into the shower and it dawns on you: this really needs a thorough clean.
While the aisles of supermarkets and homeware shops are brimming with costly cleaning products promising to make your bathroom gleam, from shower shine sprays to grout-busting solutions, they all fall short against one simple hero – washing up liquid. Cleaning gurus swear by a modest bottle of Fairy liquid (though other brands are at hand) for bringing back the lustre to your tired shower screen in mere minutes, reports the Express.
Rather than forking out for an expensive or harsh chemical cleaner, just grab a bottle of washing up liquid, the experts at Flair Showers advised, explaining: "It's tried and tested and impossible to beat. Washing up liquid is the go-to option for making your shower door sparkle.
"Mix one tablespoon of washing-up liquid (a little goes a long way) with approx. 10 litres of water.
"You want a relatively thin, non-viscous mix. The solution will clean your shower door exceptionally well and it'll even reduce the amount of arm power required too."
A bottle of washing up liquid is all you need
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For those aiming for a streak-free finish on their shower doors, pairing the washing up liquid mix with a squeegee is the trick to success.
They added: "Great for avoiding streaks, they clean large areas quickly, making it easy to use daily, and let's be honest, they're super satisfying to use too.
"While a squeegee might look a bit out of place in the bathroom, it can be used on mirrors, glass and around the rest of the house too. An essential tool for any home.
"So, there you have it, the best eco-friendly solutions for cleaning your shower."
Cleaning your shower screen will be easy if you use washing up liquid
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Alternatively, you can also rub a lemon across the shower door to help give it a zesty yet clean finish.
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Flair added: "Cleaning with a simple lemon is a great way to get rid of soap scum and hard water stains. The acid in the lemon will break down the build-up of any residue.
Simply cut a lemon in half and rub it in circular motions onto the glass. Once you have finished rinse the glass with water and wipe it down with a squeegee or microfiber cloth. Not only is it economical, but it's also environmentally friendly."
