There is no more beautiful moment of the day than the one in which we take refuge in the shower and experience that moment of relaxation that seems to shake off all tension.
However, it may happen that this moment is not so idyllic because we notice the dirt in the corners and immediately want to escape from there! Unfortunately, in fact, the accumulation of dirt could cause that black that is not at all pleasant to see or even touch.
In this sense, therefore, today we will see together how to remove black from the corners of the shower with grandma’s method without rubbing!
Vinegar
The first remedy is to use vinegar , whose cleaning and degreasing properties are a blessing to eliminate all the dirt deposited in the corners.
The procedure is very simple, since you will have to take the cotton pads that you usually use to remove makeup or the cotton balls and immerse them in a glass containing white vinegar .
At this point, place them in the corners, making sure they come into contact with the black, and let them sit for a few hours or even overnight.
Finally, remove the pad and rinse the corners with water. Goodbye dirty!
Note : If you have marble or natural stone shower tiles, we remind you not to use vinegar as it could corrode them.
Citric acid
As an alternative to vinegar, you can also use citric acid , a compound derived from citrus, as effective as vinegar and with a lower environmental impact.
Then dissolve 150 grams of citric acid in a liter of hot water and pour the mixture thus obtained into a vaporizer.
After that, spray it on the dirt and let it sit for about an hour or more . Afterwards, he removes everything using a toothbrush or cotton swab, again without rubbing.
And voilà: the black in the corners of the shower will be just a bad memory!
In addition, the degreasing power of citric acid can also be very useful for removing yellow stains from toilets.
Bicarbonate
After mentioning vinegar and citric acid, how can we not mention baking soda ? This ingredient, in fact, is our accomplice in ecological home cleaning thanks to its multiple properties.
To use it you will have to add water little by little to a bowl containing baking soda until creating a paste with a gel consistency.
Using a cotton pad or sponge, apply the baking soda paste to the corners of the shower and let it sit for at least an hour.
Finally, remove the softened dirt with a toothbrush without rubbing, rinse and dry well.
In addition to degreasing and cleaning surfaces, baking soda also has a whitening function, which is also very effective on clothes!
Marseille soap
Another very effective remedy seems to be Marseille soap, which performs a very delicate cleaning action capable of cleaning various surfaces without damaging them.
All you need to do is create a compound by mixing 1 tablespoon of liquid Marseille soap and 1 tablespoon of baking soda until you get a thick, slightly foamy compound.
Next, apply it to the dirt in the corners of the shower, let it sit for a few hours, and then use a toothbrush to remove the stains directly.
The corners of the shower will be cleaner than ever!
In case of mold
Blackness in the corners of the shower could also be due to mold and not just dirt. In this case, therefore, a stronger method must be used . Let’s see it together!
First of all, equip yourself with:
- 500 ml of water
- 1 and a half tablespoons of 3% hydrogen peroxide
- 1 and a half tablespoons of fine salt
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
- wadding to taste
Pour the salt and baking soda into the water and then add the hydrogen peroxide. Mix everything, then dip several cotton balls in the solution thus obtained and apply them directly to the corners of your shower affected by mold.
Let it sit for about 1 hour or more, then remove all the cotton, scrub and rinse your shower thoroughly – it will be cleaner than ever!
NB We remind you to always wear gloves because hydrogen peroxide could irritate your skin.
Warnings
In the case of particularly stubborn stains, it would be advisable to seek the advice of an expert. Remember that this type of dirt should never be rubbed, only blotted.