Top Tips for the Best Maintenance of Your Freestanding Bath

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If you are already the owner of a gorgeous freestanding bath, then you may have already derived hours and hours of pleasure from luxuriating in the hot bath, especially after a long and hard day. And even if you are still thinking about acquiring your own freestanding bath, you would know that your bath is an investment and you should take care to keep it as spotless and beautiful as possible. If you want your beautiful bathroom to be a complete retreat, your freestanding bath should be clean, of course, and the surrounding area should be fresh and clean as well. But the basic maintenance and cleaning of a freestanding bath aren't difficult, especially since most freestanding baths today are made with the best materials which can prevent mould and mildew from building up. Here, then, are some top tips for the best and easiest maintenance of your freestanding bath.

Top tips for maintaining and cleaning your freestanding bath 

• If your bath has recently been installed by a contractor, they will not always leave the area in the best condition. Expect to have some construction debris around and inside the bath, but for this, all you need is a mild soap or detergent. You can also use a cleaner which is non-abrasive or denatured alcohol. If there is some dried caulk or plaster on the surface of the bath, you can try removing it using a wooden stick, but don't ever use tools that could potentially damage your bath, such as wire brushes or putty knives.
• After you use your freestanding bath, wipe it down with a piece of cloth. This will help keep it'spotless and sparkling clean.
• If there is any dry dirt or dust on the bath, remove this with a soft cloth that has been dampened with water. You can then dry the tub with another piece of dry cloth.
• If you are planning to use bath oils in your bath, make sure to rinse it once you are finished. This will help you avoid the build-up of sediment or grime in the bath.
• Rather than waiting until your bath is dirty before cleaning it, it's better if you set a regular schedule for cleaning. Even if the bath doesn't look dirty, it's still best to clean it'so you can keep the tub looking as good as new for a longer time.
• When you use cleaning products for your freestanding bath, make sure to follow the instructions of the manufacturer, and read their precautions or warnings as well. If your freestanding bath is made of acrylic, make sure the product you use is safe for acrylic.
• Never use any harsh solvents or chemicals on your freestanding bath, and avoid abrasive cleaning products, too. Harsh solvents can damage the bath?s surface and sheen. Avoid other products such as kerosene, gasoline, pine oil, and wintergreen oil as well. Stay away from cleaners that are abrasive (you?ll know it's abrasive if it has a gritty feel).
• Avoid the use of any metal scrubbers or other sharp products or materials which can scratch the tub?s surface.
• If your freestanding bath acquires a scratch, stain, or smudge, you can try removing it with very fine sandpaper, rubbing the sandpaper on the surface using a gentle circular motion. Afterwards, you should wipe the surface dry using a soft cloth.