How do you clean a bathtub using citric acid?

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How do you clean a bathtub using citric acid and hot water?  I saw it on this site, but cannot find it now.  I can't remember if there was more ...... soap, maybe?

Janet Pizaro · Answer

I think it is just baking soda in with the water and acid. Then follow up with a mild soap and water.

Suzie Henderson · Answer

I did a site search for 'citric acid' and found this: http://www.hometalk.com/diy/clean/bathroom/diy-toilet-cleaner-bombs-10267194

CK · Answer

Here's another link http://dailysuperfoodlove.com/3262/citric-acid-cleaning/

B. Enne · Answer

I mix equal mounts of vinegar and cheap bottled lemon juice ($ store), and then add a few squirts of dishwashing liquid, and a bit of water in the neck of a spray bottle. I have been using this for over 6 months and I will never buy bathroom or kitchen spray again. It is also good for repelling ants.

Sle2004002 · Answer

Thanks to all for the good tips! Will try each one and see what works the best for our hard water.

Roberta · Answer

The ONLY thing that has worked for me, to clean those 'plastic' shower stalls and tubs is DAP or is it DEP (?) Citrus Cleaner (from Home Depot). Steps: (1) Using a medium scrub brush, and full strength Citrus Cleaner, thoroughly scrub down scummy areas -- let sit for 15 mins. (2) Add more Citrus Cleaner, on top of the old, and repeat step #1, but rinse off, right after this second application & scrubbing. (3)Very important...now, using a household detergent/laundry detergent/similar soapy liquid, wash off the residue of the oily Citrus Cleaner, so no one falls in your freshly cleaned tub/shower. (4) If you are an A-type, you need to dry it with a bath towel, so that you can admire your new-looking tub/shower. This is a time-consuming job, but worth it. We don't do it often, but when we can't stand the look any longer, it's time to get out the Citrus Cleaner.

JOHNNY · Answer

CITRIC ACID WILL DESTROY YOUR PORCELIN FINISH ON THE TUB, UNLESS YOUR PREPING IT EPOXY COATING. TO CLEAN MICRO WAVE VINEGAR 2-3 MINUES, PLACE IN SPREY BOTTEL W/ DISH SOAP ( DAWN) SHAKE AND SPREY RATIO OF MIX 2-3 :1 VINEGAR; detergent . allow to set over night, water cleaning w/ sponge w/ scrubber. ,may take several times depending stains severity. also if you have etched the porcelain, the tub will always get , show being dirty since you have made the porcelain pour is

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