Tools and Materials

Tools

Materials

Dish Soap
All-purpose cleaner
Bathroom
Tile
Stone Cleaner
Baking Soda
Vinegar (optional)
Bleach/ Hydrogen peroxide (optional)
Drain Cleaner (optional)

Cleaning Products for Specific Materials

Here's a quick rundown of cleaning products suitable for different materials.

Dish soap solution is 1 part dish soap with 4 parts water.
Baking soda paste is made by mixing equal parts baking soda and water.
A vinegar solution is equal parts water and white vinegar. If you need to clean an acrylic shower pan, vinegar is a great ingredient to cut through grime.
Abrasive cleaners refer to powdered cleaners and scouring pads.
Harsh chemicals are ammonia, hydrogen peroxide and bleach. These can be used to clean a fiberglass shower pan occasionally, but avoid on a regular basis.

Good to Know

Always review the manual of your shower pan before applying any products to it.

How to Clean a Shower Pan

Always start with clearing the drain. Remove any hair and dirt from the surface of the drain. If possible, use a drain snake/cleaner inside the drain to unclog the pipe. Check if water flows freely.

If you are cleaning the whole shower, you must start from the top and work your way down. This prevents the dirt from dripping down onto the clean shower pan floor. You can use the same products. Just wash, rinse and squeegee the walls and/or door.

How to Clean Shower Pan Stains

Yellow-brown film: This is the buildup of body oil, dirt and soap. You can easily remove it with baking soda, vinegar and dish soap. If you want to use less elbow grease, store bought cleaners will do most of the work for you.
Rust: For rust stains, use a commercial rust remover. Never use bleach on rust stains.
Mold in grout: For mold, a bleach solution or mold remover will be effective. Use an old toothbrush to scrub away mold from grout.
Limescale: A vinegar solution or a commercial limescale remover will dissolve these hard water deposits. Do not use vinegar on natural stone tile surfaces, as it will eat into the stone.

Caution

Do not mix commercial cleaners with bleach, peroxide or ammonia. The chemicals will combust, producing lethal fumes.

Shower Pan Cleaning Tips and FAQ

How often should I clean my shower pan?

Clean your shower pan once every 7-10 days. If you share the shower with other people, clean it more often.

How do I whiten my shower pan?

If you’re looking for a home remedy, use baking soda and lemon to brighten your shower pan. If you need something stronger, you can use hydrogen peroxide or bleach to whiten it.

Why do I need to clean my shower pan?

A combination of hard water, soap, body oil and dirt will build up on the surface like a nasty film. This film harbors bacteria and makes the shower floor slippery.

How can I keep the shower pan clean?

After showering, squeegee the shower walls and floor to remove excess water. This helps prevent hard water stains from forming. You can also install an exhaust fan to dehumidify the bathroom. Maintaining a dry shower will reduce your frequency of deep cleaning.

How to protect the shower pan?

Rinse your shower after each use to wash off soap and mineral deposit. You can also use a shower liner on the floor. If you use a shower mat, make sure you wash it at least once a week. Lastly, avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive scrubbers that can damage the surface.

That's everything you need to know about how to clean a shower pan. By following these simple steps, you can keep your shower pan clean and create a more hygienic and inviting bathroom.

How to Clean Shower Pan Floor