Transform Your Cleaning Routine with This Simple Salt and Soap Trick

EchoMoraine Updated: 2025-06-15

4.Restoring bathroom surfaces from tiles to tubs

Another place the salt and soap trick can be quite effective is the bathroom. Start with the tiles, on the floor and the walls. Salt's abrasive quality makes it great for grout line cleaning, where mildew and mould often gather. Scub down the lines using the paste on a toothbrush or grout brush. While the soap will breakdown any soap scum or residue, the salt will aid to remove the dirt.
The salt and soap combo works especially well for eliminating hard water stains and soap scum from bathtubs and shower enclosures. Apply the paste to a moist sponge, working in circular motions and especially in cracks and corners where filth often accumulates. To prevent surface scratches on fibreglass or acrylic tubs, use a gentler sponge.
Bathroom fixtures including handles, showerheads, and faucets can also be cleaned and polished using the salt and soap solution. The salt's mild abrasive effect helps to eliminate mineral deposits and water spots; the soap leaves a streak-free gloss. To avoid water spots on chrome or other metal fittings, rinse well and polish with a dry cloth.
Not overlooked should be the toilet bowl. Although you might not use the paste straight inside the bowl, it works well for cleaning the toilet's outside—including the seat and lid. Salt's antibacterial qualities can help to clean these surfaces; the soap guarantees a complete cleanliness.
To eliminate any salt residue, always thoroughly rinse surfaces with fresh water following washing. For glass shower doors, think about using a squeegee to avoid water marks. Regular use of this salt and soap method will help you find that your bathroom stays cleaner for longer, therefore lowering the frequency of deep cleaning visits.