Rebecca, if the glass has been colored in the processing of the glass and not painted or coated after manufacture, CLR is safe to use on the glass only. If you avoid any contact with the lead or frame of the stained glass, CLR is safe to use as a diluted solution of equal parts CLR and warm water.
When you want to see clearly again, the best way to clean windows and other exterior glass around the house is with CLR® Calcium, Lime & Rust Remover.
CLR may etch older sinks, tubs, and tiles. Avoid contact with wood, clothing, wallpaper, carpeting, natural stones, brass, copper, aluminum, galvanized metals, any painted, coated or sealed surfaces. Clean spills immediately.
Rebecca, if the glass has been colored in the processing of the glass and not painted or coated after manufacture, CLR is safe to use on the glass only. If you avoid any contact with the lead or frame of the stained glass, CLR is safe to use as a diluted solution of equal parts CLR and warm water.
No. The two products have different ingredients and, as is true with any cleaner, should never be mixed with another cleaner.
Never use an abrasive cleaner or scouring pads while cleaning glass shower doors. Those products can scratch the surface. Use distilled white vinegar to clean shower glass before trying heavy-duty products with chemicals. Heat 1/2-cup undiluted vinegar in microwave for 30 seconds.
The best way to remove hard water stains from your shower doors is to do so using regular household items such as white vinegar and baking soda.
Before reaching for harsh cleaning chemicals, use white vinegar. This tried-and-tested household product is the best way to clean a shower screen and is highly effective at removing limescale. Always use distilled white vinegar as malt or cider vinegar won't clean as thoroughly and may stain surfaces.
For items like glass tabletops and windows that you can't soak in a bucket of vinegar, spray vinegar directly onto the glass surface and allow it to sit for five to 15 minutes. Wipe away the vinegar with a wet microfiber cloth and then use a dry microfiber cloth to dry the glass.
Use an acidic cleaner for best results.
Because hard water stains are alkaline, it's best to remove them with a powerful acid. Look for a cleaning product that contains either phosphoric, sulfuric, or hydrochloric acid, as these acids should be able to effectively break down the stains.
Many hotels use ammonia-based cleaning solutions because ammonia readily cuts through dirt and soap scum. Because of the way it dries, ammonia also decreases the possibility of streaks on glass.
Can vinegar damage shower glass? White vinegar is a natural cleaner that can break through soap and hard water deposits without damaging glass or sealant around your shower making it the perfect bathroom cleaner.
Don't mix CLR with other household cleaners or bleach.
Mixing acids with bleach creates toxic chlorine gas. Mixing with other household chemicals can also result in toxic fumes.