How to Clean Your Shower Curtain & Mat: Easy Bathroom Cleaning Ideas That Save Time (Clean My Space)

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Showers are damp and warm and what a perfect environment for mold and mildew to cultivate. Mold and mildew come in a variety of colours, but the most common ones you'll see in the bathroom are pinky/orange and greyish/brown. Mold and mildew are not indicative of a 'dirty' shower per se, but they don't help in creating a clean looking shower. And, your shower will become dirtier as the mold and mildew builds up (because you are not cleaning it away), but the initial onset of the stuff doesn't mean you are showering in some sort of pig sty.
Read the blog for the entire post! I explain everything in great detail and you can discover my simple trick for cleaning these two grimy shower items.
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Thanks for your great questions and continued support!

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@marisua3018 5 жыл бұрын

I never knew i plastic shower curtains could go in the washer!...i have been spending so much money replacing them. Thank you. What a game changer!! 💗

@DarkAshes27 4 жыл бұрын

i heard its best if your washing machine isnt a top-loader with an agitator in the middle. just my luck 😑

@Wandissima-USA 4 жыл бұрын

me too!

@japerelectronics2568 3 жыл бұрын

It can't and it can cause a washer to explode if a pocket of water shifts during the spin cycle. Signed a former engineer in the appliance industry. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i56Zg62fx92ymqs.html

@juliewhite820 7 жыл бұрын

Great video, as usual. For anyone battling the mold & mildew on a white fabric shower curtain I finally cracked the code on getting rid of it. Bleach in the wash only fades it a bit, but leaves the stains. I recently figured I had nothing to lose by spraying it with Lysol Mold & Mildew Blaster in the purple bottle. The stains nearly disappeared after letting it sit for about 20 minutes. I ran it through the washing machine with bleach & detergent added & it came out look brand new for the first time since, well, it WAS brand new!

@Macrodude1 5 жыл бұрын

Never thought I would enjoy a video on how to clean shower curtains.

@paigehodgins9304 4 жыл бұрын

Same😂

@Madine7 4 жыл бұрын

😅😂🤣👍

@cleanmyspace 10 жыл бұрын

I think that when YOU decide to become a cleaner person, it's way easier than when someone tries to make you a cleaner person. It's not weird at all, it's great!

@cleanmyspace 10 жыл бұрын

We are glad to have you along, Rosy!

@cleanmyspace 10 жыл бұрын

Cold water is fine, and sure, you can use the gentle cycle!

@scales_of_justice 10 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if you already have a video for this but I'd be interested in a video about how to clean and sanitize your cleaning supplies (microfiber cloths, sponges, floor steamer pads, brushes, etc). Another idea would be how to clean curtains and rugs safely. Loving the videos and I'm excited to see more! Thanks!

@corihillman7147 5 жыл бұрын

& toliet brushes

@Nyx773 5 жыл бұрын

Soak with Lysol Concentrate Disinfectant - the original formula in the Dark Brown bottle. Or similar type product

@Kent41A 5 жыл бұрын

Microfiber cloths can be cleaned in the washer (but not with cotton items). Cellulose sponges that you may have in the kitchen can go in the dishwasher or clothes washer. The plastic "foam" sponges should soak in hot water, add a little bleach if you like. Hydrogen peroxide helps sanitize in the washer, especially for whites. Floor steamer pads can be washed in the washer but should be air dried. Odo Ban is great for sanitizing and deodorizing and is reasonably priced at stores like Home Depot (pre-mixed or concentrate).

@gloriousdiana 7 жыл бұрын

I've just followed your advice about removing mold from my bathmat and it worked brilliantly - thanks. I shall be sharing this all over the place!

@MsMyinspiration 10 жыл бұрын

Hi Melissa!! Thanks so much for sharing your wisdom on cleaning....your videos have been so helpful. I was once an unmotivated cleaner and still am somewhat but recently (last week...lol) started watching your videos and they give me motivation because you make it look so easy. I'm finding it easier to get motivated to clean and have been feeling more of a sense of accomplishment and not to mention I have more peace at home and for that I'm grateful!!! Keep up the great work and blessings to you!!!

@cleanmyspace 10 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear!

@syladams99 10 жыл бұрын

Also, After showering leave the curtain partly "open" so the tub/ shower can air out and dry faster - dampness isn't trapped longer and getting moldy.

@j.morrison73 4 жыл бұрын

We do the same, we open both sides. However, that still creates a problem because when liners/curtains are folded (bunched together) that itself creates air from circulating around those items. So either open a window or exhaust fan for 40 min then close it all up. Combine that with a weekly / bi weekly ashing and things should look and smell better.

@ryankarper3205 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Melissa, for yet another awesome tip! I was using the washing machine, but not with the towels. I love your videos and they have helped me renew my love of cleaning. You are truly an inspiration...Thanks!

@Calebifly 9 жыл бұрын

Omg I've been throwing away my mats and curtains because I had no idea how to clean them. Thanks so much!

@cherylhickmon8573 3 жыл бұрын

Me too!! I usually wash my shower curtains but not with the baking soda. And I had almost given up on the shower mat, but this tip is great!!

@cleanmyspace 10 жыл бұрын

Yes, I do it all the time :)

@WeirdDarknessOfficial 7 жыл бұрын

My bride has her own home cleaning business and just had a client ask her to wash a shower curtain - it's not something that has ever come up before, they are cheap so we normally just throw them out and buy new ones. Thanks for the video - she's going to try this today with her client!

@felicaesar 6 жыл бұрын

Marlar House i throw them out as well. Way cheaper to just buy a new one than use cleaning products along with washer and dryer.

@malvavisco10 5 жыл бұрын

had ever

@human1513 2 жыл бұрын

I clean mine since I buy the thicker not so cheap ones. Thicker ones do not tear or rip also.

@violettippet5246 Жыл бұрын

@@felicaesar I wonder what is more wasteful, buying a new one, or cleaning it. I clean mine, and I probably get twice as much use from them.

@EdgyVeg 11 жыл бұрын

Hey Melissa! How often would you suggest we do this? I like pink..but not in my bathtub!

@aaliyah1191 3 жыл бұрын

wow seven years ago hi

@larindabattle8659 3 жыл бұрын

@@aaliyah1191 same here

@yopatricio1391 3 жыл бұрын

We are many brothers in microfibered love.

@erichbennett7539 3 жыл бұрын

yeah i know and she didnt say warm or cold water?

@juelzc9519 8 жыл бұрын

My shower curtains and tub mat came out perfectly clean...Thanks for making this video 😊

@michellefilby 8 жыл бұрын

So happy with this video! Washing my shower curtain and bath mats right now! :)

@Irondo11 11 жыл бұрын

OMG! I've been doing this for 18 years! I bought a pricey textured clear shower curtain that as soon as it lost its sparkly transparancy, it went into the washing machine; I didn't want to throw it away and hand scrubbing got old fast. The only difference is that now I will add the baking soda, tea tree oil and an extra 2 towels! Thank you!!! Subscribed! (The 70's "funky" word is pronounced "fawn key" when it means super-yucky. :-) )

@crackadoodledoo 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this vid! You're awesome! I have a request, how do you clean your blinds and how often?

@KiaPigfordNoel 9 жыл бұрын

I will try tomorrow, and love your helpful hints. Thanks!

@rosymartinez3795 11 жыл бұрын

Omg ... I just came across your Chanel and I love it !!!! They are very helpful !! Thank you !!!!

@erincostante8694 7 жыл бұрын

I tried this method, used hot water and put the baking soda in the machine (not dispenser) and it worked really well. Didn't get it completely clean but sprayed Tilex Mold & Mildew on the spots there were still visible for 10 min before rinsing and it looks brand new! So worth it to try this. Thanks Melissa! Great video.

@hyejin3385 8 жыл бұрын

Are you using towels which you also use in your body? Isn't it kinda gross? I might use old towels for this trick.

@marycastillo202 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Melissa for saving the day again :)

@breonamb33 9 жыл бұрын

I searched for this vid after watching your recent video about tips for stinky laundry and am glad I did! The last time I washed my shower curtain it didn't get clean enough & adding baking soda to the load (and towels) should surely fix that. Thanks!

@hammadoolass 10 жыл бұрын

OMG. You are wonderful. I live on a Greek island and I rent out studios - I absolutely HATE having to scrub shower curtains and mats on a regular basis. You have really really made my day with this one. Can't wait to watch the rest of your videos. Thanks again!!!!

@kaisanylund1057 10 жыл бұрын

Your videos are the best, they make me wanna clean everyting💗✔️

@lukecallahan5605 8 жыл бұрын

Since I don't have a shower mat, I used this method for my shower curtain today! It helped a lot. Thank You for the Video Clean My Space.

@jerryutah4 8 жыл бұрын

great advice! thanks.

@sunshine9016 6 жыл бұрын

Never thought of Tea Tree Oil. Sounds good. Thanks!

@LateBoomer1964 11 жыл бұрын

I've done this with an upright washer and as long as your curtain is not too cheap and you use the gentle cycle it works well. Never used the baking soda, I'll have to try that next time. I use about 6 kitchen towels, they distribute better in an upright washer, keeping it from becoming off balance. Thanks for the videos.

@manningj09 11 жыл бұрын

thank you! your videos are always great. I would love to see one on the best way to thoroughly clean/deodorize the fridge/freezer.

@amandalitchhult3655 10 жыл бұрын

Did this 2 days ago, simply amazing! Never have to buy another lining again! Thanks girl!

@vince7735 2 жыл бұрын

If you have to pay for your wash, might as well buy new.

@maryalice0790 11 жыл бұрын

I just tried this today. It worked wonders!

@fayehiebert3979 2 жыл бұрын

You are a lifesaver. I just moved out and I have no idea what to do. I hate cleaning and I’ve also never cleaned seriously before or been in charge of it. Thank you!!!

@emilywild1992 4 жыл бұрын

2020 🙏🏻 knew cleanMyspace would have me covered !

@juliamelanson173 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I would never think to put those things in the washing machine but I trust you... How about getting hair out of the drain when it's out of reach/disgusting....?

@pamolina79 6 жыл бұрын

Please mention the water temperature. Cold or lukewarm

@j.morrison73 4 жыл бұрын

warm

@paolandreagonzalezesguerra 11 жыл бұрын

Hello Melissa... Great videos as usual. I wanna ask you: How you clean glass shower doors? Thank you from Barcelona!

@owlbecrafty 11 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thanks for this great video....I had no idea I could wash a plastic shower curtain inside my washer...I've usually scrub it in the tub and rinse it while it's hanging...or simply buy a new one.....TFS!! ~Silvia

@unicbeauty8336 3 жыл бұрын

Wow honestly life saving hack!!! Thank you soo much Clean My Space!!

@uncleversarah 11 жыл бұрын

I needed this! Thanks!

@CocoaLPS 11 жыл бұрын

I have the same curtain with the emoticons, Melissa! Anyway, great video, and it was very helpful!!

@heidiurschel5519 9 жыл бұрын

what if there's still the pink/orange lining on the bottom AFTER cleaning it?

@Court_court 11 жыл бұрын

Omg I have the same shower curtain as you! It is so adorable haha and this will def help!

@FLSiegl 10 жыл бұрын

Your totally awesome!!!!!! Followed your tip on shower curtain some time ago and it worked out fantastic!!! Then I started figure out how to clean my plastic table cloth!!!! Then I thought about you Melissa and your wonderful tip on how to clean your shower curtain and I followed your tip in washing and wow my plastic table cloth is NICE AND CLEAN!!!! Thanks again for all your wonderful tips.

@theitalian7195 7 жыл бұрын

Best video ever it was just as easy as you said it was. Thanks Pretty Lady! I am also a new and thankful subscriber.

@liannatorres9798 7 жыл бұрын

great information! thanks!!

@vanesaloveshogwarts9871 10 жыл бұрын

I like your shower curtain!! So what if you have a regular Matt like not a shower mat but a after shower Matt that's like carpet?! Thanks

@evelynsweeney7381 8 жыл бұрын

I did an entire small box of baking soda (cup and a half), gentle cycle, and 3 towels and it worked like a charm. My formerly pink and orange shower curtain now looks like new. If I hadn't found this advice, I was going to throw it away.

@lillyandrews6245 11 жыл бұрын

Love this idea!!

@jesselovesYT 10 жыл бұрын

LOVE IT, I had a DUH moment!

@Purp1eHaze81 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I was just going to request this video. You are a lifesaver :-)

@majoportacio4857 10 жыл бұрын

really helpful! thankas!!

@karenhicks9302 7 жыл бұрын

thank you so much. i am disabled and i have a hard time getting around and i need all the ideas i can get thanks

@40racquel 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, so I just wanted to tell you that my shower curtain, even with all the crap on them, came out 98% clean and white, so THANK YOU VERY MUCH♥ The last time I washed it even with the spray and following the directions, still didn't come out as good as your method did. I even washed it 3 more times and nothing compared to yours. Anyways, thank you very much and please stray healthy and safe :)

@Convicts100 10 жыл бұрын

I love the emoticon shower curtain!!! :-))

@CLou-zy3ut 8 жыл бұрын

How often should I wash my shower mate? And the towels ?

@1337ofDiscreet1 4 жыл бұрын

Preventative measures: -Shower with your window open / turn on the exhaust fan -Shower with luke warm water / no steam showers -Use water only when you need it / prep wash and rinsing -after every shower, squeegee, (you can get a basic squeegee from Dollar Tree), the water from the shower walls and wipe residual off with a "rag towel" -smile

@loreleyzambrano7856 4 жыл бұрын

Great tips, thank you!

@tobyiscute2 4 жыл бұрын

Great tips. I also bought a mini dehumidifier for the bathroom :)

@human1513 2 жыл бұрын

I know people who have a 2nd bath towel (small size) that is only for drying the walls and curtain. They use it after every shower after they have dried themself off while still in the shower. Then lastly they dry the walls, curtain, faucets (keep them shiney and bacteria clean), ...then they exit the shower drying one foot at a time as they step out.

@annettecasals 2 жыл бұрын

Then, I’ll be sweaty again and in wed of another shower

@DrMungli 11 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your efforts make these videos and help out people in need of help on these issues. Thanks for making such a useful channel. I subscribed to your channel and will look for more useful videos from you!!,

@dpky7333 11 жыл бұрын

For mattress stains (presumably urine) I've had luck pouring vinegar on directly to neutralize the urine and then pouring on ammonia followed by cleaning the entire mattress with ammonia water in an upholstery machine. I match the volume of the original cause of the stain when pouring on the vinegar then ammonia which seams to help get the vinegar smell out presumably because the ammonia evaporates quicker. It is important to get the entire mattress wet as otherwise it creates a water ring.

@RotatorRodShowerRod 9 жыл бұрын

Great Video , thanks for posting !

@lorette2443 7 жыл бұрын

Can you suggest us a way to wash away mold from frabic shower curtains

@laicruz3434 10 жыл бұрын

This is great! Any alternate for the tea tree oil?

@human1513 2 жыл бұрын

Thanx. I clean mine since I buy the thicker not so cheap vinyl curtains. Thicker ones do not tear or rip also. They last for year with daily use. I also dry the walls, curtain and faucet fixtures (clean, removes bacteria and leaves them shiney new looking) off with my towel after I am dry or I use a 2nd dedicated small towel to dry the shower off before I exit the shower.. This prolongs the clean curtain and actually cleaning the shower walls is not so frequent of an occurance due to the quick wipe down and everything looks like new after +10 years.

@pilarjaen531 9 жыл бұрын

I loveeeeeeeeee This one!

@hoyvay 3 жыл бұрын

With COVID, we haven’t hired a cleaning service in... too long. Our bathrooms are icky to the point that my mom would spot clean when she can’t stand a part anymore. Our shower mat has been pretty gross to the point where there was green vegetation in those bubbles 🤢 THANK YOU Ms. Maker for showing me how to clean in a simple and effective way! Our shower mat looks brand new and I didn’t even have to scrub it 🤩

@lauralou1115 11 жыл бұрын

Just tried this! Worked wonders!!! :)

@MyLeo1967 11 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel and I love it!!! New subbie here :)

@eleventhoughts 8 жыл бұрын

I needed this!

@SHANDAA 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome video I have been doing it the hard way this whole time! I have one question how do I clean under the bath mat? Every time I pick up my mat there are stains under it even though I clean it often! Have any suggestions?! Thanks girl!

@61Spangler 11 жыл бұрын

Great video, Melissa, thanks! Have a request for you: for showers with sliding glass doors (3 separate doors), how to keep the door tracks clean. Thanks so much!

@vince7735 2 жыл бұрын

Get rid of those sliding doors. Pain to keep clean. Replace with a shower curtain.

@BatterflyHigh 9 жыл бұрын

I was almost ready to give up and throw out my shower curtain, too... I just happened upon this video after watching your post on hardwood floors. o: Thanks!!

@SmartHerSparty 9 жыл бұрын

Hot, Warm, or Cold water on the wash cycle? Or does it matter? I always think hot cleans better but I could be wrong.

@malvavisco10 5 жыл бұрын

It seems like you shouldn't clean a plastic sheet with hot water though, it could shrink/warp.

@lauralou1115 11 жыл бұрын

Yay!!! Can't wait to try this! What is tree oil for?

@Ch3wie1 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@alephtav4254 5 жыл бұрын

Good you had separate towels to protect your plastic curtains😊😊.. Great idea

@iReaSc 4 жыл бұрын

I wanted to comment on here after trying this!!! I live in a student house - you can imagine how gross they get and ours was like proper mouldy halfway up the curtain... I did this and IT HAS COME OUT CRISP WHITE!!! I’m very impressed I didn’t think it would work tbh because there was so much mould and pink 😝

@yopatricio1391 3 жыл бұрын

I love you. You saved my house every time.

@gordonarnold7465 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 Always a life saver 👏😀😘

@christythomas7867 7 жыл бұрын

Melissa does baking soda scratch acrylic show wallls

@argentodelarosa 10 жыл бұрын

Hi Melissa. Does this cleaning trick work on really old mold stains on my shower curtain? I've washed it previously but the pink-brown mold stains at the bottom is still there.

@lesliewilson8803 7 жыл бұрын

Hi can you also make a video of how to wash bathroom rugs using washer? including temp to be use etc? thanks!. love watching your videos. :)

@mariceliburgos3263 7 жыл бұрын

Leslie Wilson Hey! What I do, is that I substitute the towels for the bathroom rugs. It really, really works for me! So you are cleaning 2 for 1. Isn't nice?!

@aidenquinn3581 2 жыл бұрын

Could you substitute the towels for the fabric shower curtain as well? Possibly use 1 or 2 towels instead of 3?

@Alexwalker210 10 жыл бұрын

Where do you get attitude detergent from? I would like to try it

@ilagita146 3 жыл бұрын

Any try this method in a top load washer? One that has an agitator?

@nagwarabie4059 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you it is good idea but I want to ask about the temperature of the washer ?thanks

@HijaabDoll 11 жыл бұрын

Hi Melissa thx for the videos any suggestions of getting rid of stains on bed mattresses n pillows pls

@talulah2103 10 жыл бұрын

fabric one in the washing machine, but the plastic one i just spray with bleach

@bariatekara3499 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks this video really helped

@nostereotype8243 6 жыл бұрын

Could I also include my bath rug (not mat) inside the washer too along with the shower curtain, etc? Can I wash my bath rugs with my towels?

@brandyearly4248 11 ай бұрын

Heeey Kimberly!!! I'm a first time subscriber, and I want to say.....LIFE SAVER!!!!! Soo much Luv 2 U!!!!! Thank You GIRL!!!!!!💃

@slowman2929 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I want to try this, but my shower mat has kind of a lot of mildew on the bottom! (embarrassing to admit...) I'm afraid that it might be too mildewy to wash with my towels because I don't want to ruin them. Do you think it will be ok to wash it with the towels?

@rigomartinez8252 8 жыл бұрын

I am literally going to try this RIGHT now. Wish me luck...

@wildman0228 3 жыл бұрын

You are just the BEST!

@tammyday1360 8 жыл бұрын

how do you clean mold on cellings in the bathroom

@AshPhoenix 7 жыл бұрын

What happens if I don't have baking soda. Would this process make my towels dirty?

@Wowwwzaaa 5 жыл бұрын

Yuk! I would wash the towels again!

@datura4785 4 жыл бұрын

I would throw away the towels!

@j.morrison73 4 жыл бұрын

We use bath floor towels (hotel type) 'on top' of our 'luxury' bath mats when it's just us using the shower. So using them makes better sense. After we use our shower, we hang to dry and store away those 'buffer' mats so company need not see them.

@BbGun-lw5vi 3 жыл бұрын

@@j.morrison73 Great tip!

@colinwendt9992 Жыл бұрын

I think the idea is that the towels create friction with the other items and everything in the load is clean by the end of the wash cycle.