✦ Cleaning Guide ✦
How to Clean Shower Screens Without Streaks (And Keep Them That Way)
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A streaky shower screen is one of those things that makes a clean bathroom still look dirty. The good news? Getting glass crystal clear — and keeping it that way — is easier than you think. You just need to know the right method.
Hard water, soap scum and limescale are the three enemies of a clear shower screen. This guide tackles all three and leaves you with glass so clean it practically disappears. One wish, granted. 🧞♂️
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The WSGenie Electric Window Cleaner — streak-free results in minutes, no ladders or elbow grease needed.
Before You Start
What You'll Need
- White vinegar or a dedicated glass cleaner
- WSGenie Electric Window Cleaner or a squeegee
- Microfibre cloth (lint-free)
- Spray bottle
- Optional: rain repellent spray for long-term protection
Pro Tip
Never clean shower glass when the screen is hot — the cleaner dries too fast and leaves more streaks. Clean after the bathroom has cooled down.
Step by Step
The Streak-Free Method
1
Rinse the Screen First
Before applying any cleaner, rinse the screen with warm water. This removes loose soap residue and stops it mixing with your cleaning solution and creating more streaks.
2
Apply Your Cleaning Solution
Mix equal parts white vinegar and warm water in a spray bottle. Spray generously all over the screen and leave for 3–5 minutes. For heavy limescale, undiluted white vinegar works even better.
Applying solution before wiping — the key to streak-free glass
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Wipe in One Direction
Always wipe in one direction only — top to bottom or side to side. Circular wiping creates streaks. Use a lint-free microfibre cloth or the WSGenie window cleaner for best results.
Genie Hack
A scrunched up piece of newspaper works surprisingly well for a final buff — the ink acts as a mild abrasive and leaves glass incredibly clear. Old school but it works like magic.
4
Tackle the Frame and Seals
Use a small brush on the rubber seals with your vinegar solution, and a microfibre cloth on the frame. A clean screen with a grimy frame still looks dirty.
5
Final Dry Buff
Take a dry, clean microfibre cloth and do one final buff in straight lines. This picks up any remaining moisture and gives you that crystal-clear finish. Hold a torch at an angle to check for any remaining streaks.
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Apply a Protective Coating (Optional but Worth It)
Spray a water-repellent coating like Rain-X on the glass and buff it in. This makes water bead off rather than settle — far less cleaning in the long run. One application lasts several weeks.
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Keep a small squeegee in the shower and run it down the screen after every use. This prevents soap scum and limescale from ever building up. Pair that with a full clean every 1–2 weeks and you'll barely recognise your bathroom. Wish granted. ✨
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