The shower tap is one of the most important plumbing fixtures in your bathroom, as you use it each time you want to take your bath.

Because you use them daily and are exposed to water regularly, they will likely wear out and become faulty after a few months or years.

Even if you invest in a high-quality shower tap, it isn’t going to last forever. There is definitely going to be a time when it will stop working well.

That being said, it may interest you to know that there are easy things you can do to extend the life-span of your bathroom shower tap. Read on to learn more about them.

The importance of cleaning

You ensure that your bathroom looks great and is free from germs; you have to clean it regularly. Cleaning frequently used plumbing fixtures like your shower tap once a month or two may not be a good idea, especially if you use it regularly.

It is better you clean it once a week or once every two weeks.

If you are clueless about cleaning a shower tap or don’t know where to start or the right tools to use, read the following tips carefully.

How to clean a shower tap

Wipe the surface

All you have to do here is to use a clean soft cloth to gently wipe the surface of the shower tap. Resist the urge to use wire scouring pads to get rid of stains, as it may damage the surface of the showerhead.

Using cleaners

To get rid of tough stains on your shower tap, you have to use some sort of cleaner.

As you likely know, not all cleaning agents are good for wiping the surfaces of metals and plastics. To ensure that your shower tap continues to look spotless, you should use any of the cleaners mentioned below.

• Mild glass cleaner
• Frictionless polishing agents
• Wear-free liquid
• Aid free liquid glass cleaners

 What to avoid

 Regardless of how dirty your tap head is, you should never use abrasive cleaners, rough cleaners, paper cloth, or cleaning agents that contain acids.

Before installing

Before installing a new shower tap, it is critical that you first wash the dirt off your pipe and remove the build-ups, debris, and dirt in the hole. Be sure to check if the accessories that come with your new shower tap are clean and of high quality before installing it.

Cleaning tough stains

Before using any type of cleaner, you should first apply toothpaste on a cloth and use it to carefully wipe the surface of the shower tap. Rinse with plenty of water when you are done.

It will be in your best interest to avoid alkaline cleaners and steel balls, as they can damage the surface of the shower tap.

Conclusion

If you want your shower tap to last for years and years to come, you must make an effort to clean it regularly.

As mentioned above, using cleaning agents that are high in acid and alkaline will do more harm than good.

A better option will be to use a paste or mild glass cleaners. You will be glad you did in the long run.