Mrs Hinch fans share how to remove bathtub stains without scrubbing or using bleach

Jan 10, 2024

A long, soak in the bathtub after a hard day at work can be pure bliss, but maybe not so much if the bath is covered in stains.

Acrylic tubs are the most popular in homes but are also prone to discolouration and cracking, so it's essential to use caution when cleaning them.

Limescale, soap scum, and other stains can build up quickly on bathtubs over time, but they don't have to stick around for long with the right bath cleaning tips.

Unsure of how to remove the stains masking her acrylic bathtub, one woman took the to Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips and Tricks Facebook page to ask for some advice.

Christina Randall said: "I’ve moved into an old house and can't afford a new bathroom yet. No matter how much I deep clean this bath I cannot get rid of these stains.

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"Any ideas? Have tried every limescale cleaning product and the 2p trick but this just scratches the bath. I’m so embarrassed people think my bath is dirty but I don't know what else to do?"

Alongside the post that received over 60 comments, Christine shared several photos which depicted her bathtub covered in brown/grey stains.

Most group members suggested the Mrs Hinch fan use a product designed to clean toilets - Harpic Power Plus.

Hannah Reed wrote: "Black Harpic is good. Add it to the area and you should see the stain disappear straight away."

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Emma Grindle commented: "Black Harpic is fabulous for limescale and works better than bleach."

Kirsty Barnes said: "Black Harpic is amazing at getting stubborn stains off. We moved into a house with a water-stained bath and were not allowed to replace the bathtub and I was told to use Harpic.

"I squirted it all around the bath and used a sponge to wipe it off, stains had gone instantly. I do this once a week now."

Lynsey Allan replied: "The black Harpic loo cleaner is pretty good for getting an old bath clean."

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Gemma Clarkson instructed: "Harpic power plus toilet cleaner leave for a few minutes it will disappear."

Sue Smith wrote: "I rented a house with a disgusting bathtub too. I tried everything, finally, I tried this toilet cleaner. Yup. It worked."

Harpic Power Plus can be picked up from Poundland for £1, at Wilko for £1.25 or at Sainsbury's for £1.95.

A few Mrs Hinch fans suggested using a combination of baking soda and white vinegar or a pumice stone.