Care & Cleaning Tips
Regular Cleaning
Regular cleaning of all bathroom products will prevent a build-up of soluble salts. However lime scale deposits will sometimes require removal. If a proprietary lime scale remover is chosen, always read and follow the instructions on the bottle. Lime deposit may also be removed using a mild solution of lemon juice (citric acid).
Contaminated water
Sometimes, particularly in new properties, small spots of 'rust' may appear to grow in the bowl of the bath. These spots will have formed from deposits of iron from the new water-supply pipework. The spots can be removed using a mild cleaner and should not re-appear unless the water supply remains contaminated.
Blocked drains
Disposable nappies should not be flushed down the WC. Blockages can occur in both in the WC pan and in the drains.
Acrylic baths
The acrylic surface of this type of product should be cleaned regularly with warm soapy water. Preferably, the product should be cleaned immediately after use, rinsed with cold water and, if desired, dried with a soft cloth. The acrylic surface is softer than porcelain enamel or ceramic products and abrasive cleaners will scratch the surface. Do not use scouring powders or abrasive cleaners and we strongly recommend you follow the instructions on the bottle of your chosen cleaner. Avoid contact with other household chemicals such as hair dyes, carpet dyes, paint strippers, strong disinfectants, alcohol, after shave, perfumes and nail varnishes and their removers or bleaches. Some soaps and shampoos can discolor acrylic if allowed to pool, undiluted, on its surface.
Burning cigarettes will melt the acrylic surface
Ceramics
Ceramic products should be cleaned regularly with warm soapy water. They may then be rinsed with clean water and, if desired, dried and polished with a soft cloth. Regular cleaning will prevent a buildup of soluble salts. Some proprietary cleaners can damage the glazed surface and we strongly recommend that the instructions on the bottle of your chosen cleaner are followed. We advise against the practice of leaving strong cleaners or bleach in ceramic products overnight since the glazed surface may be damaged.
Chrome plated products
The chrome plate used on our range of taps and fittings is very hard and durable. It can be cleaned regularly with warm soapy water followed by rinsing and, if desired, drying with a soft cloth, A proprietary chrome cleaner can also be used, but bear in mind that this material is abrasive. Always read the instructions on the packaging. Chrome is vulnerable to acid attack and some strong household chemicals including disinfectants, denture cleaners, hair dyes, wine-making chemicals and photographic chemicals. These materials may have a varying effect on the surface from black spots or streaks (which cannot be removed) to pitting of the surface. Contact with these materials should be avoided.
Plastic toilet seats
The plastic surface of this type of product should be cleaned regularly with warm soapy water. Abrasive cleaning agents or scouring powders may damage the plastic surface. We strongly recommend that you follow the instructions on the bottle of your chosen cleaner.
Shower Enclosures
Shower enclosures should be cleaned after every use. To prevent lime scale from building up, use a squeegee, a soft cloth or chamois leather - but no cleaning agent - to wipe off any water droplets left after showering. Residue left by body care products (liquid soap, shampoo, shower gel) can also cause substances to accumulate. Use water to rinse away residues after use. All sliding door track fittings should also be cleaned this way - to ensure that they continue to run smoothly.
Shower Trays
maintaining the clean and attractive looks of your shower tray is easy. Clean with warm soapy water or mild detergent after each use, and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Gritty or abrasive cleaners should never be used, as they may mark the surface. Should lime scale or fine scratches become a problem, apply T-cut with a damp cloth and then polish it off. The waste trap is designed for easy access and should be removed and cleaned regularly - every week if the shower is in daily use - ensuring that any debris is removed.
Stainless Steel products
Stainless steel products should be cleaned regularly to maintain the original surface appearance, to prevent corrosion and to maintain hygienic conditions. Regular cleaning with warm soapy water or with mild detergent is usually sufficient, followed by rinsing and, if desired, drying with a soft cloth. The use of strong acids and disinfectants should be avoided. If proprietary cleaners are used, always read and follow the instructions on the bottle.
If the steel has become extremely dirty - perhaps following a period of neglect - proprietary stainless steel cleaners may have to be used. Do not use steel wool or steel wool soap pads since these may leave rust spots.
