How to Clean and Polish a Glass Shower Enclosure with Fabric Softener

 Yes, it really works. This isn’t just an old household trick passed down by grandparents—chemists such as Mammachimica and Fabrizio Zago also confirm it. Fabric softener can help keep shower glass shiny by preventing water droplets from leaving behind limescale and grime.

That’s good news, because fabric softener is something most people already have at home. While it’s mainly used to make laundry soft and fragrant, its chemical properties also make it effective on glass surfaces.
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Why does fabric softener make glass shine?

Fabric softeners contain cationic surfactants, substances that help water slide off surfaces quickly instead of settling. This reduces the chance for dirt and limescale to stick to the glass.
This effect is known as hydrophobization, meaning the surface repels water.

Another advantage is the presence of silicones, which form a thin protective film on the glass. This film:

    Makes the surface shinier

    Makes stains easier to remove

    Helps prevent new soap and water marks from forming

Thanks to this protective layer, you may no longer need specialized shower-cleaning products.
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How to use fabric softener on a glass shower enclosure

To get the best results, follow this method carefully.
What you’ll need

    1 liter of demineralized water (for example, water from a dryer)

    Fabric softener

    Alcohol

    A spray bottle

    A clean, dry cloth

Steps

    In the spray bottle, mix the demineralized water with two teaspoons of fabric softener and half a glass of alcohol.

    Spray the mixture onto the shower glass.

    Wipe evenly with a clean, dry cloth.

    Let it dry completely without rinsing.

The result is a cleaner, shinier shower enclosure that stays that way longer.

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