There's nothing as nice as a clean home, especially when you've put the hard work in to get it looking good. But some cleaning techniques are better than others when it comes to scrubbing the bathroom.

Cream cleaners and ammonia-based solvents are many people's go-to products, but they should be avoided as they can make the glass go streaky. Over time, this can even lead to causing damage.

Instead experts suggest using alternatives such as white vinegar, lemons and salt to achieve a spotless finish. John Cutts, glass expert at MeandMyGlass.co.uk, provided his top tops for immaculate results.

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John said: "It can be challenging to clean a shower screen without leaving streak marks especially when there’s soap scum and mineral build up. Many assume that common cleaning products like bleach and scouring pads work well in cleaning the glass, but this isn’t the case.

"It can often make them look worse after rinsing with water and can result in a streaky finish. We recommend using acidic fruits like lemon and lime to get rid of tough marks as well as condiments like salt to remove hard-water build up."

He also said there are some big do's and don'ts when it comes to what to use in the bathroom. Some products are much more effective than others when it comes to choosing what to use.

Here is what not to use, according to the expert:

Cream cleaner

Using cream cleaner can create a blurry effect on the screen due to the streaks it leaves behind. The product works best on pots and pans to remove stubborn stains, but it can make shower screens appear more dirty.

Scouring pads

The abrasive material can do more harm than good to a shower screen. The material can scratch the glass surface and leave behind a soap residue.

Bleach

The chemicals in bleach will damage the glass overtime. It’s a great way to clean the shower floor and drain to eliminate bacteria, but avoid using it on the screen.

Ammonia-based cleaners

Using ammonia-based products can cause more streaks, making the shower look dirtier. Heavy usage can also damage the rubber rim around the bottom of a screen.

Here is what to use, according to the expert:

Lemons and limes with white vinegar

Both fruits work surprisingly well when cleaning shower screens as the acidity can help to remove stubborn stains. Squeeze the fruits into a mixture of white vinegar and water. Grab a damp microfibre cloth and clean the screen in a circular motion, then rinse off to finish.

Salt

The popular condiment can help remove hard-water buildup on a screen. For an additional trick, put some salt onto a lemon and scrub the screen to maximise the cleaning benefits.

Washing up liquid

Put some washing-up liquid onto a sponge and scrub the screen in a circular pattern. Make sure to rinse it off with distilled water to prevent any streaks.

White toothpaste

White toothpaste can help to remove soap scum from the shower door. Put it on an old toothbrush to get hard-to-reach corners so you can achieve a spotless finish.

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