Repairs and problems

Shower glass that stays cloudy after cleaning

At a glance

  • Squeegeeing after each use removes the water that leaves the deposit, which is far more effective than weekly cleaning.
  • Coated glass loses its treatment over years and can be re-treated, but abrasive cleaners destroy the coating faster.

What actually fixes it

Squeegeeing after each use removes the water that leaves the deposit, which is far more effective than weekly cleaning.

Coated glass loses its treatment over years and can be re-treated, but abrasive cleaners destroy the coating faster.

Recent stone-inspired bathroom completed in Stroud, relevant reference for Gloucestershire clients, referenced in our guide to cloudy shower glass
full bathroom refit with freestanding bath #2, Tewkesbury, Cotswold Maintenance Group portfolio, referenced in our guide to cloudy shower glass

Common questions

Will a special cleaner fix it?

Mild acidic descalers help with deposit; genuine etching in the glass surface is permanent.

Is replacement the only cure?

For badly etched panels, sometimes yes, though a re-treatment is worth trying first.

Second opinion on cloudy shower glass

If you already have a quote or a design and something does not sit right, it is worth another set of eyes before work starts.