While panels have less grout to worry about cleaning, they still need maintaining and experts have shared a simple item you’ll probably have in your house already that can do the trick.
Joanne Mailen, Product Lead at WetWall, said washing-up liquid and warm water is all you need to keep wall panels clean.
While it’s a product you’ve more than likely got in your kitchen, you can buy it for 56p at Morrisons, at the time of writing.
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Joanne at WetWall advises: “Forget special products, complicated routines, or harsh chemicals – warm soapy water is your secret weapon.
“Using a simple mix of warm water, a few drops of washing-up liquid, and a sponge is enough to clear everyday marks and build-up.
“Finishing off with a quick buff using a microfibre cloth will help dry the panels and prevent streaks.
“Unlike textured materials like tiles, wall panel surfaces are smooth and non-porous, meaning dirt won’t cling to them in the same way.
“A swift wipe down as part of your usual bathroom tidy up is all it takes, saving you time and money, using items you more than likely already have in the house.”
You should avoid using abrasive items, explains Joanne.
She said: “Take care when selecting products and don’t use those with strong chemicals or abrasive properties.
“Avoid harsh scouring pads and anything with gritty particles, as these could cause more harm than good, risking scratches and dulling the finish over time.
“A gentle approach is always best to keep panels looking newer for longer.”
The Panel Company has shared a six-part guide to cleaning wall panels and it follows a similar approach but involves a soak. You’ll need a bucket for your water.
It made it clear that it only recommends using soap and water for cleaning PVC wall panels.
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The firm suggests using a “non-abrasive cloth or sponge” with “warm soapy water”, explaining that “washing-up liquid works a treat”.
It adds: “Start to apply a good lather of the warm soapy water all over your panels using your cloth”.
Then, you’ll want to leave the water “to soak into any specific marks or stains on the panels” for between two and five minutes.
Discard the dirty water and get some fresh water for your bucket that’s warm and soapy, like before, The Panel Company suggests.
Make sure to “thoroughly rinse your cloth” before the next step.
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After the soak, you’ll need to “grab your cloth and give a good scrub making sure you are going in circular motions – rinsing the panels down”.
Using a dry microfibre cloth, wipe the wall panels and avoid leaving any smears.
What are your tips and tricks for cleaning a bathroom? Let us know in the comments below.
