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Turning on the jets in your tub can make your bathroom feel like a luxe spa. But before you put on a face mask and turn on a relaxing playlist, you'll first want to clean the tub. Getting the hidden gunk out of your jetted tub probably isn't the best part of your at-home spa day, but you'll definitely be glad you did so before settling in for a long soak.
Most jetted tubs come with cleaning instructions from the manufacturer, so follow that guidance if possible. But if you misplaced the manual or aren't sure how to clean your jetted tub, these instructions from Carolyn Forté, the executive director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Cleaning Lab can help.
Here's everything to know about how to clean a jetted tub, according to the pros.
What you'll need
- White vinegar
- Bathroom cleaner
- Soft cloths
- Dishwasher powder
- Baking soda
Step-by-Step Instructions for Cleaning a Jetted Tub:
- Remove bath residue once a month by filling the bath with hot water and ¼ cup powdered dishwasher detergent.
- Run the water jets for 10-15 minutes and then drain the bath and refill with cold water.
- Run the water jets for another 10-15 minutes and drain again.
- If you have hard water, you can add vinegar to the water and repeat the process. Just be sure to never mix it with bleach or other household cleaners.
How to remove stains from a jetted tub
Jetted tubs can easily be stained from soap scum, bath oils, bubble bath and even rusty plumbing. To get stubborn stains out, mix a paste of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide together and let it work its magic for 10 minutes. Once you've let the paste sit, simply wipe away the stains with a microfiber cloth.
Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.
Jamie Ballard (she/her) is a freelance writer and editor who covers news, lifestyle, and entertainment topics, including sex and relationships, TV, movies, books, health, pets, food and drinks, pop culture, shopping, and personal finance. She regularly contributes to Cosmopolitan, Woman’s Day, Good Housekeeping, and YouGov, among other publications. When she’s not working, you can find her running, traveling, or scrolling TikTok. Follow her on Twitter.
Carolyn Forté brings more than 40 years of experience as a consumer products expert to her role as executive director of the Good Housekeeping Institute's Home Care and Cleaning Lab. Using deep analytical testing and writing expertise in appliances, cleaning, textiles and organizational products, she produces cleaning and home care advice for GH, has authored numerous books and bookazines for the brand and partners with the American Cleaning Institute to co-produce the Discover Cleaning Summits. She holds a bachelor's degree in family and consumer sciences from Queens College, City University of New York.
