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    How do I clean tough water stains from around the jets in my Acrylic whirlpool tub? I have tried using a vinegar and baking soda paste but the water stains remain under the jets.
    Michelle Driscoll, MPH
    Founder, Mulberry Maids
    Michelle Driscoll is the Owner of Mulberry Maids, which is based in Fort Collins, Colorado. With five years of experience, her business specializes in cleaning homes and small offices. She holds a Masters in Public Health from the Colorado School of Public Health. Additionally, Mulberry Maids has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
    Founder, Mulberry Maids
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    In addition to the vinegar and baking soda, try to use half of a lemon to fight the water stains. Apply the lemon directly to the stains, and then rinse and dry the area with a clean cloth.
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    I have mold spots between the edge molding and the acrylic tub. I scrubbed them with vinegar and baking soda and a toothbrush, but some remain. What should I do?
    Michelle Driscoll, MPH
    Founder, Mulberry Maids
    Michelle Driscoll is the Owner of Mulberry Maids, which is based in Fort Collins, Colorado. With five years of experience, her business specializes in cleaning homes and small offices. She holds a Masters in Public Health from the Colorado School of Public Health. Additionally, Mulberry Maids has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
    Founder, Mulberry Maids
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    You can try other cleaning elements such as bleach, borax, or hydrogen peroxide. Refer to "How to Remove Bathroom Mold" for instructions on trying these alternate methods.
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    My acrylic tub is yellowing. How do I get it white again?
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    Have you tried the vinegar and baking soda mentioned in the beginning? If that doesn't work, you could try using them together, but dilute the vinegar with water first in the tub, then add the baking soda. They will foam like crazy, but are very effective for yellow stains. Mixed in a bucket, they will take hard scum off of shower doors, too.
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    How do I remove a stain from an acrylic whirlpool tub?
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    Soak one or more cleaning rags in white vinegar. Then drape or wrap the rag around the area affected by mineral deposits. Leave the rags for an hour or more, adding more vinegar if necessary to keep the rags wet. When the mineral deposits have loosened up or dissolved, remove the rags and clean the area with a clean towel or sponge.
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