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The Knowledge of Rinse Shower Clean


Rinse the shower clean. Flush every surface of the shower with warm water, taking care to get rid of any lingering juice or pulp from the lemon. If necessary, go back over the acrylic one more time with a soft towel or sponge. When you’re done, your shower should be pristine and have a fresh, clean scent!


Let the first coat of paint dry and then apply a second one. It should take about 15-20 minutes for the first coat of paint to be dry to the touch. Once it is, go ahead and apply a second coat, working systemically as you go so you don’t miss any areas. “Drying” and “curing” are two different things. Paint can be dry but not yet cured—the curing is when the paint dries and also hardens, and it generally takes a much longer time than just drying. Proceed with the second coat of paint once the first coat has simply dried.


Use acetone on a clean washcloth to remove any residual cleaner. Dampen a clean washcloth with the acetone and wipe down the interior and exterior of the tub. Continue to wear your gloves—acetone can really dry out or hurt your skin if it comes into contact with it. If there was any remaining cleaner, grease, or grime, the acetone will get rid of it.


Connect the drain to the P-trap. Thread the drain chute into the P-trap under the tub. You may need to use PVC pipe to connect the drain chute to the P-trap if they don’t align perfectly. If that’s the case, dry-fit the pieces first and secure the PVC pipe to the chute and P-trap with ABS cement to prevent it from coming loose.


Caulk the tub to the floor. Run a bead of silicone caulk along the outside edge of the tub where it meets the floor. Make sure it meets both outside corners to prevent water from getting in between the tub and floor. Smooth out the bead with your finger or a damp rag.

Mosaic Countertop Application

Stir your ceramic tile adhesive. Tile adhesive and caulk are available at home improvement stores. Apply the adhesive to your countertop surface with a trowel. Spread it evenly before placing your tile on the surface.

Place your tiles onto the adhesive 1 by 1, according to your design. Place them approximately 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) apart from the next tile, to create the mosaic look. Make sure not to press them too deep into the adhesive, as the top should remain clean, with room for grout on the sides.

Continue adding tiles to your mosaic until all of the pieces are placed on the countertop. Allow the tiles to dry for 24 hours, or as long as the adhesive directions indicate. Mix your sanded grout according to package directions, or buy a pre-mixed grout.

Apply the sanded grout with a sponge squeegee. Do small areas of the countertop 1 at a time, so that you can be sure you have filled the spaces completely with grout. Move the squeegee diagonally across the surface before moving vertically or horizontally.

Mix a weak solution of white vinegar and warm water to clean your tiles while the grout is still wet. Dip a sponge into the solution and wring out the excess liquid. Wipe your tiles until they appear clean.

Leave your grout to dry according to package instructions. Apply 1 to 2 coats of water-resistant sealer to your bathroom countertop with a paint brush or sponge. This will help to avoid mold growth and make the counter easier to clean. Allow the sealer to dry well between coats.