The common cleaning product an expert warns is damaging your bathtub

The bathtub is probably the most awkward part of the bathroom to clean with all that bending over to scrub the infamous ring of grime.

But it doesn't have to be that way, thanks to cleaning expert Jacqueline Stein who has revealed we might be cleaning it wrong.

She shared her tips for more efficient and effective bathtub cleaning in an Instagram reel.

Watch the video above.

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According to Stein, there are four mistakes we're likely making starting with our choice of product.

Chlorine bleach is popular for cleaning the bathroom thanks to its intense germ-fighting and whitening properties but that doesn't mean we should be using it.

In fact, Stein warns it's not doing anything to tackle the grime on the surface on the bathtub and damages grout.

Instead she recommends two kitchen staples that are not only more affordable and versatile, they also don't have the harsh fumes that bleach does.

If you need something stronger she recommends a cream cleanser from a brand rising in popularity in Australia.

"Use baking soda + dish soap or Bar Keepers Friend for a REAL deep clean that tackles soap scum and hard water stains," she wrote in her Instagram caption.

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Then when it comes to scrubbing with that product most of us end up kneeling down to do it because that's usually the only way to reach it.

However, Stein recommends taking advantage of current cleaning technology to make the task much easier.

"Upgrade to an electric scrub brush with interchangeable heads and save your back (and your time)," she said.

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If you're not keen on the electric scrubber option you can also try using an old-fashioned string mop or buy a specially-designed bathroom mop.

Bathroom mops, such as the Vileda bath magic cleaning system, which is $19.79 at Bunnings, are designed to scrub shower, wall and bath surfaces without stretching or bending.

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She also recommends we stop using a cup to rinse cleaning product off the bathtub and surrounding tiles because it only ends up splashing us and the rest of the bathroom.

"Attach an extendable shower hose to reach all those tricky corners without soaking yourself," she said.

Bunnings sells push on tap showers like Stein is referring to from $9.48, which are also great for washing dogs in the bath.

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The final step that many of us miss or skip for lots of cleaning tasks is to dry the bathtub after we've cleaned it.

"It prevents water spots, hard water stains, and keeps your tub looking freshly cleaned for longer," Stein said.

The bathtub cleaning tips is the latest in Stein's social media series on mistakes we're making when cleaning different parts of the home.

Previously she shared the right way to clean a stainless steel sink so that it shines.

The biggest mistake she said people make here is not actually cleaning the sink before polishing it.

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"Most people skip the CRUCIAL first step (removing ALL food particles with dish soap first) – this creates stubborn buildup that gets worse over time," she explained in an Instagram reel.

Other things we're doing wrong include using scrubbers and polishes that scratch the surface.

As for the right tools to use, Stein demonstrated the right way to clean the sink using a Scrub Daddy sponge and Bar Keepers Friend cream cleanser.

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