Seriously, is there a way to clean and maintain the bathtub without backbreaking work? The shape of the tub plus the wall tiles just makes cleaning so awkward and painful. I am ashamed to admit I don't clean as much as I should since I hate this chore so bloody much. How do you scrub the filmy grime on the sides of the tub and the grub in all that grout without straining your back, shoulder and elbows?
My caveat is that I have cats so I avoid using harsh cleaners. I just cleaned it (thus prompting this frustrated post) with vinegar and baking powder. A couple times a year, I'll close the door for an hour or so and spray bleach. I then use an inordinate amount of water to ensure all the bleach is washed away.
I use medium and big brushes. Am I using the wrong tools? This is the one chore which really prompts thoughts of hiring a cleaner/service.