It is important that instructions on the maintenance of the components of a bathroom facility be followed to ensure the longevity of the items and the best appearance possible. When we purchased our new home, we had quality products installed and were careful to treat them with care. We were careful to follow the cleaning whirlpool bathtub instructions, and utilized only cleaning products recommended by the manufacturer. Both my husband and felt that a few cents saved on cleaning products would not be worth the ultimate expense of having to replace such a high ticket item in the future. It has held us in good stead