The first step in reusing your old shower curtain is to wash it in order to remove soap scum and old debris left over! Run it through the washer with small and soft items using cool water and plenty of soap. After the spin cycle, remove shower curtain and re-spin the cloth items to remove trapped water. Allow to air dry before storing or reusing it. You can ALSO soak the shower curtain in a bleach solution and then scrub it with a brush as needed.
7 Ways to ReUse Old Shower Curtains:
1. Reuse an old shower curtain as a drop cloth when decorating or painting
2. Create a unique lunch box or reusable shopping bag 
3. Protect your outdoor by covering your furniture, grill, or floors with the shower curtain or liner
4. Reuse your shower curtain as a waterproof, windproof second lining for a coat… or create your own waterproof raincoat 
5. Make your own entertainment by reusing your shower curtain and liner as a slip n’ slide
6. Reuse the shower curtain rings as organizational key ring holders or as a carabineer to 
7. Create your own arts and crafts project by reusing your old shower curtain, liner, and rings (i.e. unique jewelry)
Environmental Impacts of ReUse:
When you decide you want a new vinyl shower curtain, chances are you toss your old one in the trash where it will end up in the landfill. You may not think twice about it, but you may actually be throwing away something quite useful. Do your part for the environment and reuse it elsewhere around your home . It actually can serve quite a few other purposes other than its intentional use.
By reusing, you will certainly be helping to rescue the planet by cutting down on the volume you throw away and you will be leaving a lower carbon foot print with less green house gas emissions.
shower curtains that are made from acrylic and polyester are the most durable ones, that is why we always use them “