How to apply tub treads in the bathtub&quest;1&period; Clean the surface thoroughly and keep the area dry&period; It is recommended to wipe off dust and oil with isopropyl alcohol patch&period; &lpar;For porcelain&comma; steel and cast-iron tubs or stairs&comma; clean the surface with non-abrasive scouring powder and warm water&period; For fiberglass&comma; ABS and other plastic tubs or stairs&comma; clean the surface according to manufacturer's instructions&period; Warning&colon; do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to prepare surface for the treads will not adhere properly&period;&rpar;2&period; Do not peel off the backing paper yet&period; Arrange tub treads with the backing in place to determine ideal positioning&period; It is suggested that tub treads are at least one to three inches apart for better surface coverage&period;3&period; Peel off the backing paper one at a time and stick the treads to the intended position&period; Press firmly to force out any air bubbles&period;4&period; As all the treads are applied&comma; leave them and keep them from water for at least 12 hours&period;