The bathroom is used a lot. It can become one of the most messy rooms in your home. In addition to the visible dirt and soap scum, many germs may form. It’s, therefore, vital to regularly deep-clean your bathroom. These tips for cleaning a bathroom, whether you need to sanitize your toilet or clean out the entire space, will help maintain a clean house.
Prepare your bathroom for cleaning.
Clear out all the clutter, including towels, shampoo bottles, and soap dispensers, before you start cleaning. After clearing out the clutter, you can gather all of your cleaning supplies. These supplies will help you clean your bathroom.
It is best to clean one part of your bathroom at a time. Each step is a separate part of the bathroom, and it can be completed in a variety of ways.
Scrub down the shower and bathtub.
Showers and bathtubs take up most of the space in your bathroom. They can be a bit intimidating to clean, especially if they haven’t been cleaned in a while. How to clean your shower or tub: [1]
Liner and shower curtain – Wash your liner and curtain with some old towels to remove any dirt. No need to use the dryer – hang them back on their hooks and let them air dry.
Shower Doors – For shower doors, combine a few drops of vinegar with baking soda and wipe the paste all over the panel. After an hour, wipe it off with a wet cloth. Rinse with water, and then dry the fabric.
Spray bathtub cleaner on the tub and allow it to sit for as long as directed. Scrub and rinse.
Showerhead: Finish this area by using the showerhead. Fill a large grocery bag or storage bag generously with vinegar and tie it around the showerhead. Let it sit overnight, then rinse off with water.
Get in deep with tile grout.
Grease can accumulate in the gaps between your bathroom tiles. Mix 3/4 cup bleach with 1-gallon water to keep the grout in good condition. Apply the solution using a brush. After about five minutes, rinse the solution with water.
Wipe down the walls.
A multi-purpose cleaner can be used to clean your walls. Steam can be added to your cleaning solution for a more thorough cleaning. After spraying your cleaner, please turn on the hot water in your shower and let it run until you see steam rising from the bathroom. After spraying your cleaner, run hot water from the rain until the bathroom steams up. Allow the moisture to sit for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, wipe the walls.
Brighten up the toilet bowl.
The toilet is probably the part of your bathroom that needs the most cleaning. Remember that cleaning the toilet includes more than the bowl. It also involves all of the other parts. Here’s how to clean your bathroom the right way:
Toilet Bowl – Pour the toilet bowl cleaner along the top edge of the bowl. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, and then scrub the toilet with a brush. To rinse, flush the toilet. Baking soda can be used to remove stubborn stains instead of toilet bowl cleaner.
Toilet brush: Keep your toilet brush clean either by spraying disinfectant on it or pouring bleach over the bristles while holding the toothbrush over a sink, toilet, or other surface. After every use, it’s best to wash the brush.
Toilet Seat: Use an all-purpose cleaner to clean the toilet seat and its cover. You can also use disinfecting wipes.
Deep clean the sink
You may be surprised to learn that the bathroom sink contains more bacteria than anywhere else in the bathroom. It is, therefore, important to clean the sink properly. Use a disinfecting wipe or bathroom cleaner to clean the handles, the bowl, the countertop, and the faucet. Pour some baking soda or vinegar down the drain, followed by hot running water.
Clean the mirror, cabinets, and shelves.
You should also clean the items hanging from your bathroom wall, like the mirror or other shelves. You can use a microfiber towel or newspaper to wipe your mirror down after spraying it with vinegar and water or glass cleaner. Paper towels or other types of cloth can be used instead, but they might leave streaks. [4] Use an all-purpose cleaning solution to clean any shelves and cabinets that you may have.
Clean the dust out of the bathroom fan.
Do not forget to check up when you are doing a deep clean. The bathroom fan can hold a lot of dust and gunk that has been left behind from the activities in the bathroom. Vacuum the dust out of its vents and then wipe it with a damp cloth or sponge. If you can remove the cover, wash it with soap and water and then let it dry. Avoid getting any electrical components of the fan wet.
Wash the bathroom towels.
Many people use towels in your bathroom. Make sure they’re properly cared for. You can either bleach your towels or put them through the sanitized setting on your washing machine. Replace bathroom towels after a few days.
Finish up the floors.
Save the floor of your bathroom for last. This will help you avoid tracking dirt in when cleaning other areas. Just spray the bottom with a bathroom cleaner, then wipe it down. Use a solution of bleach and water to remove stubborn stains, then rinse the area with water and dry it.
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