Bathroom Cleaning Tips

Gather Your Supplies

• • White vinegar: An excellent natural cleaner for removing soap scum and disinfecting surfaces.
  • Baking soda: Perfect for scrubbing and deodorizing.
  • Bathroom cleaner: Choose a purpose cleaner suitable for various surfaces.
  • Toilet brush: Essential for keeping your toilet clean.
  • Shower head cleaner: To tackle build-up and ensure optimal water flow.
  • Glass cleaner: For streak-free mirrors and shower doors.
  • Clean cloths: For wiping down surfaces.
  • Warm water: Helps to dissolve grime and makes cleaning more effective.

Tackle the Toilet

• • Use a toilet cleaner to disinfect and clean the toilet bowl.
  • Scrub with a toilet brush, focusing on under the rim and waterline.
  • Wipe down the exterior with a clean cloth and a purpose cleaner.

Clean the Shower and Bathtub

• • Spray white vinegar on shower doors and tiles to break down soap scum.
  • Scrub with a baking soda paste for tough stains.
  • Rinse with warm water and dry with a clean cloth to prevent water spots.

Shine the Sink and Countertops

• • Use a bathroom cleaner to wipe down the sink, faucet, and countertops.
  • For stubborn stains, scrub with baking soda and rinse thoroughly.
  • Dry with a clean cloth for a streak-free finish.

Soap Scum: Spray white vinegar on soap scum-covered areas and let it sit for 15 minutes before scrubbing.

Shower Head: Soak the shower head in a bag of vinegar overnight to remove mineral deposits.

Mirrors and Glass: Use a mixture of vinegar and water as a glass cleaner for a streak-free shine.

Toilet Bowl: Sprinkle baking soda into the bowl, scrub with a toilet brush, and let it sit before flushing.

Tiles and Grout: Make a paste with water and baking soda, apply to grout lines, and scrub with an old toothbrush.

Odors: Place an open box of baking soda in the bathroom to absorb unpleasant smells.

Shower Curtain and Liners

• • Remove and wash the shower curtain and liners in the washing machine with a little white vinegar.
  • Replace any moldy or torn liners.

Shower Doors

• • Clean shower doors with a mixture of vinegar and warm water.
  • Use a glass cleaner for a streak-free finish.

Bathroom Floor

• • Sweep and mop the bathroom floor, paying attention to corners and under fixtures.
  • Use a purpose cleaner suitable for your floor type.

Ventilation and Light Fixtures

• • Dust and clean the exhaust fan and light fixtures to remove grime and dust buildup.
  • Ensure proper ventilation to reduce mold growth.

Daily Wipe Down

• • Keep a clean cloth handy to wipe down surfaces after use, preventing build-up.

Multi-Purpose Cleaner

• • Use a multi-purpose cleaner for quick touch-ups on sinks, countertops, and mirrors.

Baking Soda for Drains

• • Pour baking soda followed by vinegar down the drain to clear clogs and deodorize.

Drying Shower Doors

• • Use a squeegee or a clean cloth to dry shower doors after each use, preventing water spots and soap scum.