The moisture in your bathroom creates a perfect environment for mould and bacteria to grow. This room just seems to be a magnet for grime and dirt, making it one of the most challenging areas in the house to keep clean.
But as much as we all hate the chore, cleaning the bathroom has to be done or else it will smell, and bacteria will thrive in this damp and warm environment. While you can get away with using a bathroom squeegee for daily cleaning of the bathroom, it will take more than a quick wipe down of the shower walls to get this room looking its best.
If you are wondering how to get your powder room sparkling again, read on for our useful tips and tricks:
- Remove all items from their usual spot
It’s important that you remove everything, from bathroom and beauty supplies, towels, shower liners, and anything that is sitting on the bathroom floor. This will give you more space to work with and will make the chore of cleaning corners and surfaces much easier.
2. Get rid of loose debris
Don’t you just hate it when you are mopping the bathroom floors and dust balls and strands of wet hair get stuck on the mop? This is a nuisance that can be prevented by sweeping or vacuuming the floor before using a cleaning sponge or mop.
3. Deep clean to get a sparkling loo
It’s safe to say that removing stains from the toilet is not on any homeowner’s list of favourite cleaning chores. The thought of getting on your knees to scrub a fixture that collects feces and urine every day is not exactly appealing, but you know it has to be done to eliminate any foul smell and kill harmful bacteria and germs.
Here are some tips to help you get started:
- Put on your gloves, and assemble all the cleaning products and tools you need for the job
- Lift up the seat so you can apply toilet cleaner around the rim. Let the cleaner soak for a few minutes and move onto the bowl
- Squirt a small amount of cleaning solution to the bowl, then scrub it thoroughly, making sure not to forget the area beneath the rim
- If there are mineral deposits or any stubborn stains, you can line them with paper towels that have been soaked in white vinegar, and leave them there for 20 minutes before scrubbing the tough dirt away
4. Make the Sink Shine
A lot of people make the mistake of thinking that the sink stays clean because of all the water and dish soap that flows through it multiple times a day. But the truth is that the bathroom sink is a magnet for toothpaste residue, grease, and dirt. As such, it needs a deep clean every few weeks to keep it gleaming and prevent the accumulation of grease in waste pipes.
Porcelain sinks have a vintage appeal that makes them a beautiful addition to the bathroom. But despite its durability, porcelain can scratch easily and therefore should not be cleaned with steel wool or scouring pads. If there are any surface stains, these can be removed using a clean sponge and a small amount of grease-cutting dish soap. Baking soda can also be used in place of dish soap for that nice shine.
If you have a stone sink, you are in luck because this requires little effort to maintain. Just rinse it with warm water and dry with a clean cloth after every use to get rid of any chemicals that could etch into the natural stone material. For a deeper clean, we suggest using a very mild soap and lukewarm water before drying the sink with a soft cloth.
Deep cleans are never easy. You need to know the cleaning products that are safe to use on your sink, toilet, and bathroom floor. Luckily, you don’t have to do it all on your own. You can do some basic cleaning of the powder room each day, and leave the more challenging chores for professional cleaners at the end of the week. If you’re looking to be more efficient with your home cleaning, we recommend you read this guide on how to keep your bathroom clean with minimal effort too. Cleaning your bathroom doesn’t have to be hard, learn how to make it part of your day to day rather than making it one giant task.
