Source: House Beautiful
Keeping the room clean is no small feat, especially the high-traffic space, such as the bathroom. But dirty bathrooms are minefields of mold, mildew, and invisible germs.
Obviously it’s imperative to keep the bathroom clean. But that doesn’t mean it has to be a big ordeal. Follow some of these simple tricks for eliminating icky germs quickly and easily, without spending a whole lot of time doing it.
Do a little bit every day
It just takes a few minutes a day to clean up. | iStock.com
Waiting weeks between cleanings can leave you with a much bigger project on your hands — and one that will take more time than it has to.
Make a habit of doing a few basic cleaning tasks on a daily basis, so your regular deep cleans go faster and take less time. Wipe down counters, empty the trash, and give mirrors a quick wipe in five minutes flat.
Keep cleaning supplies accessible
Save time by keeping cleaning products nearby. | iStock.com
Newsflash: There’s no rule that says all your cleaning products must be stored under the kitchen sink. Save time, and create a dedicated bathroom cleaning basket. Keep it right where you plan on using it, so you don’t have to run all over the house hunting down supplies when it’s time to clean.
Turn on the fan
A quick run of the fan discourages mildew growth. | iStock.com/EmBaSy
The key to a mildew-free bathroom is moisture reduction. Make it a habit to switch on the fan whenever you enter bathroom and turn it off when you leave. Be sure to leave it running at least 20 minutes post shower or bath to effectively cleanse the air of any steam from the hot water.
Use really hot water
Hot water cleans better. | iStock.com/hxdbzxy
Heat up your tile and tub 10 degrees warmer than normal air temperature almost doubles the effectiveness of alkaline cleansers. Fill the bottom of the tub with a few inches of the "hottest water they can draw from the tap." Then, it sits for a few minutes before using the hot water on the tiles, shower, and tub.
Let cleaners sit to increase effectiveness
Be patient with your products. | iStock.com/s_white
Many disinfecting products require a bit of time to get the job done. Spray down surfaces, and let them sit for at least 15 minutes before you start scrubbing to make the job easier.
Unclog drains in 10 minutes
There’s a DIY approach to unclogging drains. | iStock.com/rkafoto
To keep water flowing smoothly, begin by dumping a pot of boiling water down the drain.
Next, dump in about ½ cup of baking soda, and let that sit for a few minutes.
Finally, pour a mix of 1 cup of vinegar and 1 cup of hot water on top of the baking soda. Cover the drain, and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
Finish with another pot of boiling water to eliminate excess buildup, and you’re done.
Eliminate hard water buildup on your showerhead with vinegar
A soak in vinegar will unclog your showerhead. | iStock.com/silverjohn
Hard water buildup blocking your showerhead? Try this easy trick to get it good as new!
Get a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag or plastic shopping bag, and add enough vinegar to cover the showerhead.
Tightly rubber band it onto the showerhead, and let it sit for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
Run the water for a few minutes, and then wipe residue off with a microfiber cloth.
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