There must be a 5.25% to 6.15% concentration of sodium hypochlorite for the bleach to work.
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Open windows, turn on the bathroom exhaust fan, or add a circulating fan to the room.
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Allow it to soak for at least 30 minutes before rinsing and allowing to air dry.
When Shouldn’t You Use Chlorine Bleach to Clean a Toilet?
If you haverust stain streaksin the toilet bowl, chlorine bleach should not be used for toilet cleaning.
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Chlorine bleach is highly effective at disinfecting the toilet by killing bacteria and whitening many types of stains.
If used repeatedly, chlorine bleach can cause rust stains to become permanent.
For a septic system to work smoothly, it needs good bacteria to break down waste.
As you have learned, chlorine bleach kills bacteria, good and bad.
Chlorine bleach is safe and effective for cleaning a ceramic or porcelain toilet.
