Bathrooms need plenty of attention tokeep them clean.
Use this checklist to keep the bathroom consistently sparkling clean and smelling fresh.
Always use a second, fresh wipe to clean any drips on toilet seats or floors.
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Close theshower curtainso it will dry more quickly.
Hang Damp Towels and Bathmats
Hangdamp towelsandbathmatsso they willdry as quickly as possibletoprevent mildew growth.
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Change hand towels daily since they are shared and become dirty quickly.
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This is especially important if someone in the household has a cold or virus.
Read the directions on all bathroom cleaning products.
You’ll have better results if you give the products time to work.
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More patience means less scrubbing.
Wash Towels and Bathmats
Gather andwash all towels, washcloths, hand towels, and bath mats.
If you have small throw rugs, take them outside to shake out hair and dust.
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Check the care label, but most are washable.
Allow the rugs to air-dry to prevent damage to the rubber backing.
Clean and Disinfect the Toilet
Add a commercial toilet bowl cleaner to the bowl.
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Give it a quick swish and then kill the lid to allow the cleaner time to work.
Wipe down the exterior of the fixtures with a disinfectant wipe or with a sponge and multi-purpose bathroom cleaner.
Tackle hard water stainsweekly for the easiest removal.
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Finish by scrubbing the interior of the bowldon’t forget to clean under the rimand then flush.
The same products that clean the shower can be used on a tub.
Remove hair from drains andaddress any clogsbefore they become worse.
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Clean the Sink and Counter
Remove everything from the top of thesink and counter.
Rinse well with plain water and dry with a soft cloth to prevent water spots.
To make cleaning easy, place toothbrush and soap holders on the top rack of the dishwasher.
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Light switches and the wall around them get lots of smudges and grime.
Cabinet hardware and door handles can be breeding grounds for germs and bacteria.
Clean Mirrors
Clean mirrors with a commercial glass cleaner or spray on some distilled white vinegar.
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Shine with a microfiber cloth to prevent streaks and dust residue.
Don’t forget small hand and shaving mirrors.
Empty the Trash Can
Empty the trash can.
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If you use trash bags, keep several extras in the trash can for easy replacement.
Clean the floor as recommended forceramic, stone, and vinyl tile, orlaminate flooring.
Monthly Cleaning
Depending on how much use your bathroom gets, do these tasks monthly or seasonally.
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Take a bit of time to check these items and do a bit of deep cleaning.
Grooming products like hairspray can cause surfaces to become sticky and attract more dust than in other rooms.
Fill the sink with hot water and a bit of dishwashing liquid.
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Add the vent cover and allow it to soak for 10 minutes.
Wipe away grime with a soft cloth or scrub brush.
Dry completely and reassemble.
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Check light fixtures for dust, dead insects, and burned-out bulbs.
Dispose of unused medications properly.
Cleanmakeup brushes and beauty toolswell to kill bacteria.
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With just some distilled white vinegar,the mineral deposits and soap scum can be easily removed.
Use hot water, a multi-purpose cleaner, and a scrub brush to give it a good cleaning.
Clean curtains, shades, orblindsto remove dust and any stains.
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This will save you money and heartache later.
Check each area (use a flashlight, if needed) for anymold and mildew growthand eradicate it immediately.
The order to clean a bathroom is similar to other rooms.
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Declutter, remove garbage, then clean areas and surfaces from top to bottom.
Meanwhile, the toilet is cleaned inside and out.
A bathroom should be cleaned frequently.
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Deeper cleaning can be handled monthly or seasonally depending on how much you use the space.
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