How to clean a bathroom

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Tools and Products Needed

Tools

  • Sponges

  • Microfiber cloths

  • Scrub brushes

  • Bucket

  • Spray bottles

  • Rubber gloves

  • Toilet brush

  • Squeegee

  • Mop

Cleaning Products

  • Multi-Purpose Cleaner

  • Bleach

  • Disinfectant

  • Vinegar

  • Floor Cleaner

  • Glass Cleaner

Step-by-Step Bathroom Cleaning Guide

1. Declutter and Organize

  • Remove all items: Take everything off the countertops, out of the shower, and bathtub.

  • Sort items: Dispose of empty bottles and products you no longer use.

2. Clean the Toilet

  • Apply toilet cleaner: Use a toilet cleaner or a mixture of bleach and water. Apply it to the toilet bowl and let it sit.

  • Clean exterior: Use a Disinfectant Cleaner to wipe down the exterior of the toilet, including the tank, handle, and base.

  • Scrub the bowl: Use a toilet brush to scrub the inside of the bowl, then flush.

3. Clean the Shower and Bathtub

  • Spray cleaner: Use a Multi-Purpose Cleaner or a mixture of vinegar and water to spray down the shower walls, tub, and fixtures.

  • Scrub surfaces: Spray the entire shower with multi purpose, and sse a scrub brush or sponge to clean the surfaces, paying attention to grout lines.

  • Rinse: Rinse thoroughly with water.

  • Kill Mould: Use bleach, or toilet cleaner to kill the mould build up in the shower, bath tub or in the silicon.

  • Clean shower door: Use a Glass Cleaner to clean the shower door or a vinegar solution for shower curtains.

4. Clean the Sink and Countertop

  • Remove items: Take all items off the countertop and sink.

  • Spray cleaner: Use a Multi-Purpose Cleaner to spray the sink, faucet, and countertop.

  • Scrub and rinse: Scrub with a sponge, then rinse and dry with a clean cloth.

5. Clean Mirrors and Glass Surfaces

  • Spray and wipe: Use a Glass Cleaner to spray mirrors and any other glass surfaces. Wipe with a clean, dry cloth or a squeegee for streak-free results.

6. Clean Cabinets and Drawers

  • Vacuum crumbs: Use a handheld vacuum or a clean cloth to remove dirt and debris from inside cabinets and drawers.

  • Wipe down: Use a mixture of vinegar and water or Multi-Purpose Cleaner to wipe the inside surfaces. Dry with a clean cloth.

7. Clean Walls and Baseboards

  • Spray and wipe: Use a Multi-Purpose Cleaner or a mixture of vinegar and water to spray walls and baseboards. Wipe with a clean cloth.

8. Disinfect High-Touch Areas

  • Spray disinfectant: Use a Disinfectant to spray high-touch areas such as light switches, door handles, and faucet handles.

  • Wipe and let dry: Wipe with a clean cloth and let the surfaces air dry to ensure the disinfectant works effectively.

9. Clean the Floor

  • Sweep or vacuum: Remove any loose dirt and debris from the floor.

  • Mop: Use a Floor Cleaner suitable for your flooring type. Start from the farthest corner of the room and work towards the exit to avoid stepping on the cleaned areas.

10. Finishing Touches

  • Replace items: Put back all items in their proper places on countertops and in cabinets.

  • Take out the trash: Empty the trash bin, wipe it down, and replace the liner.

  • Air freshener: Use an air freshener or essential oil diffuser to give your bathroom a pleasant scent.

Cleaning Strategy

  • High to low: Start cleaning from the top (mirrors, cabinets) and work your way down to the sink, toilet, shower, and then the floor.

  • Left to right: Clean from one side of the bathroom to the other to ensure you don't miss any areas and work systematically.

By following these steps, your bathroom will be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized, making it a more pleasant and healthy space to use.