Bleach is a germ-busting solution for dirty bathroom surfaces.
Here’s how to use it safely and effectively with our tips.
When it comes tocleaning the bathroom, having to deal with mold and bacteria is practically guaranteed.
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But bleach, a powerful cleaner, can be used to zap germs, brighten surfaces, andeliminate odors.
Before cleaning with bleach, however, it’s important to take some safety precautions.
Keep pets and children away from the bathroom while cleaning with bleach.
We also suggest wearing rubber gloves to protect your skin from the chemical.
And never mix bleach with ammonia or another cleaner as it can create a dangerous gas.
Toilets
It’s no secret that the toilet has the dirtiest job in the house.
But it’s important tokeep your toilet cleanto maintain a healthy household.
Start cleaning the outside bowl and handle with a few sprays of a bleach cleaning solution.
Spritz the bleach solution on the toilet and wipe clean with a paper towel or clean rag.
Grout
you could alsoclean groutwith bleach using a 1:1 bleach to warm water mixture.
Apply the bleach mixture to the grout and let it stand for 5 minutes.
Use a toothbrush or other small brush to brighten grout.
Finish with a thorough rinse of warm water before letting air dry.
Bathroom Stains
Use a bleaching powder for cleaning stains on the sink or countertop.
bleaching powder with 1 gallon warm water and stir to dissolve.
Wipe the surface with solution and scrub away stubborn stains.
Rinse with warm water.
Washing the shower curtain with bleach kills mildew and eliminates orders.
To prevent plastic shower curtains from wrinkling in the washing machine, add a few towels to the load.
Air-dry the shower curtain and liner on the rod.
Let the bleach mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes, then wipe the trash can dry.
Bath Toys
Bath toys are another hot spot for bacteria.
Let the toys sit in the bleach mixture for five minutes.
Rinse thoroughly with warm water and allow them to air-dry.
