How Often You Should Clean Your Bathroom

Even though smart showers, toilets, mirrors and more are now part of the modern bathroom, these technological advances still won't save you entirely from having to clean your bathroom often.

It’s usually asked how often people should clean their bathrooms. While some areas should be cleaned daily, there are other areas that should be cleaned no less than once a week. A regular cleaning schedule can prevent grime and germs from building up and save you time in the long run.

Read on to know how often you should clean your bathroom items.

BATHROOM RUG

Once a week, toss the bathroom rug in the washing machine. Wash it on the gentle cycle in warm water and let it air dry (especially if it has a no-slip grip on the back) before putting it back. Always follow the washing instructions on the tag if you’re unsure.

TOILET

If you live alone, you can probably get by with cleaning the toilet every few days. If you have kids, the rules change. The outside, handle and seat should get a once-a-day wipe down with an anti-bacterial cleaner or wipe. Most families can get by with cleaning the bowl once a week. If you have some tough stains or gunk in your toilet bowl, you can pour soda into a spray bottle, then saturate the stain with the drink. Let it sit for a few hours. The stain should easily scrub away with a toilet brush.

SHOWER CURTAIN

Once a month, you should take down your fabric or plastic shower curtain, throw it in the wash.

SHOWER & TUB

You only need to clean your shower and tub once a week, but if you have a glass shower door, it needs a little more attention. To prevent the build-up of soap scum and keep the glass looking spotless, use a squeegee to wipe away water after every shower. These few seconds can save you from scrubbing at the end of the week.

BATH TOWELS

How often you should wash your bath towels depends. Washing after every three to four uses is a good rule of thumb, but there are some conditions where a towel will need to be washed after one use.

SINK

The germs from your hands collect on the sink knobs and in the sink bowl when you wash your hands. So, even if you live alone, the sink needs a good wipe down every day with an all-purpose cleaner or anti-bacterial cleaning wipe.

MIRROR

Like the sink, the mirror needs a daily wipe down to remove lint, dust and toothpaste specks. Simply wipe it down with a microfibre cloth after you step out of the bath or shower.

HAIR DRYER

Yes, even your hair dryer needs a proper cleaning schedule to prevent it from overheating.

Of course these are all guidelines and we realize that not everyone has this kind of time. If that's you, then feel free to contact Perfection Cleaning and schedule a time for us to come clean your bathroom.

* Perfection Cleaning does not guarantee or warranty any suggested cleaning methods. Use at your own risk.

Source: cnet.com