Living Space: How to clean the grossest spots in your bathroom
3. Toilet (and around the toilet)
To make cleaning the area around the toilet and the toilet bowl itself as pain-free as possible, invest in the right tools. Look for a toilet brush with a canister that lets it hide out of sight when not in use. When you’re done scrubbing the bowl, rest the handle of the brush in between the seat and the lid so it can drip dry before being placed back into the canister.
If you’re bending down to scrub the tiles behind your toilet, you’re probably getting a little too up close and personal with the toilet. The solution: Invest in an extendable tile scrubber that maneuvers around the base of the toilet. This tool eliminates the ick factor — and the back pain.
4. Moldy shower curtain
If you’ve let your shower curtain get to the point that it’s covered in mold and mildew, the prospect of cleaning it can feel daunting. One quick fix: grab an eraser sponge. It’s the secret to de-gunking a gross shower curtain in less than 20 minutes.
Prevention plan: Start by buying a mildew-resistant shower curtain liner, which will prevent the growth of mildew and mold in the first place.
5. Bathroom exhaust vent
You likely don’t notice it too often, but by the time you do, it’s probably time for a deep-clean. When neglected, the bathroom exhaust vent collects dust and grows mildew, which could be recirculating back into the room.
To start, vacuum up the dust on the vent using the crevice tool attachment on your vacuum. Then, use a damp microfiber cloth to wipe away any remaining dust. If this doesn’t do the trick, it may be time to remove the vent cover and give it a soak.
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