Bathrooms are quick to get grubby, but unfortunately, not always so quick to clean. That said, with regular bursts of small cleaning activity in your bathroom, you can help keep on top of some common bathroom stains, and if you’re really a cleaning pro, banish them for good!
Firstly, let’s identify some of the main culprits of common bathroom stains:
- Mineral deposits
- Hard water
- Rust
- Mold and mildew
Tackling the toilet may be first on your cleaning list, and with good reason, and here are a few tips for getting the bowl stain-free:
- Use a commercial cleaner
You can buy commercial cleaning solutions that are designed expressly to tackle toilet stains, and they are often very effective provided you follow the instructions for use.
- Make your own cleaning solution
By mixing equal parts of white vinegar with water, you can apply it to the stained areas and leave it to sit for a few minutes before scrubbing the stains away. You can also try sprinkling some baking soda into the bowl before adding the vinegar and water combination, for an added stain-removing boost.
- Use a pumice stone
By wetting a pumice stone and gently rubbing it over stains, you can remove them with ease; just be careful not to scrape it too hard onto the surface, to avoid damaging it.
- Maintain it regularly
Instead of having to tackle stains on a regular basis, you should try to prevent them from happening in the first instance, and this can really only be achieved by cleaning the toilet on a regular basis.
Now you’re ready to tackle the shower, sink and tub, so here are a few removal tips for common stains such as:
- Soap scum
Mix white vinegar with equal parts water in a spray bottle, and squirt the solution onto any affected areas. Leave it to work its magic for a few minutes, then lightly scrub it with a brush or sponge. You can try sprinkling baking soda on before squirting the vinegar for an extra stain removing boost.
- Hard water
Notoriously difficult to eradicate, a combination of lemon juice or vinegar may do the trick. Rub half a cut lemon onto the stained areas, or pour some vinegar onto them, and leave them for a short while before rinsing them off. Stubborn stains may be more responsive to a combination of baking soda and water, applied and gently scrubbed off.
By wiping down and drying off sinks, tubs and showers after every use, you can stop hard water stains from building up.
- Mineral deposits
Equal parts of white vinegar and warm water can be applied to affected areas with a sponge or cloth, and once the solution has sat on the surface for a few minutes, it can be gently scrubbed off and rinsed. Tougher stains may require the use of a toothbrush or scraper to eliminate all traces of deposits.
As with most rooms in the home, regular cleaning is key to keeping your bathroom hygienically clean and free from ugly stains, and hiring a professional company to come and clean it a couple of times a week can stop stains from ever becoming a problem.
