Tonight, the absolute best way to clean a bathroom, including:
Cleaning a toilet or tub will never be glamorous, but the right tools and techniques can make it significantly easier — and less gross. Below, we’re sharing our very best advice and favorite gear, built on years of testing and a lot of porcelain-scrubbing, to get every nook and cranny sparkling. We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more ›
1. Start by draining the water from the bowl. 2. Apply a disinfectant, scrub thoroughly, and rinse. 3. Don’t forget to wipe down the exterior, too. Our full guide to cleaning a toilet→
1. Spray the floor and walls with a cleaning solvent, and let it sit for a few minutes so it has time to penetrate the gunk. 2. Give it a good scrub, and rinse thoroughly. 3. If you’re deep-cleaning your grout, scrub vigorously to get rid of mold and mildew. Our full guide to cleaning a shower→ Also, you can cut down on grime buildup by letting your bathroom air out after each shower — we recommend turning the overhead fan on or opening the window for at least 20 minutes after you steam the place up.
The best way to keep your bathroom sink clean is a quick wipe-down every few days. But if the drain looks grody or you start to see scaly hard-water stains, it might be time for a deep clean: 1. Scrub the crevices of your faucet or drain with a mix of baking soda, water, and dish soap. 2. Onto the rest of the sink: Spray with a cleaner, and wipe with a microfiber cloth. 3. For stainless steel or chrome faucets with scaly hard-water buildup, fill a plastic bag with warm water and white vinegar, and tie it over the faucet with a rubber band. Let it soak for 30 minutes to an hour, scrub, and rinse. Plus, our advice on how to clean a tub→
This easy-to-clean, hard-to-clog stopper fits in almost any bathroom sink drain, and it catches stray hairs before they congeal into that foul, stringy sludge. It took our testers less than 15 minutes to install, and worked like a charm at keeping drains flowing freely — no icky cleanup required. A blessed hack for clearing hairy drains→
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