Let’s face it: Nobody enjoys cleaning out their bathroom, but it’s a necessary job we all need to do routinely. Unfortunately, even if you clean out your bathroom as often as possible, you may still not be doing it thoroughly. Here are a few common mistakes people make when cleaning their bathrooms. We’ll teach you what they are and how they can be avoided the next time you scrub your toilet or clean out your tub.
#1 Forgetting to Dust
We get it – dusting and cleaning your bathroom are both tedious cleaning jobs, and doing them at the same time may feel even worse. However, not dusting your bathroom before you clean means that rather than actually cleansing it, you’re merely pushing all that dust somewhere else. The bacteria will hide in this dust and create even more dust over time, so dusting should always be your first step if you really want to clean your bathroom properly.
#2 Using Cleaning Sprays the Wrong Way
There are several ways you may be using your cleaning sprays incorrectly. They need to be handled properly in order to get the best results, and the worst errors with cleaning sprays can be potentially dangerous mistakes to make. Here are a few things you may be doing wrong:
Not giving your cleaning spray time to settle before you immediately wipe it away is a bad idea. Typically, a cleaning spray needs a few minutes to sit before it’s ready to be wiped.
Forgetting to actually wipe away the cleaning spray is also common. Leaving it behind, however, will just create a buildup that takes even longer to remove.
Mixing bleach with anything isn’t just a bad idea – it’s a dangerous one. Bleach can combine with other chemicals and create toxic fumes. You shouldn’t use it with ammonia or vinegar at all, and you should probably avoid mixing it with other cleaning sprays as well, just to be safe.
Not using the correct cleaning spray in the first place will make your cleaning efforts subpar. Multipurpose cleaners don’t always do the best job, so instead, make sure you choose the right cleaner for each job.
#3 Not Cleaning Everywhere
You may have cleaned your tub, but what about your faucet and showerhead? Did you scrub the inside of your toilet, or merely just around it? Did you take the time to dust the inside of your cabinets, or did you just stop at cleaning the mirror?
Bathrooms are primary spots for sediment buildup, mold, mildew, and all kinds of dust and allergens. If you ignore one area because it’s “not as dirty” or not as visible, then you’re not really cleaning your bathroom at all.
#4 Not Cleaning Your Brushes Properly
Hairbrushes, toothbrushes, and toilet brushes can all build up bacteria and grime over time. If you’re not cleaning them properly, or replacing them every few months, then you’re allowing this bacteria to fester and spread.
With your toilet brush specifically, it may seem like you can just use it, clean it, and put it back. However, you should actually lay it down somewhere to dry, otherwise, you’re only creating a petri dish of bacteria and mold in the brush holder.
#5 Using the Same Sponge Everywhere
Sponges are great, but you can’t use the same sponge for your entire bathroom unless you just want to move bacteria from one place to another. It’s best to buy multiple sponges, and use one for each spot you clean.
#6 Not Ventilating the Room Afterwards
If your bathroom has an exhaust fan, it’s there for a reason, so don’t forget to turn it on when the cleanup is done. If you don’t have an exhaust fan, leave a window open, instead. This will chase the rest of the lingering chemicals out of the room, and ensure your health and cleanliness afterward.
Getting Professional Cleaning Help
If you’re having trouble doing a full deep cleaning of your bathroom, or if you simply don’t have the time to dedicate to making everything shine, then you shouldn’t have to feel like you’re on your own. That’s one mistake there’s no reason to make, especially when you have the help you can call upon.
Blue Daisy Maids provides professional Austin cleaning services you can trust, and we’ll make your bathroom cleaner than it ever was before. We understand how important it is to have a clean, healthy house, and we’ll get the job done thoroughly and efficiently. If you’d like to learn more about our services, or to get a free quote, contact us today.
