Bathroom cleaning is a necessary chore, but it need not be an uncomfortable task if you use the right products and tools. Further, instead of popular store-bought products that are laced with chemicals and release toxic fumes, you can try DIY cleaning products using basic ingredients available in your kitchen. The ingredients required here are usually safe. Here are six ways you can clean the bathroom in an eco-friendly manner:
Use vinegar
Vinegar offers the acidity required for a thorough cleanup, especially when used on metal surfaces like showerheads and taps. You can remove the showerhead attachment and soak it in vinegar overnight. The liquid will gently erode the layer of dirt and grime accumulated on the attachment, leaving it spotless and clean.
Try a baking soda paste
Mix organic dish soap with baking soda to create a powerful cleaning agent. This homemade paste can help remove soap scum residue on the tiles, the door, and walls. The best part is that the paste will not leave an odor or stain the tiles.
Use a homemade drain cleaner
One part baking soda mixed with two parts vinegar is a potent cleaning solution that can get rid of stains easily. You can pour this solution into a clogged drain to dissolve the gunk that has accumulated over time. The best part is you are not pouring any chemicals that pollute the water when this waste is released, making it an eco-friendly bathroom cleaning solution.
Try natural floor disinfectant
Baking soda mixed with warm water can be a good disinfectant for the floor. Add half a cup of soda to a full bucket of warm water and mix well. Using a mop, wipe down the floor tiles and allow the soda to clean the white tiles thoroughly. You can add scented oils and keep the washroom fragrant without any chemical fumes or toxins.
Get eco-friendly cleaners
You can shop for cleaning products that are free from harsh chemicals and preservatives and leave no fragrance whatsoever. Meliora products, Blueland bathroom tablets, Ethique spray concentrate, and Branch Basics are some of the top sustainable bathroom cleaning products.
Consider spot cleaning
Spot cleaning a few times every week is an eco-friendly solution, as you will use less water and half the products than you would during a weekly or fortnightly clean up. With a good bristled angled toilet bush, you can scrub down the areas around and under the seat.
