A Handy Guide To Cleaning Your Bathroom

Cleaning the bathroom is never a glamorous affair, but it needs to be done. A dirty, grimy bathroom is the perfect breeding ground for bacteria and germs that can make you and your loved ones fall ill. Whether you have a domestic helper to do the work for you or not, read this helpful checklist to tackle your toilet:

What To Do: DAILY

Essential Cleaning:

• Clear the floor of towels and dirty laundry

• Wipe down the vanity or counter top

• Hang up the rubber non-slip bath mat and/or floor mat to dry

• Remove hair from shower drain

Extra Cleaning:

• Remove residue from soap dish or soap dispenser

• Quick-clean shower stall with daily cleaning spray

• Sweep or vacuum hair and surface dirt

• Scrub bathtub

Optional Cleaning:

• Wipe down the mirror

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What To Do: WEEKLY

Essential Cleaning:

• Clean the mirror of splatters and stains

• Remove residue from soap dish or soap dispenser

• Scrub bathtub

• Sweep or vacuum and mop floor

• Clean shower stall glass and walls

• Scrub toilet bowl and clean the exterior

• Scrub the sink and clean vanity or counter top

• Clean all faucets to a polish

• Empty waste bin

• Wash and dry toothbrush holder

• Launder floor mat

Extra Cleaning:

• Wash rubber non-slip bath mat

• Wipe down wall tiles and backsplash

• Dust light fixtures and window ledges

• Clean windows

• Remove and wash shower curtain

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What To Do: MONTHLY

Essential Cleaning:

• Wash rubber non-slip bath mat

• Remove and wash shower curtain, and clean the rod

• Wipe down wall tiles and backsplash

• Dust light fixtures and window ledges

• Clean windows and coverings (such as roller blinds)

• Clean towel rods and ring holders

• Throw away any empty bottles to declutter the space

Extra Cleaning:

• Pour vinegar down drains to prevent clogs

• Refill air freshener or scent diffuser

• Vacuum air ventilation vent covers

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What To Do: QUARTERLY

• Clean ceiling

• Vacuum air ventilation vent covers

• Scrub wall tile grout with brush

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What To Do: ANNUALLY

• Seal natural stone flooring

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Text: Louisa Clare Lim, Home & Decor