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Keep in mind even though a toilet looks clean it may not be healthy clean. When one thinks of a toilet it is usually associated with nasty and dirty, especially the toilet bowl. It is a waste of time to try to sterilize the inside of a toilet bowl.
How to Clean a Toilet Healthy Clean
Spray and wipe down the tank, the rim, seat, lid, the handle, and the outside of the commode. These parts are where people basically interact with the toilet. Yes it is hard to think about interacting with a toilet but it is true. Sitting on the seat and touching the handle to flush cause this interaction process. These parts can be disinfected but it will not last for long.
Did you know that leaving the lid up when the toilet is flushed will send bacteria particles splashing everywhere? This is not a problem if the lid is put down before flushing. There are products on the market that claim to clean toilets so the consumer does not have too. This magic tablet only gives clean water inside the toilet bowl.
Elbow grease is what is needed for a truly cleaning a toilet. It is wise to use eye protection when cleaning the toilet this will save your eyes from any chemical splatters. A stiff bristled brush is the proper tool when learning how to clean a toilet properly. This brush and bristles should be all plastic.
Twisted wire brushes that have bristles poking from it may be cost effective but can scratch the toilet bowl and may cause permanent damage. Rubber gloves are also a required supply needed when cleaning a toilet. Paper towels are used for cleaning the outside of the toilet.
A sponge should never be used, they spread germs and disease.
A toilet cleaner or non-abrasive cleaner is recommended. Comet is a very good option it will not scratch but it will provide the little abrasion needed.
A spray cleaner may be preferred and 409 is a good spray cleaner to use.
A bleach spray can be used but is best to use this if an incident of illness is in the home. This will kill flu like germs and also disinfect the toilet. Bleach cleaners should not be used for everyday cleaning.
How to clean toilet starts by removing any items sitting on the tank, any rugs or mats around the toilet and lid covers. Flush the commode and add the cleaner, not to the water but to the bowl above the water. If you place it in the water it will dilute it. Next scrub the bowl with the brush scrubbing under the rim first, then the bowl and finally the trap. Flush with the lid down. Wipe down the outside of the toilet with a spray cleaner and paper towels.
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