A Guide To Expert-Level Deep Cleaning Your Bathroom
Your bathroom is already a regular spot on your home clean checklist. It’s an area that is used frequently and is home to bacteria and germs. But did you know that sometimes your bathroom needs a bit more of a deeper clean? Because of all the hidden spots, nooks, and crannies, your bathroom can be a breeding ground for foul odors, mildew, and all-around grossness. That’s where we come in! This article will share expert tips for a solid home clean in the bathroom, including cleaning natural stone surfaces, scrubbing the toilet, removing water stains, and more. This guide will take your cleaning to an entirely new level, exposing a sparkle and shine you didn’t even know existed! So, let’s dive in!
Why You Need to Deep-Clean Your Bathroom
The regular home clean that includes a quick wipe down of the room is good, but every so often, a solid deep clean is needed. While a light clean removes some of the grime, it doesn’t get it all, nor does it get in all the cracks and crevices. Unless you have a regular cleaning crew come in, check it here. It’s essential to schedule a really good deep clean for your bathroom. It helps to keep the room sanitary and hygienic, prevent the build-up of mold and mildew, soap scum, hard water stains, and mineral deposits, as well as maintain the aesthetic of your home. That’s why we’re sharing expert-level tips that will deep clean your bathroom, leaving it looking like it’s a brand-new room!
Gather Cleaning Products and Supplies
The first step to an expert-level deep clean is to gather everything you need. This will reduce the amount of time you spend trying to find said products before you start the deep clean.
Things to Gather for a Bathroom Deep-Clean:
- Glass cleaner
- Tile and grout cleaner
- Toilet brush
- Grout brush
- Rubber gloves
- Broom and dustpan
- Microfibre cloth
- Extendable duster
- All-purpose cleaner Toilet bowl cleaner
- Descaling solution
Make and Follow a Deep Cleaning Bathroom Checklist
A checklist is a great way to ensure you get everything. Also, it’s fun to check things off, and it leaves you feeling accomplished. Your checklist should include every surface, and anything touched to clean all the germs and bacteria. Below is an example, but ensure you go through your own space and customize this list to reflect your bathroom deep clean needs.
What to Include on Your Deep-Cleaning Bathroom Checklist:
- Scrub the shower and bathtub.
- Clean the showerhead.
- Clean shower doors/wash shower curtains.
- Scrub the grout in the shower tile.
- Clean the faucet and tub plug.
- Disinfect everything.
- Clean the countertop.
- Disinfect the surface.
- Clean and disinfect soap dispenser, toothbrush holder, and anything else that sits out on the counter.
- Clean the sink and faucet and disinfect.
- Wipe down the light switch and fixture.
- Wipe down and disinfect the garbage can.
- Clean and sanitize toilet bowl.
- Clean and sanitize the toilet flusher and toilet tank.
- Remove and clean the exhaust fan.
- Clean any vents in the room.
- Clean and disinfect window sill, handle, and clean glass.
- Wash all bath mats, towels, facecloths, and window coverings.
How to Deep Clean the Shower/Bath
What You’ll Need:
- Rubber gloves to protect your hands.
- Cleaner of your choosing.
- Tile and grout cleaner.
- Scrub brush.
- Scouring pad.
- Microfiber cloth.
- Disinfectant.
What to Do:
Remove everything from the shower/bathtub, including shampoos, soap bars, shower curtains, etc. Wet surfaces with warm water to loosen dirt and grime. Generously spray the cleaner over all surfaces (shower/bath walls, faucets, bathtub, etc.) Allow the cleaner to sit for a few minutes. Using a scouring pad, scrub the walls, tiles, and grout. (Use an old toothbrush if needed.) Rinse with hot water thoroughly. Use the cleaner to wipe down the faucet, plug, and shower head as well. Use a microfiber to dry and shine the shower/bath. Once clean and dry, hang up the clean shower curtain and return the shampoo containers.
How to Deep Clean the Toilet
What You’ll Need:
- Rubber gloves
- Toilet bowl cleaner
- Toilet brush
- Bathroom cleaner
- Microfiber cloths
- Disinfecting spray
- Multipurpose cleaner
What to Do:
Deep cleaning the toilet is one of the most important aspects of deep cleaning your bathroom. If it’s not cleaned correctly, it can be a home for germs, odors, bacteria, and even disease. To deep-clean the toilet, put your rubber gloves on, remove anything that is on the toilet, and spray the outside of the toilet with a multipurpose cleaner. Afterward, use the toilet bowl cleaner and toilet brush to scrub away any stubborn stains on the inside. Wipe down the toilet seat, handle, and lid, and disinfect the outside of the toilet thoroughly.
How to Deep Clean the Bathroom Vanity
The bathroom vanity can get quite grimey. If you’re someone who does your makeup in the bathroom, the vanity can be home to a build-up of powders and makeup products. In addition, if you do your hair in the bathroom, you might experience a build-up of hair sprays and other hair products. Brushing your hair can also result in loose hair being on the vanity. The bathroom vanity can be a mess even after a light weekly clean. That’s why it’s absolutely essential to deep clean well.
What You’ll Need:
- Rubber gloves
- Multipurpose cleaner
- Cloth
- Disinfecting spray
- Glass spray
What to Do:
To deep clean the bathroom, you must first remove everything on the counter. Scrub the surface (remember behind the sink faucets and sink), and proceed with disinfecting everything. Afterward, clean the vanity mirror, wipe off the light fixture, and clean the backsplash. Once the vanity is dry, polish up the faucet so it’s shiny again and put everything back in its’ proper place.
How to Deep Clean the Bathroom Floor
You walk on it hundreds of times a week with none other than your feet, so deep cleaning the bathroom floor is very important. A deep clean offers more than just a quick sweep or mop. It is more of a scrub in all the corners of the room. To start, remove everything from the floor. Spray the floor and allow the cleaner to sit for a few minutes for a deeper clean. On your hands and knees, use a scrubber and scrub the floor around the toilet, behind it, and in all the tight corners of the room; use a towel to dry the floor and pick up any extra residue. Don’t put anything back on the floor until it is dry.
Deep Clean the Bathroom Walls
It might surprise you how greasy and grimy bathroom walls get. All the moisture from showers and grime from people’s hands build up and make the walls dirtier than they seem. Using a microfiber cloth, wipe down the walls and ceiling. Practice caution on a ladder to get to the ceiling so as not to fall.
Final Thoughts
Giving your bathroom an expert-level deep clean should be on your cleaning routine. It’s an excellent way to reduce germs, bacteria, mold, and mildew, as well as keep your bathroom looking and smelling great. You don’t need any special equipment for a deep clean but rather some good old elbow grease and scrub effort. Combined, you’ll have yourself a gorgeous squeaky clean bathroom!
