HOW TO CLEAN YOUR BATHROOM SINK & FAUCETS
Your bathroom comes in contact with a lot of elements on a daily basis aside from just water. Faucets are easy places for dirt, soap, and calcium buildup to accumulate causing your faucet to look unappealing. Luckily, cleaning up your bathroom or kitchen faucet is easily accomplished. In fact, most of the materials should already be in your home already.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Water
- Washcloth
- Toothbrush
- Cleaning vinegar
- Dish soap
- Non-abrasive cleaner
Steps To Clean Faucets
Start by checking faucet material. This is pretty self-explanatory and quite honestly, in most cases doesn’t even need to be done since most faucets are constructed with durable materials to withstand most cleaning chemicals. Yet, it doesn’t hurt to check since there are some cases where chemicals can warp or alter the finish of your faucet.
Begin by performing a light, initial scrub. With a damp washcloth, apply a small amount of dish soap onto the cloth and lather it around until you see substantial foam and bubbles forming. Then, simply rub the cloth around the surfaces of your bathroom faucet, making sure to get every area, especially between faucet handles. Rinse the soap off with water.
Don’t forget about the edges. One of the most important areas to clean is the edges where the faucet base meets the sink. This area is a hotspot for grime and dirt so it’s crucial to clean these spots regularly. This is where an old toothbrush will comes handy. Grab your toothbrush and scrub away.
Apply cleaning vinegar. If you finished steps 1-3 and still see some visible dirt or markings, try applying a water-vinegar solution with equal parts water and vinegar. The acidity of the vinegar should aid in removing some of those hard to get rid of marks.
Steps To Clean Bathroom Sink Bowl
Gather Supplies. Before starting, gather all necessary cleaning supplies, including a mild bathroom cleaner or vinegar, baking soda, a sponge or soft cloth, an old toothbrush, and a microfiber towel. Having everything at hand will streamline the cleaning process.
Remove Debris and Rinse. Clear the sink of any personal items, and rinse away loose debris and hair. This can be done by running hot water, which also helps to loosen grime and makes scrubbing easier.
Apply Cleaner and Scrub. Apply a bathroom cleaner or a mixture of vinegar and baking soda to the sink surface, including the faucet and drain. Let it sit for a few minutes to break down soap scum and grime. Use a sponge or soft cloth to scrub the sink thoroughly. Use an old toothbrush to clean around the faucet, drain, and any hard-to-reach areas.
Rinse and Dry. Rinse the sink thoroughly with warm water to remove all cleaning residue. Wipe down the sink with a microfiber towel to prevent water spots and give the sink a polished look. Ensure the faucet and handles are also dried to avoid streaks and spots.