Baking Soda and Vinegar: Sprinkle baking soda around the inside of the toilet bowl. Pour 1 cup of white vinegar into the bowl.
Scrub: Use a toilet brush to scrub the bowl, making sure to get under the rim.
Let Sit: Allow the solution to sit for 10-15 minutes.
Flush: Flush the toilet to rinse.
Cleaning the Exterior
Spray and Wipe: Mix 1 cup of water with 1 cup of white vinegar in a spray bottle. Spray the exterior of the toilet and wipe down with a microfiber cloth.
Detail Clean: Use a toothbrush dipped in the vinegar solution to clean around hinges and other hard-to-reach areas.
3. Shower and Bathtub
Cleaning the Shower/Tub
Baking Soda and Castile Soap: Sprinkle baking soda over the surface of the tub or shower. Add a few drops of castile soap to a damp scrub brush or sponge.
Scrub: Scrub the surfaces thoroughly, paying special attention to grout lines and corners.
Rinse: Rinse with warm water.
Cleaning the Showerhead
Vinegar Soak: Fill a plastic bag with white vinegar and secure it around the showerhead with a rubber band.
Soak: Let it soak for at least 30 minutes.
Rinse: Remove the bag and run the shower to rinse.
4. Mirrors and Glass
Cleaning Mirrors
Vinegar Solution: Mix equal parts of water and white vinegar in a spray bottle.
Spray and Wipe: Spray the solution onto the mirror and wipe clean with a microfiber cloth.
Cleaning Glass Doors
Vinegar and Dish Soap: Mix 1 cup of white vinegar with a few drops of dish soap in a spray bottle.
Spray and Scrub: Spray the solution onto the glass doors and scrub with a non-abrasive sponge.
Rinse and Dry: Rinse with warm water and dry with a clean microfiber cloth.
5. Floors
Cleaning the Floors
Vacuum or Sweep: Remove any loose dirt and debris from the floor.
Mop Solution: Mix 1/2 cup of white vinegar with 1 gallon of warm water.
Mop: Use a mop or microfiber cloth to clean the floors, making sure to wring out excess water to avoid leaving puddles.
6. Grout
Cleaning Grout
Baking Soda Paste: Make a paste with baking soda and water.
Apply and Scrub: Apply the paste to the grout lines and scrub with a toothbrush.
Hydrogen Peroxide: Spray hydrogen peroxide over the paste and let it sit for 10-15 minutes.
Rinse: Wipe clean with a damp cloth.
Additional Tips
Essential Oils: Add a few drops of essential oils like tea tree or lavender to your cleaning solutions for a pleasant fragrance and additional antibacterial properties.
Ventilation: Make sure the bathroom is well-ventilated during cleaning to help dry surfaces and prevent mold growth.
Routine Maintenance: Regularly clean high-touch areas such as light switches, door handles, and towel racks to maintain a clean environment.
