Brilio.net - After years of use, the crust stains on the toilet often become difficult to remove, even though they have been cleaned regularly. The most difficult parts to clean are usually in the corners of the toilet base, where crust accumulates and hardens. Many cleaning attempts are unsuccessful, so the stains are left alone.
It is no wonder that various toilet cleaning tricks are circulating on social media. One of the well-known methods is using sandpaper. The rough texture of this tool can help scrape off stubborn stains on the toilet's surface, making it cleaner without having to use excessive chemicals.
However, if you don't want to use sandpaper, there are still other alternatives that can be tried. A trick to clean the crust in the toilet was once shared via the YouTube account OMPRAM CHANNEL.
In the upload, the account owner shows the condition of the toilet that has been used for almost nine years and has accumulated limescale. Although the cleaning process takes time, the end result proves that the toilet can be cleaned again with the addition of three easy-to-find kitchen ingredients.
How to clean bathroom toilet limescale.Quoted by brilio.net from the YouTube account OMPRAM CHANNEL, Thursday (6/3), what needs to be prepared is a container, then add vinegar, baking soda, and enough dish soap. Yup, those are the three main kitchen ingredients to practice this trick to clean the crust in the toilet. Stir until everything is evenly mixed.
photo: YouTube/OMPRAM CHANNEL
After that, immediately apply the cleaning mixture to all dirty parts of the toilet using a brush. Well, to make the cleaning process more effective, the owner of the YouTube account OMPRAM CHANNEL also sprinkles his toilet with citric acid. This ingredient will increase the acidity level of the cleaning mixture so that it is more effective in removing stains.
Next, brush the toilet using a wire brush or pumice stone. The owner of the YouTube account OMPRAM CHANNEL said that it took extra patience to brush this toilet, because the stains were very stubborn. However, a few moments later, the toilet was shiny again as if it had just been brushed.
photo: YouTube/OMPRAM CHANNEL
How, even without sanding, a toilet full of limescale can still be cleaned with this trick, right? Peeking at the OMPRAM CHANNEL YouTube upload, not many netizens have left comments, but this video has been watched more than 200 times.
How to remove odors in the bathroom using kitchen ingredients.
Deodorizing your bathroom using kitchen ingredients is a good option because they are generally easy to find and more environmentally friendly. Here are some ways to deodorize your bathroom using kitchen ingredients.
1. Vinegar.
Vinegar is a natural cleaning agent that can help remove odors from your bathroom. Mix vinegar with water in a spray bottle and spray around the smelly area. Let it sit for a few moments before rinsing it off with clean water.
2. Lime or lemon.
Limes or lemons have antibacterial and refreshing properties that can help eliminate bad odors. Cut a lime or lemon into pieces and place them in your bathroom or squeeze the juice into a spray bottle to spritz on smelly areas.
3. Coffee.
Coffee has the ability to absorb bad odors. Place a cup of ground coffee in the bathroom or place it in an open container to absorb unwanted odors.
4. Baking soda.
Baking soda is an effective cleaning agent and odor absorber. Sprinkle baking soda on the floor or smelly surface, let it sit for a while, then brush or sweep and clean.
5. Mint leaves.
Mint leaves have a refreshing scent that can freshen the air in your bathroom. Place some fresh mint leaves in your bathroom or use mint oil mixed with water to make a natural air freshener spray.
6. Cinnamon bark.
Cinnamon bark has a distinctive aroma and can freshen the air. Place some pieces of cinnamon bark in your bathroom or boil cinnamon bark in water to make a natural air freshener.
7. Salt.
Salt has the ability to absorb bad odors. Place a few small bowls of salt in your bathroom to absorb unwanted odors.
How to remove toilet limescale.Removing toilet limescale can be done with simple ingredients that are easy to find at home. A mixture of baking soda and white vinegar is one effective way to dissolve stubborn limescale. The method is to sprinkle baking soda on the surface of the toilet that has limescale, then rinse with white vinegar. Let it sit for 15-30 minutes for the reaction to work, then scrub using a toilet brush until the stains start to lift. If the limescale is too thick, use a mixture of salt and lime juice as an alternative. The acid content in lime can help soften the limescale, while salt acts as a natural scrub to remove dirt.
In addition to using kitchen ingredients, fine sandpaper can also be a solution for stubborn crust. Gently rub the crusty part of the toilet using sandpaper with a little water so as not to damage the surface. For maximum results, clean regularly so that the crust does not build up again. Also make sure that the air circulation in the bathroom is good and the toilet is always dry after use to prevent the growth of crust and moss. With proper care, the toilet will remain clean and free from stubborn stains.
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