Brilio.net - Stains in the toilet are often a difficult problem to overcome. Dirt from dust, water, or waste can accumulate over time, making the toilet look dirty and less hygienic. If left too long, the stains can harden and become a crust that is difficult to clean.
Cleaning the toilet requires special materials to get maximum results. Most people rely on porcelain cleaning fluid to remove stains. However, if the scale is too stubborn, this fluid is often not effective enough to clean it thoroughly.
As a solution, some people choose to rub the crust in the toilet using sandpaper so that the stains are easier to remove. This method is quite effective, but it requires extra effort and risks damaging the porcelain surface if not done carefully.
However, besides using sandpaper, there are other more practical tricks to clean the toilet. One YouTube user, my assistant, once shared how to clean stubborn limescale with a faster and less laborious method.
How to clean toilet limescale.As reported by brilio.net on Thursday (6/3), the YouTube user admitted to mixing his own toilet cleaner. Instead of using porcelain cleaner, he relied on two ingredients found in the kitchen, namely baking soda and apple cider vinegar.
photo: YouTube/my assistant
How to use it is also quite easy. First, prepare a bowl. Then add baking soda and apple cider vinegar to taste. For the measurements, you can adjust the thickness and width of the stubborn crust in the toilet. Now, stir these two ingredients with the help of a brush.
Next, immediately apply the vinegar and baking soda to the stubborn crust in the toilet. While applying, spread it evenly over the entire toilet. Once it is evenly distributed, let it sit for 5-10 minutes so that the crust can fall off even more.
photo: YouTube/my assistant
After being left alone, the stubborn crust in the toilet seems to have faded. However, for maximum results, scrub the toilet again with a brush. Or you can also use a brush if the crust stains are very stubborn. Once brushed, flush the toilet until clean.
photo: YouTube/my assistant
Natural ingredients that can be used to clean the toilet.Cleaning the toilet requires effective ingredients to remove dirt and bacteria. Moreover, the stains and bacteria are quite thick and stubborn. Here are some natural ingredients that can be used to clean the toilet:
1. Vinegar.
White vinegar is an effective natural cleaner for removing stains and bacteria from your toilet. Mix vinegar with water and spray it on the toilet surface, let it sit for a while before cleaning with a toilet brush.
2. Lemon.
Lemon juice can help remove bad odors and freshen up the toilet. Use lemon juice to clean the toilet surface.
3. Baking soda.
Baking soda is a powerful cleaning agent that can help remove stains and odors from your toilet. Mix baking soda with water to make a paste, then apply it to the surface of the toilet and let it sit for a while before scrubbing with a toilet brush.
4. Salt.
Salt can also be used as a natural cleaner to remove dirt from the toilet. Mix salt with water to make a paste, then apply it to the surface of the toilet and clean with a toilet brush.
5. Eucalyptus oil.
Eucalyptus oil has antiseptic properties and can help eliminate bacteria in the toilet. Mix eucalyptus oil with water and use it to clean the toilet surface.
6. Apple cider vinegar.
Apple cider vinegar can also be used as a natural toilet cleaner. Mix apple cider vinegar with water and spray it on the toilet surface, let it sit for a while before cleaning with a toilet brush.
7. Orange oil.
Orange oil has a fresh scent and can help remove stains and odors from the toilet. Mix orange oil with water to make a natural toilet cleaner.
8. Peppermint essence.
Peppermint essence has a refreshing aroma and can help eliminate bad odors in the toilet. Mix peppermint essence with water and use it to clean the toilet.
9. Lavender essence.
Lavender essence can also be used as a natural toilet cleaner. Mix lavender essence with water and use it to clean the toilet surface.
How to keep the toilet from getting dirty quickly.To keep the toilet clean and not get dirty quickly, some routine maintenance steps can be applied. One of them is to clean the toilet regularly using a special cleaner to prevent stains from building up and hardening. Cleaning at least two to three times a week can help maintain its cleanliness.
In addition, the use of cleaning fluid or disinfectant is also important to kill germs and bacteria. Pour the cleaning fluid into the toilet, let it sit for a few minutes, then brush the surface so that stains and crust do not stick.
The habit of throwing trash such as tissues, sanitary napkins, or other objects into the toilet should be avoided. In addition to making the toilet dirty quickly, this habit can also clog the drain and cause an unpleasant odor.
Finally, make sure the bathroom is well ventilated to keep the air fresh and the humidity low. Good air circulation will prevent mold and mildew from growing around the toilet, keeping it cleaner.
(brl/lut)