When you clean your bathroom, it’s predictable to tackle the sink, tub/shower, toilet, and floors to leave you feeling accomplished and overall better about the place in your New Jersey apartment where you get yourself clean. But before you walk away thinking you and Mr. Clean are done for the day, check out these hard-to-dismiss spots in your bathroom you should pay attention to. You might just be surprised at how much grime and germs gather in these secret spots!
- The shower curtain liner
Perhaps you typically buy a new liner when it starts to collect mold or mildew, or maybe you just wipe it down when it starts to look dirty, but a basic rule of thumb is to clean it once a month! Luckily, shower curtain liners are machine-washable, so just toss it into your machine with a few towels, and you’ll be set till next month.
- The toothbrush holder
You rotate your toothbrush so your oral care stays healthy, so make it a point to clean the holder of this very important tool. Soak it in hot water and scrub with a separate toothbrush to get rid of aged residue and germ buildup.
- Your loofah
You wouldn’t think that this shower item needs cleaning attention since it’s used specifically for soap and suds, but it can gather tremendous buildup and transfer these germs to your body. Try popping it into the microwave for 20 seconds to eliminate these germs.
- The doorknob
This is one spot in New Jersey apartments that is probably largely ignored but arguably carries the most bacteria. With every member of your home touching this before and after each bathroom use, it definitely gathers germs. All it takes is a quick wipe-down with disinfecting wipes, and soon you’ll be in a habit to tackle the doorknobs every week.
- The light switches
Another spot that gets lots of attention, these switches are touched with every bathroom visit both before and after, so include these in your weekly cleaning habit, and you can eliminate the bacteria build-up and avoid contamination—from yourself!
- The toilet brush holder
Cleaning the thing that cleans? It might seem silly, but simply rinsing the holder with hot water and wiping it down with bleach or heavy-duty soap can ensure you’re not cleaning your toilet bowl with old and reused water and build-up.
- Behind the toilet
It’s a no-brainer to hit the top, sides, and insides of your toilet, but don’t forget behind your toilet. Lots of bacteria and germs collect back here since it’s a safe place to hide, but don’t be afraid to get on your hands and knees to reach behind—you’ll feel a lot better overall!
A few quick tips can keep apartments in New Jersey in top notch condition and the best part is – you’ll feel accomplished!