Ok maybe you won't have to never clean your bathroom again but these are 5 things you can do that will help keep your bathroom so much cleaner - for longer! Here is the link for the bamboo toilet paper I mentioned: rstyle.me/+yYCNqv8q9eJS4nROUa6g7A Click here for a clean & tidy home! www.youtube.com/@tarynmaria_?sub_confirmation=1 Join my mailing list for emails that will make your life easier! eepurl.com/iB2aE2 Decluttering playlist: th-cam.com/video/_St9jcbHTJc/w-d-xo.html Time saving cleaning hacks playlist: th-cam.com/video/UBE4zX00wGc/w-d-xo.html Cleaning Routines playlist: th-cam.com/video/X_RMuFRn9Ak/w-d-xo.html
Another trick for keeping soap scum buildup is to use car wax on the surface of the shower and sink. The water and soap just slide right down the drain. Only needs to be done a few times a year.
You shouldn't use bleach in the spray bottle for the shower curtain bottom, because all it does is take the colour out of the mould. White vinegar is what you should use in the spray bottle with the water.
I watched a TV show a great many years ago where they did an experiment in a bathroom. First, they disinfected everything. Then they did swab tests on various surfaces, including some brand-new toothbrushes. Next, they had people using the bathroom as per usual few they next few days, while always closing the toilet lid before flushing. Then they took a second set of swabs. Finally, they had people using the bathroom for a few more days, this time leaving the toilet lid up all the time. Then they took a third set of swabs. The first two rounds of swabs did not show very much that was unhealthy, but the final set of swabs showed enormous amounts of fecal coliform, even on the toothbrushes that were on the other side of the room, several feet from the toilet. I have never forgotten that. Not only do I always keep the lid down for flushing, I also store my toothbrush in the bathroom cupboard. EWWWW!
I've read or seen something similar. I've kept our lids closed for years because of this. And, we have electric toothbrushes, so those get kept in the drawer. (Our toilet is in a separate room from the sink and shower area).
Keeping your shower curtain closed after you’ve showered also helps it to dry which reduces the buildup. I’ve seen lots of people leave it bunched up to the side after getting out. Something simple, but every little bit helps.
Yes, always stretch the curtain out to dry. And the best way to have a clean shower curtain is to regularly wash it! Just wash it with your whites every week (bleach) - easy.
Came here looking for a comment like this. 🙂 It was one of the first things my son noticed when he went off to college and shared a bathroom with other people than family. They would leave the curtain bunched up and it would grow mold. He'd get so irritated. He also didn't realize that I would pay a little extra and get the mold/mildew resistant liners. That helps too. I leave it open to let all of the steam out of the shower and shake the curtain as I pull it back across too, to help get a little extra water off as well. I also have noticed that if my curtain doesn't actually touch the bottom of the tub, but is about an inch or so above it (still well in there) it doesn't get as icky on the bottom edge either. That usually would happen if the tub was draining slowly and the water with all of the rinsed off dirt and soaps, shampoos, and whatever else was used was swirling around the bottom of the curtain before going down the drain. 🤢
I’ve been storing my toothbrush in the vanity for over a decade for this very reason but I can’t believe not everybody knows this. I recently realized I should also close the lid when flushing. I’m so happy to know about bamboo toilet paper!
I've been doing three of these things for at least 10 yrs (some longer) & can attest to the benefits. - Close the toilet lid so the toilet plume doesn't leave feces/urine all over your bathroom (I think I saw that one on a Mythbusters episode) - Bamboo toilet paper. I noticed the dust the fluffy tp left behind the toilet ages ago & switched to the 1 ply stuff they stock in public restrooms But everybody always hated that so Bamboo seemed like a good alternative for the extra plys + the environmental benefits. My preference is the Reel brand (it's is also a Black owned business which I try to support) - Liquid soap vs bar to get rid of soap scum. I think my dad shared that one with me & the reasoning made sense. Tried it & cannot remember the last time I have had to deal w/ soap scum. I mean I never see it.
I use “Who give a Crap” choices of bamboo or recycled. I find the bamboo is ok even for my IBS behind. And the company donates profits to build toilets in third world countries.
My husband will only use bar soap, and I hate it. It absolutely creates a lot of soap scum. He tries to be very neat with it and keeps the bar in a container. The thing that really helps with our showers, though, is using a squeegee on every inch of glass and tile in the shower. We squeegee immediately after showering, and then we wipe every surface, including fixtures and bottles, with a hand towel that we keep just for that purpose. We remodeled and this has kept our showers virtually spotless. It's a royal pain, but it's so satisfying to walk into the bathroom and seeing a clean shower every time. We also run the fan during showering and for 15 or 20 minutes after.
I have a separate toilet and we still close the lid. Yes, I too am a fan of wiping the vanity sink as you go and we use a squeegee on the shower glass after our showers. I have a packet of wipes which I keep in the vanity cupboard to wipe over the tops of tiles and window sills and surfaces in general as we go. I do a full clean weekly and it takes no time 😊 Thanks Taryn ❤
Same, separate toilet, the very thought of a toilet in the bathroom horrifies me. It has been proven even with the seat down there is still some spray that gets out, but not as much.
As one other person commented, I squeegee my shower after using it. I also keep an old, but decent looking wash cloth at my shower that I wipe the areas that the squeegee couldn't get. Additionally, I scrub the shower once every week or so while I'm in the shower - that is the day I use my deep conditioner because I'm in there for a few extra minutes. Lastly, I took the label off my Clorox wipes which leaves a clean white container. I did this with my Glade air freshen as well. Its less intrusive and by leaving it out, you are more likely to use them.
Great tips & the only caveat I would mention is for those with younger kids or toddlers - please be sure you’re keeping all cleaning items and such out of reach especially so for those without labels. If you don’t have a label & a little one ingests something, you wouldn’t know what they ingested when you call poison control (A number you should have in your fridge). Sorry, it’s the first responder in me that had to give a PSA. ☀️Carry on lovelies ☮️
@@Alloy-p3u It's just me, but the labels are ugly. After taking the label off it's just a clean surface. I do not have children around, just hubby and me so it's not a worry - we know what they are
After i shower, i will start st the top of the shower curtain & shake it several times moving down everytime to get the excess water off. When i am finished with that, i will pull the shower curtain "almost" closed, but leave it open just a little on each end, to allow the air to circulate & finish drying the liner.
I have found exactly the same result by using ivory body wash instead of bar soap. I also use an absolute minimum of toothpaste on my toothbrush. Then I almost never need to wipe it out of my sink, which is less waste, less expense, and easier to maintain!
I always rinse my shower after rinsing myself. Unfortunately I have glass doors. Squeegee is a pita. I have a small hand towel. Dry the doors a quick wipe keeps the glass nice and clean
Love these tips. I've kept our toilet lid closed ever since I learned about the spray of the toilet water. Yuck. Plus, I don't like looking inside the toilet unless I'm getting ready to use it.
It’s true! But you can definitely find body wash without the microplastics in them (the ones that have glitter or exfoliants in them I definitely avoid). I also refill the liquid soaps from the pouches to cut the waste.
Good advice. I stopped using body wash when I realized that it was the culprit for skin irritation. Very common toxic ingredient: Methylisothiazolinone. It's also in many shampoos. Please research this!
@@SouthernAnnie Yes! I discovered my allergy to this after a patch test with my dermatologist in 2014. This preservative was in so many things I used daily. I cut out all the products that contain it and after a few months my skin (mainly eyelids) healed. It looked like a chemical burn. For that reason I will always use my dove beauty bar since the liquid version contains MCI/MI. 🙂
Love all those tips. I have been keeping toilet lid closed to flush for years after seeing a video summit that regarding the spray. And I also wash out my sink every time I use it as I just can’t help it and it’s fast! And I just scrub my hands and nails for a couple minutes after. I appreciate the TP-PFAS info. It is in everything but just had to investigate that more. Will look into bamboo. Thank you!
I lived with this gal in college and she wiped down her bathroom everyday. It did seem cleaner and not so moist. I painted my ceiling with mold resistant paint. And I think it helped.
I have two fabric shower curtains. I wash them alternatively on a weekly basis. In the machine with towels. They are as good as new and are 10 years old . That's how I avoid mold altogether
It is a good idea to close the toilet while flush it, but then there are drops on the seat, so it' s important to clean it regularly! The advice with the bamboo toiletpaper could be a real gamechanger. I always wonder where all the dust is coming from! I'll definitely test it. Thanks!
Some comments mention that liquid soap is bad etc. But the video is about how to keep your bathroom cleaner for longer. And I can attest to the bar soap thing, once you switch to liquid soap with no "natural soaps" that is when you have a clean sink and shower area. The same goes for liquid castille soap; it creates too much soap scum, so even though it is a liquid soap, it is a no go if you want to have a sparkling, scum free sink.
Thanks for the good tips, but please consider storing your toothbrushes in a drawer or cupboard. If you feel you have to leave them out, how about covering them with a disposable plastic cup?
I empty the shower head after my shower, squeegee and wipe the tiles down and polish with a microfibre cloth. Takes 5 mins a day and keeps the mould away as the atmosphere is not so damp. Also means no scale/scum build up.
Per shower curtain issue…. Yes! Extend it open after each use. Also…. I use Tilex on bottom of curtain if it is getting a bit yucky-let it sit for 10 minutes or so and spray off. Finally, I too throw mine in the wash- rings and all! They wash just fine and no frustration taking them off and on. I’ve done this with both plastic and metal rings- both do fine in the laundry- both are made to get wet!
I rinse my tub and shower with hot water with the hand wand after every shower and it stays clean and only needs scrubbing every couple of months. It’s just me, so there's that but it works so well. I rinse the shower curtain liner too and I’ve had the same shower curtain liner for years. It has never gotten mold. I did buy a mold less or mold resistant one. I also use liquid soap but didn’t know that helps. I also clean my sink and the surrounding area with my hand like that pretty frequently. It’s easy, fast and stays so much cleaner. Thanks for the TP tip. I’m going to try this one. I need to find a Kleenex one because I use them all the time.
I cut up old clothes and use these, just # 1. #2 is TP. I live in the desert, so I'm drinking tons of water every day. 😅 I'm definitely going to try the bamboo TP. Thank you 😊
Oh dear it's a free-for-all in my bathroom and I can't wait to try out these tips! :-) Especially vexing is the mold on the bottom of my shower curtain; no matter what I do I can't seem to get rid of it. I'm also excited about the bamboo toilet paper. Thanks again for these great tips!
I have iron stains. Went from plastic to a fabric like shower curtain. Now I just throw both the interior fabric and outer curtain in the wash periodically. I dont know if this would help mold.
Thanks for the tip; I just replace my inner plastic liner periodically when it gets moldy (so hard to clean) and I when I run the fabric outer curtain through the washing machine it still comes out with some black spots on the bottom. Maybe Taryn's tips will help the situation! :-)
I live in a condo and my washer and dryer is in a small space inside my bathroom. So add extra dust and lint floating around to the wet environment and my bathroom is a pain to keep clean lol
I keep a pretty hand towel on the towel hook but use a clean washcloth every morning as a “towel”, use it as a towel all day then at the end of the day wash my sink area with it then throw the washcloth in the hamper and put a fresh cloth out the next morning.
my toothbrush & paste next to toilet but I always have it covered with a paper towel- I will forever close the lid of toilet- never knew that TY so much Taryn
Живея в прекрасна къща от 1912 година и тоалетната е отделна от банята, по френски модел. При ремонта не свързах двете помещения поради хигиенните съображения, които изложихте. В банята винаги старателно избърсвам капките вода по нея и крана. Колко е просто - малко ежедневен труд, за да се спести голямо търкане после, често и неефективно поради събралата се нечистотия. Много са полезни съвети, благодаря ви!
Great advice, especially the toilet seat cover! I also avoid dark-colour towels in the bathroom (unless you have a dark-colour bathroom suite/fittings) as towels always shed fibres, and the dark fibre build-up on a white/light-colour bathroom suite is so speedy it just becomes an extra chore.
We switched to a glycerin bar soap, and the shower has been staying pretty clean. We dry the faucet/metal things after showering with our towel each time, and they still look new. Recently, I've been hitting the sink faucet with spray wax (for the car) for a little bit longer shine time. I cringe when someone comes over and doesn't close the toilet seat! Ewww! Will have to try the shower liner trick -that thing does get gross.
I use a liner behind my cloth shower curtain. Then I wash the liner with rugs, especially after summer (moldy). Wash cloth curtain if necessary... It cuts down the excess water mess, as well
My husband and I both tried switching from bar soap, body soap, but we were itching like crazy all the time so we went back to Bar soap. Maybe it was the kind that we were using and you could recommend one. I like using the body wash, but I couldn’t stand the itching.
I was using Dr Bronners soap at the sink and found it left a film, more so than other liquid soaps. I use an olive oil soap bar in the shower, it leaves must less soap scum than regular soap. I also rinse the tub after every shower.
Body wash seems to leave just as much soap scum in our tub. Maybe my kids are dirtier than other people’s. Lol. I think the best tip to keep the bathroom clean is to build an outhouse for the kids and make them wash in the spigot outside. Just kidding! (Not a bad idea tho!) my kids are notoriously messy no matter what I do.
I would never touch my hand onto the basin without using a cloth. I know that everyone brushes their teeth and washes their dirty hands after going to the toilet until that sink.
After showering i spray with cold water so the damp settles, then use squeezy and a towel to dry. And of course open windows afterwards. Everytime i use my sink, I dry it with a cloth, it stays so much more clean. My toothbrush is in my bedroom, so no contamination.
No way would I ever wash my sink or any other surfaces with my hands..after being a nurse for over 40 years..and attending infection controlled in-services and eventually teaching them..this is a disgusting practice..and after showering you can spray down your shower with vinegar or many other surfaces..vinegar has antibacterial properties..just remember to allow it to sit for at 10 minutes to allow it to do its job before rinsing..vinegar also produces a nice shine..I use vinegar a lot..its a natural product ..it will also prevent mildew..I don't know why if cleaning your bathroom you would actually have mold growing...mildew maybe but shouldn't have actual mold..I have kept my toliet lid closed for decades..and don't keep the toothbrushes out on the counter either..you can also rinse your toothbrushes with vinegar and rinse them with no lingering taste
I keep my lid closed unless it’s in use. I cover my toothbrush with a toothbrush cover and then cover the entire toothbrush and handle (it’s electric) with a clear sleeve from makeup cotton rounds. It’s covered twice and the lid is closed. I’ve done this for years. I’m a bit of a germaphob but the thought of having germs on my toothbrush makes me ill. I also keep disinfectant wipes in the bathroom and wipe down my bathroom at night. Love your videos!!!!!! ❤
Tip to never have mold on the shower curtain. Soak it in salt water before the first use. I haven't tried it on a curtain that's been used, so I don't if it works after it's been bet. But I've never had a speck of mold since trying it!
For soap scum keep white vinegar in a spray bottle, and every other week after washing, spray down your shower door, walls, sinks, etc. squeegee. off. My 26 year old shower door is always sparkling clean.
I tried using a fabric shower curtain liner but it gets totally soaked and get water all over the floor. I don’t understand how people use them. Am I doing something wrong? 🤷🏼♀️
What I do is I use a fabric one on the inside and I make sure it hangs inside the tub (so this is the one closest to you when you're showering) and then I have a second decorative fabric curtain on the outside that hangs outside of the tub. You can hang both on the same hooks as well. Have you tried that?
The fabric has to be waterproof. I have used one for many years and it works great. Much better than plastic or vinyl. Easier to wash too. Wash in the washing machine and hang it up to dry
I washed my outer cloth shower curtain that I LOVE and matches my bathroom perfectly and it shrunk like 2 feet in height. It now looks so silly because it's almost at the top of my tub. The store doesn't sell them anymore but I'm so scared to wash it again to make it even worse 😢
I've always kept my toilet lid closed. I think it looks more refined lol. I also use bamboo paper because it's better for the environment. Bamboo is a grass that grows quickly, so is sustainable. I do prefer the premium to the recycled paper, though. I don't like bar soaps and liquid hand wash dries my skin out, so I'm switching to Cetaphil gentle cleanser after this one runs out.
Everytime we use the bathroom sink, we spritz it down with 70% rubbing alcohol, let it sit for one minute then wipe down with a microfiber towel. Sink is disinfected and shiny.
I do all those except the toilet paper deal. Our primary bathroom is always dusty!!! Very bad! I dothink switching toilet paper will solve our problem. It might help some. Our whole house stays dusty. I can dust, and less than a week later, it looks like i haven't touched it. 😢 I love knic knacks but have reduced the number so it's easier to dust. We live in the forest so I'm assuming that's why our house is so dusty.
I have a hard time with the ring of dirt that sets itself up underneath my hand wash and toothbrush holders. It’s a real pain. I have a teeny tiny bathroom with no storage.
Since you mentioned shower curtains... which please do a video on curtains vs. shower doors. Which are easier to keep clean. I absolutely hate the chore of trying to keep the shower door tracks clean 😣
I keep my toilet closed when flushing and always keep toothbrushes and hair brushes and combs in the cabinet or drawer. Wipe down your sink and countertops with paper towels or cleaning wipes and do this with the toilet seat and bottom of toilet. Takes a second. Use a mild scented spray cleaner that doesn’t smell like a hospital
I don't keep my toothbrush in the bathroom. That's gross. I keep it in a cabinet in my bedroom. I clean and disinfect the bathroom every day. Same with the kitchen sink. Lol, yes, I am pretty anal about cleanliness.
Fabric made from bamboo has a negative impact on the environment from the manufacturing process. Do you know anything about the toilet paper? I imagine it’s not too dissimilar because of the need to soften the plant.
Ok maybe you won't have to never clean your bathroom again but these are 5 things you can do that will help keep your bathroom so much cleaner - for longer!
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Another trick for keeping soap scum buildup is to use car wax on the surface of the shower and sink. The water and soap just slide right down the drain. Only needs to be done a few times a year.
My boys call this a posh pee
You shouldn't use bleach in the spray bottle for the shower curtain bottom, because all it does is take the colour out of the mould. White vinegar is what you should use in the spray bottle with the water.
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Yes to vinegar. No to bleach.
Re shower curtains. I have a blue striped curtain. I put it on a 40o wash and add bicarbonate of soda to the detergent. No more pink stains! 😉😲🫶
I watched a TV show a great many years ago where they did an experiment in a bathroom. First, they disinfected everything. Then they did swab tests on various surfaces, including some brand-new toothbrushes. Next, they had people using the bathroom as per usual few they next few days, while always closing the toilet lid before flushing. Then they took a second set of swabs. Finally, they had people using the bathroom for a few more days, this time leaving the toilet lid up all the time. Then they took a third set of swabs. The first two rounds of swabs did not show very much that was unhealthy, but the final set of swabs showed enormous amounts of fecal coliform, even on the toothbrushes that were on the other side of the room, several feet from the toilet. I have never forgotten that. Not only do I always keep the lid down for flushing, I also store my toothbrush in the bathroom cupboard. EWWWW!
Was the show MythBusters? I know they did a similar experiment.
I've read or seen something similar. I've kept our lids closed for years because of this. And, we have electric toothbrushes, so those get kept in the drawer. (Our toilet is in a separate room from the sink and shower area).
Never thought about toilet lids. Thanks🚽🧻
@@roseosterndorf1265 The show was called "The Shopping Bags".
Yikes! Thank you for sharing!
Keeping your shower curtain closed after you’ve showered also helps it to dry which reduces the buildup. I’ve seen lots of people leave it bunched up to the side after getting out. Something simple, but every little bit helps.
Great point!
Yes, always stretch the curtain out to dry. And the best way to have a clean shower curtain is to regularly wash it! Just wash it with your whites every week (bleach) - easy.
Came here looking for a comment like this. 🙂 It was one of the first things my son noticed when he went off to college and shared a bathroom with other people than family.
They would leave the curtain bunched up and it would grow mold. He'd get so irritated. He also didn't realize that I would pay a little extra and get the mold/mildew resistant liners. That helps too.
I leave it open to let all of the steam out of the shower and shake the curtain as I pull it back across too, to help get a little extra water off as well.
I also have noticed that if my curtain doesn't actually touch the bottom of the tub, but is about an inch or so above it (still well in there) it doesn't get as icky on the bottom edge either. That usually would happen if the tub was draining slowly and the water with all of the rinsed off dirt and soaps, shampoos, and whatever else was used was swirling around the bottom of the curtain before going down the drain. 🤢
Yes. Although in the summer I keep it open about 6 inches so air can circulate
Amen to keeping toilet closed when flushing
I go nuts thinking about the bacteria flying.
I’ve been storing my toothbrush in the vanity for over a decade for this very reason but I can’t believe not everybody knows this. I recently realized I should also close the lid when flushing. I’m so happy to know about bamboo toilet paper!
Thank you!
The bidet is even better than bamboo! ❤
Love my bidet!!
But you will need to dry after. I refuse to "air-dry"
I've been doing three of these things for at least 10 yrs (some longer) & can attest to the benefits.
- Close the toilet lid so the toilet plume doesn't leave feces/urine all over your bathroom (I think I saw that one on a Mythbusters episode)
- Bamboo toilet paper. I noticed the dust the fluffy tp left behind the toilet ages ago & switched to the 1 ply stuff they stock in public restrooms But everybody always hated that so Bamboo seemed like a good alternative for the extra plys + the environmental benefits. My preference is the Reel brand (it's is also a Black owned business which I try to support)
- Liquid soap vs bar to get rid of soap scum. I think my dad shared that one with me & the reasoning made sense. Tried it & cannot remember the last time I have had to deal w/ soap scum. I mean I never see it.
Love this, thank you so much for sharing!
I use “Who give a Crap” choices of bamboo or recycled. I find the bamboo is ok even for my IBS behind. And the company donates profits to build toilets in third world countries.
My husband will only use bar soap, and I hate it. It absolutely creates a lot of soap scum. He tries to be very neat with it and keeps the bar in a container. The thing that really helps with our showers, though, is using a squeegee on every inch of glass and tile in the shower. We squeegee immediately after showering, and then we wipe every surface, including fixtures and bottles, with a hand towel that we keep just for that purpose. We remodeled and this has kept our showers virtually spotless. It's a royal pain, but it's so satisfying to walk into the bathroom and seeing a clean shower every time. We also run the fan during showering and for 15 or 20 minutes after.
Great approach - thank you for sharing!
So does my husband
We taught our boys to keep the lid closed. So important!
I have a separate toilet and we still close the lid.
Yes, I too am a fan of wiping the vanity sink as you go and we use a squeegee on the shower glass after our showers.
I have a packet of wipes which I keep in the vanity cupboard to wipe over the tops of tiles and window sills and surfaces in general as we go.
I do a full clean weekly and it takes no time 😊
Thanks Taryn ❤
You are so welcome, Donna! ☺❤
Same, separate toilet, the very thought of a toilet in the bathroom horrifies me. It has been proven even with the seat down there is still some spray that gets out, but not as much.
As one other person commented, I squeegee my shower after using it. I also keep an old, but decent looking wash cloth at my shower that I wipe the areas that the squeegee couldn't get. Additionally, I scrub the shower once every week or so while I'm in the shower - that is the day I use my deep conditioner because I'm in there for a few extra minutes. Lastly, I took the label off my Clorox wipes which leaves a clean white container. I did this with my Glade air freshen as well. Its less intrusive and by leaving it out, you are more likely to use them.
Thank you for sharing!
Great tips & the only caveat I would mention is for those with younger kids or toddlers - please be sure you’re keeping all cleaning items and such out of reach especially so for those without labels. If you don’t have a label & a little one ingests something, you wouldn’t know what they ingested when you call poison control (A number you should have in your fridge). Sorry, it’s the first responder in me that had to give a PSA. ☀️Carry on lovelies ☮️
Sorry, I don't get it. Why take the labels off?
@@Alloy-p3u It's just me, but the labels are ugly. After taking the label off it's just a clean surface. I do not have children around, just hubby and me so it's not a worry - we know what they are
@@Alloy-p3uremoving labels = less visual noise
After i shower, i will start st the top of the shower curtain & shake it several times moving down everytime to get the excess water off. When i am finished with that, i will pull the shower curtain "almost" closed, but leave it open just a little on each end, to allow the air to circulate & finish drying the liner.
That is a great tip - thank you!
I have found exactly the same result by using ivory body wash instead of bar soap. I also use an absolute minimum of toothpaste on my toothbrush. Then I almost never need to wipe it out of my sink, which is less waste, less expense, and easier to maintain!
Interesting! Which one do you use - is it the unscented? I might try that!
Yes!
I also use a broom I dedicated just for my tub/shower with foaming cleanser to clean it with a lot of ease. I got it at dollar tree
Love that!
And bamboo is so much more renewable than trees! Been wanting to make the switch too, thanks for the brand suggestion.
You are so welcome! I will also say, I was pleasantly surprised by the softness - and it's not crumbly!
is it much more expesive?
I always rinse my shower after rinsing myself. Unfortunately I have glass doors. Squeegee is a pita. I have a small hand towel. Dry the doors a quick wipe keeps the glass nice and clean
I do the same - works a treat. Cleaning bathroom walls is the worst chore, hence I can now avoid it :)
That is a great tip, thank you for sharing!
I use magic eraser on my shower doors. It works wonders 😊
Love these tips. I've kept our toilet lid closed ever since I learned about the spray of the toilet water. Yuck. Plus, I don't like looking inside the toilet unless I'm getting ready to use it.
Same! Thank you 😊
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@@cosmicpr2707 and don’t forget keeping the pets out of there!
I have a fan that I put in the doorway of the bathroom and aim it at the shower to dry it after I’m done. It also gets rid of the humidity.
Great idea!
Body wash and liquid soap often contain microplastics. Bar soap is better for the environment
And it’s cheaper to use.
It’s true! But you can definitely find body wash without the microplastics in them (the ones that have glitter or exfoliants in them I definitely avoid). I also refill the liquid soaps from the pouches to cut the waste.
Good advice. I stopped using body wash when I realized that it was the culprit for skin irritation. Very common toxic ingredient: Methylisothiazolinone. It's also in many shampoos. Please research this!
@@SouthernAnnie It strips the oil off our skin.
@@SouthernAnnie Yes! I discovered my allergy to this after a patch test with my dermatologist in 2014. This preservative was in so many things I used daily. I cut out all the products that contain it and after a few months my skin (mainly eyelids) healed. It looked like a chemical burn. For that reason I will always use my dove beauty bar since the liquid version contains MCI/MI. 🙂
Closing the shower curtain, spreading it out completely, after showering, helps the curtain to dry faster, possibly eliminating it from mildew.
Yes!
I had never heard of bamboo toilet paper…thanks for all the great tips Taryn!!🥰
You are so welcome, Ann!
There are big differences in the lint of different brands of toilet paper. I like Cottonelle Ultra Clean.
Love all those tips. I have been keeping toilet lid closed to flush for years after seeing a video summit that regarding the spray. And I also wash out my sink every time I use it as I just can’t help it and it’s fast! And I just scrub my hands and nails for a couple minutes after. I appreciate the TP-PFAS info. It is in everything but just had to investigate that more. Will look into bamboo. Thank you!
You are so welcome, Dorena!
I lived with this gal in college and she wiped down her bathroom everyday. It did seem cleaner and not so moist. I painted my ceiling with mold resistant paint. And I think it helped.
Thank you!
I have two fabric shower curtains. I wash them alternatively on a weekly basis. In the machine with towels. They are as good as new and are 10 years old . That's how I avoid mold altogether
Great idea - I need to think about washing mine more!
I like your videos and your no nonsense approach. 🙂
Thank you so much Amy! ❤️😊
It is a good idea to close the toilet while flush it, but then there are drops on the seat, so it' s important to clean it regularly! The advice with the bamboo toiletpaper could be a real gamechanger. I always wonder where all the dust is coming from! I'll definitely test it. Thanks!
You are so welcome!
Some comments mention that liquid soap is bad etc. But the video is about how to keep your bathroom cleaner for longer. And I can attest to the bar soap thing, once you switch to liquid soap with no "natural soaps" that is when you have a clean sink and shower area. The same goes for liquid castille soap; it creates too much soap scum, so even though it is a liquid soap, it is a no go if you want to have a sparkling, scum free sink.
Thank you for sharing!
How does the bamboo TP work on your septic system? Does disintegrate well, or does it cause problems.
Thanks for the good tips, but please consider storing your toothbrushes in a drawer or cupboard. If you feel you have to leave them out, how about covering them with a disposable plastic cup?
Thank you!
I empty the shower head after my shower, squeegee and wipe the tiles down and polish with a microfibre cloth. Takes 5 mins a day and keeps the mould away as the atmosphere is not so damp. Also means no scale/scum build up.
Awesome!
Per shower curtain issue…. Yes! Extend it open after each use. Also…. I use Tilex on bottom of curtain if it is getting a bit yucky-let it sit for 10 minutes or so and spray off. Finally, I too throw mine in the wash- rings and all! They wash just fine and no frustration taking them off and on. I’ve done this with both plastic and metal rings- both do fine in the laundry- both are made to get wet!
Thank you for sharing!
I rinse my tub and shower with hot water with the hand wand after every shower and it stays clean and only needs scrubbing every couple of months. It’s just me, so there's that but it works so well. I rinse the shower curtain liner too and I’ve had the same shower curtain liner for years. It has never gotten mold. I did buy a mold less or mold resistant one. I also use liquid soap but didn’t know that helps. I also clean my sink and the surrounding area with my hand like that pretty frequently. It’s easy, fast and stays so much cleaner. Thanks for the TP tip. I’m going to try this one. I need to find a Kleenex one because I use them all the time.
Thx for tips but I would never use my hands and then wash my hands thinking I could touch my eye or face or a baby.
Awesome, thank you for sharing!
I cut up old clothes and use these, just # 1. #2 is TP. I live in the desert, so I'm drinking tons of water every day. 😅
I'm definitely going to try the bamboo TP. Thank you 😊
Let me know if you like the bamboo!
Oh dear it's a free-for-all in my bathroom and I can't wait to try out these tips! :-) Especially vexing is the mold on the bottom of my shower curtain; no matter what I do I can't seem to get rid of it. I'm also excited about the bamboo toilet paper. Thanks again for these great tips!
I have iron stains. Went from plastic to a fabric like shower curtain. Now I just throw both the interior fabric and outer curtain in the wash periodically. I dont know if this would help mold.
Thanks for the tip; I just replace my inner plastic liner periodically when it gets moldy (so hard to clean) and I when I run the fabric outer curtain through the washing machine it still comes out with some black spots on the bottom. Maybe Taryn's tips will help the situation! :-)
You can toss a shower liner in the washing machine on a gentle cycle with a little bleach. Then just hang it back in place to dry.
You are so welcome!!
I can do this with a plastic shower liner huh? OK I will give it a try! :-)
spray your shower curtain with white vinegar. It kills the mold. Bleach removes the mold stains. I just learned this and it is a game changer.
I'll have to try this!
I used vinegar in my shower and ruined my natural stone tiles: ( Those stone tiles should have come with cleaning instructions.
I live in a condo and my washer and dryer is in a small space inside my bathroom. So add extra dust and lint floating around to the wet environment and my bathroom is a pain to keep clean lol
I know what you mean!
I actually have embraced all the things you mentioned except for bamboo toilet paper. I use Scott brand, which generates little dust and costs less.
I like Scott too (it's my favorite paper tp) :)
I keep a pretty hand towel on the towel hook but use a clean washcloth every morning as a “towel”, use it as a towel all day then at the end of the day wash my sink area with it then throw the washcloth in the hamper and put a fresh cloth out the next morning.
Great idea!!
Applause - your bathroom sounds so clean.
my toothbrush & paste next to toilet but I always have it covered with a paper towel- I will forever close the lid of toilet- never knew that TY so much Taryn
You are so welcome, Theresa! 😊❤️
Живея в прекрасна къща от 1912 година и тоалетната е отделна от банята, по френски модел. При ремонта не свързах двете помещения поради хигиенните съображения, които изложихте. В банята винаги старателно избърсвам капките вода по нея и крана. Колко е просто - малко ежедневен труд, за да се спести голямо търкане после, често и неефективно поради събралата се нечистотия. Много са полезни съвети, благодаря ви!
Ahhhhh Bulgarian (my husband is Bulgarian!). Thank you so much for watching!! 🥰
@@tarynmaria_ Поздравления!Българските мъже не се включват често при подреждането на дома. Шега. ❤
Thanks for the bamboo toilet paper tip! I'll see if we can get it over here in Germany.
Let me know if you can find it! :)
Great advice, especially the toilet seat cover! I also avoid dark-colour towels in the bathroom (unless you have a dark-colour bathroom suite/fittings) as towels always shed fibres, and the dark fibre build-up on a white/light-colour bathroom suite is so speedy it just becomes an extra chore.
Oooh good call!
We switched to a glycerin bar soap, and the shower has been staying pretty clean. We dry the faucet/metal things after showering with our towel each time, and they still look new. Recently, I've been hitting the sink faucet with spray wax (for the car) for a little bit longer shine time. I cringe when someone comes over and doesn't close the toilet seat! Ewww! Will have to try the shower liner trick -that thing does get gross.
Awesome, and thanks for the tip on glycerin soap!
Car wax helps the toilet flush cleanly every time. Dry the bowl and apply a couple of coats.
Try making or having a cute sign made that says something about closing the toilet lid before flushing. 😊
Try putting a sign up above the toilet asking people to close lid.
I use a liner behind my cloth shower curtain. Then I wash the liner with rugs, especially after summer (moldy). Wash cloth curtain if necessary... It cuts down the excess water mess, as well
Same!
My husband and I both tried switching from bar soap, body soap, but we were itching like crazy all the time so we went back to Bar soap. Maybe it was the kind that we were using and you could recommend one. I like using the body wash, but I couldn’t stand the itching.
Thank you for sharing!
Dr Bronner’s Peppermint
I was using Dr Bronners soap at the sink and found it left a film, more so than other liquid soaps. I use an olive oil soap bar in the shower, it leaves must less soap scum than regular soap. I also rinse the tub after every shower.
Have you tried Aveeno fragrance free liquid soap?
Body wash seems to leave just as much soap scum in our tub. Maybe my kids are dirtier than other people’s. Lol. I think the best tip to keep the bathroom clean is to build an outhouse for the kids and make them wash in the spigot outside. Just kidding! (Not a bad idea tho!) my kids are notoriously messy no matter what I do.
Ha too funny!!
In my bathroom the dust comes from the towels. I can see the coloured dust from my dark towels on my white shelfes.
Id love to hear you address whether shower curtains are better than the glass doors.
You know what? I like the look of glass doors a lot but the shower curtains, to me, are far easier to keep clean!
I grew up with shower doors in the 80's hated them,cleaning was terrible.
I would never touch my hand onto the basin without using a cloth. I know that everyone brushes their teeth and washes their dirty hands after going to the toilet until that sink.
Funny
Nobody noticed this?
Surely you’d at least wash your hands!
The dust is mainly dead skin
Yes!
and fluff from towels
Thanks for these helpful hints especially on the fabric shower curtain
You are so welcome!
Also, good feng shui to keep the lid down.
What about lime deposits? Any fabulous ideas to remove that scaley white buildup
I know what you mean. I know they sell things like Lime Away but I haven't had much success with it!
Can bamboo toilet paper be used in septic systems?
Yes! Mine says it on the box but I also looked into it and it looks like all bamboo tp is safe for septic!
After showering i spray with cold water so the damp settles, then use squeezy and a towel to dry. And of course open windows afterwards. Everytime i use my sink, I dry it with a cloth, it stays so much more clean. My toothbrush is in my bedroom, so no contamination.
Awesome!
No way would I ever wash my sink or any other surfaces with my hands..after being a nurse for over 40 years..and attending infection controlled in-services and eventually teaching them..this is a disgusting practice..and after showering you can spray down your shower with vinegar or many other surfaces..vinegar has antibacterial properties..just remember to allow it to sit for at 10 minutes to allow it to do its job before rinsing..vinegar also produces a nice shine..I use vinegar a lot..its a natural product ..it will also prevent mildew..I don't know why if cleaning your bathroom you would actually have mold growing...mildew maybe but shouldn't have actual mold..I have kept my toliet lid closed for decades..and don't keep the toothbrushes out on the counter either..you can also rinse your toothbrushes with vinegar and rinse them with no lingering taste
Well, we are talking about your own home, not about an hospital. So calling it ,disgusting’ is way to harsh.
@@weltenbummlerin632Doesn't matter if it's your own home. It's still disgusting.
I always close the lid before flushing, and my toothbrush does not sit out in the open.
I keep my lid closed unless it’s in use. I cover my toothbrush with a toothbrush cover and then cover the entire toothbrush and handle (it’s electric) with a clear sleeve from makeup cotton rounds. It’s covered twice and the lid is closed. I’ve done this for years. I’m a bit of a germaphob but the thought of having germs on my toothbrush makes me ill. I also keep disinfectant wipes in the bathroom and wipe down my bathroom at night.
Love your videos!!!!!! ❤
Ahh thank you so much!!! 😊 ❤️
I use a Dolllar Tree shower curtain liner and just throw them away when they get moldy.
Same 😀
I don’t have a shower curtain, but wondered if spraying 3% peroxide everyday would keep the mold at bay. It whitens my tile grout.
You know what could work? I think spraying vinegar could do it!
I use vinegar and hot water in a dish bucket to soak my shower curtain in the shower and then toss in the wash. It works.
I will try that!
Tip to never have mold on the shower curtain. Soak it in salt water before the first use. I haven't tried it on a curtain that's been used, so I don't if it works after it's been bet. But I've never had a speck of mold since trying it!
Wow, I'll have to try that!
For shower curtain cleaning, add a few drops of tea tree oil to your load when you throw it in the washer.
Great idea!
Great content! Love your red sweater...good color on you! Thanks! 😊
Thank you so much, Rebecca! ❤
To me a toilet lid up is the same as an unmade bed. Just makes the room look messy.
I feel the same way!
Lasted study says leave your bed unmade as the coldness kills more dust mites !
@@JoanMurray-j5y I give it one hour and then it must be made!
For soap scum keep white vinegar in a spray bottle, and every other week after washing, spray down your shower door, walls, sinks, etc. squeegee. off. My 26 year old shower door is always sparkling clean.
I knew this was a concern. I trained my little boys to always close toilet seat lids before flushing. Wising all public toilets had lids.
I tried using a fabric shower curtain liner but it gets totally soaked and get water all over the floor. I don’t understand how people use them. Am I doing something wrong? 🤷🏼♀️
What I do is I use a fabric one on the inside and I make sure it hangs inside the tub (so this is the one closest to you when you're showering) and then I have a second decorative fabric curtain on the outside that hangs outside of the tub. You can hang both on the same hooks as well. Have you tried that?
The fabric has to be waterproof. I have used one for many years and it works great. Much better than plastic or vinyl. Easier to wash too. Wash in the washing machine and hang it up to dry
Keep the bottom of the curtain in the bathtub
I use a dollar tree shower curtain liner which I throw away and change out the curtain every few months or so
Great idea that's what I do 😂
I use a cloth one but I make them last for years so I'm not creating as much waste :)
You throw it away? Away where? Landfill?
I cut the bottom part off, WASH IT, use it folded under kitty litter box or under pretty bed sheet t park picnic
Geesh, just wash it. 🙄
Didn't know about the bamboo toilet paper, thank you!
You are so welcome!
I washed my outer cloth shower curtain that I LOVE and matches my bathroom perfectly and it shrunk like 2 feet in height. It now looks so silly because it's almost at the top of my tub. The store doesn't sell them anymore but I'm so scared to wash it again to make it even worse 😢
Oh no! The same thing happened to me with my shower curtain (my outer one). I wonder if they aren't dryer safe?
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Ahhh thank you! ❤
I've always kept my toilet lid closed. I think it looks more refined lol. I also use bamboo paper because it's better for the environment. Bamboo is a grass that grows quickly, so is sustainable. I do prefer the premium to the recycled paper, though. I don't like bar soaps and liquid hand wash dries my skin out, so I'm switching to Cetaphil gentle cleanser after this one runs out.
Thank you for sharing!
Better than bamboo toilet paper is to use an add-on toilet mounted bidet. It pays for itself in cost of paper, and you're so much cleaner.
Thank you for sharing!
Doesn’t most liquid body wash contain the forever chemicals
Some do - you don't want the ones with glitter or exfoliating beads! I also try to stay away from any with parabens and fragrance.
What about using the shower curtain liner
That is what I have - we have a liner and then a decorative outside one.
I only use a real 100% cotton shower curtain, no liner, wash it frequently. No mold, no build up.
Everytime we use the bathroom sink, we spritz it down with 70% rubbing alcohol, let it sit for one minute then wipe down with a microfiber towel. Sink is disinfected and shiny.
Great tips / I never even heard of bamboo toilet paper
I've been liking it!
I wash the liner with towels and it gets nice and clean. No need to throw it away.
I agree!
Thank you
You are so welcome!
I do all those except the toilet paper deal. Our primary bathroom is always dusty!!! Very bad! I dothink switching toilet paper will solve our problem. It might help some. Our whole house stays dusty. I can dust, and less than a week later, it looks like i haven't touched it. 😢 I love knic knacks but have reduced the number so it's easier to dust. We live in the forest so I'm assuming that's why our house is so dusty.
Thank you for sharing!
Someone in the thread suggested using light colored towels in the white bathroom, and darker colors if the bathroom is't white, you get the idea
I have a hard time with the ring of dirt that sets itself up underneath my hand wash and toothbrush holders. It’s a real pain. I have a teeny tiny bathroom with no storage.
Thank you for sharing!
I put 70% rubbing alcohol in spray bottle, use several times a week spray toilet seat, counter to disinfect surfaces.
How do you treat your shower curtain if it’s coloured ? Surely the bleach will distort the colour ?
I meant shower curtain liner (the inside one, I have two)!
@ I only have one and it’s dark grey so this wouldn’t work for me
Yes, yes, and yes! I agree!
Thank you!
I enjoyed this video. 😊❤
Thank you so much! 😊❤️
Since you mentioned shower curtains... which please do a video on curtains vs. shower doors. Which are easier to keep clean. I absolutely hate the chore of trying to keep the shower door tracks clean 😣
Great idea, Susan! And I agree - the tracks are the worst!
I've had a lot of both - shower curtains are easier by far! Just toss it in the wash every week with your white towels and bleach!
Just launder your shower curtain 2x a month.. no dry obviously …. Easy peasy …boom issue resolved
I love your eyebrows. I always wish I'd never starting plucking mine.😊
Aw thank you! It was mostly laziness on my part ha!
I use wipes to wipe down the sink, counter and toilet
Thank you for sharing!
I keep my toilet closed when flushing and always keep toothbrushes and hair brushes and combs in the cabinet or drawer. Wipe down your sink and countertops with paper towels or cleaning wipes and do this with the toilet seat and bottom of toilet. Takes a second. Use a mild scented spray cleaner that doesn’t smell like a hospital
Thank you for sharing!
I once read that dust is actually dead skin cells. Not sure about the toilet paper. Ill stick with my Scott.
I always keep my toilet closed! I knew this
Awesome!
Disposable cream cleanser wipes, would be useful actually near the sink.
I keep a cheap shower liner on the inside of my fabric shower curtain. When I’m tired of cleaning the gunk, I trash it and put up another.
Thank you for sharing!
Why not using bidet for clean your bottom?
New Subbie!!! Thank you for Sharing!!!. I ALWAYS KEEP MY TOILET 🚽 CLOSED!!!!!
I'm so glad you're here Mary!!
I don't keep my toothbrush in the bathroom. That's gross. I keep it in a cabinet in my bedroom. I clean and disinfect the bathroom every day. Same with the kitchen sink. Lol, yes, I am pretty anal about cleanliness.
Fabric made from bamboo has a negative impact on the environment from the manufacturing process. Do you know anything about the toilet paper? I imagine it’s not too dissimilar because of the need to soften the plant.