Cleaning & Laundry
How I Clean Our Bathroom Without Making It Complicated
This is my daughter's bathroom, photographed exactly how it looked when I started cleaning — towels out, products on the counter, and the usual things that collect in a bathroom that gets used every day. I don't use a complicated cleaning schedule. I clear everything out of the way, work through the room, and finish with the floor and fresh towels.
Clear the Counter First
Before I spray anything, I move the towels, toiletries, and everything else off the counter. It only takes a minute and makes wiping everything down much easier.
I clean the counter and sink, wipe the faucet, and put things back once the surface is finished.
The Toilet
Next I clean the toilet. I use a disposable-head toilet wand for the bowl, making sure to get under the rim.
Then I wipe the seat, lid, handle, hinges, and base — the places that tend to collect the most mess.
The Tub
I spray the tub and let the cleaner sit for a few minutes before scrubbing. Letting it sit does most of the hard work.
Then I scrub the bottom, sides, and around the drain, rinse everything well, and pull any hair from the drain while I'm there.
Floor and Fresh Towels Last
I finish with the floor so I'm not cleaning it twice. Once that's done, the mats go back down and fresh towels go up.
It won't stay spotless for long — it's a bathroom that gets used every day — but it's clean, reset, and ready to go again.
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What We Use
A few basic things stay in rotation for this bathroom.
- A disposable-head toilet wand
- Disinfecting spray or wipes for the counter, sink, and toilet exterior
- A tub cleaner that can sit for a few minutes before scrubbing
