GREEN WAYS TO CLEAN YOUR TOILET
April 30, 2018 by firstclasshvac
Many individuals in Delaware prefer using eco-friendly products in place of harsh chemicals to clean their toilets. Often these products combat mineral deposits in the water in your plumbing pipes, and these natural cleaners may already be sitting in your household’s cupboards or cabinets. You can protect your family’s health when you learn which green products can make your toilet sparkle and cut down on offensive toilet odors.
Toilet Cleaning Tools
The first step you should take before cleaning the toilet in your Delaware home is to make sure that you have the best equipment to get the job done safely and effectively. Always wear plastic gloves to protect your skin from any bacteria or other organisms that may be present in the toilet. When using a toilet brush for cleaning, be sure that its bristles are made with nylon materials because other brushes, such as wire varieties, may scratch a toilet’s porcelain finish. Pumice stone is also a good alternative and, though it is more abrasive than a brush featuring nylon bristles, the stone is not abrasive enough to scratch a porcelain toilet bowl.
Baking Soda
You can effectively remove toilet stains when you use an environmentally-friendly product that has scouring properties, such as baking soda. Blend some warm water and baking soda until the mixture becomes a paste that is easy to apply to the toilet’s bowl, lid, and porcelain sides and base with a soft towel or clean rag. Work the mixture into the surfaces by rubbing it in, using a clockwise motion, and then use paper towels to remove any excess baking soda before using another water-dampened towel or soft rag to completely clean the mixture away.
Tea Tree Oil
Perhaps the toilet in your Delaware home has a frequent odor problem. You can combat this issue by using tea tree oil to eliminate the unpleasant scent. Add a few drops of the liquid and some warm water into a spray bottle and spritz the entire toilet bowl with the natural blend.
Distilled White Vinegar
One of the most effective eco-friendly products you can use to remove debris and stains from your toilet bowl is distilled white vinegar. Pour 1 cup of the liquid into the bowl and let it sit for at least 10 minutes before using your toilet brush to scrub away debris from the toilet rim and the bowl’s sides and bottom for an instant shine. Pouring some distilled white vinegar into the toilet tank is a great way to remove grime buildup from calcium, lime, and rust deposits from the hard water in your plumbing pipes.
Lemon Juice
Eco-friendly products that contain natural acid, such as lemon juice, are effective at eliminating difficult stains in a toilet. You can simply pour 1/2 cup lemon juice into the toilet bowl and thoroughly clean the bowl with a toilet brush. Stains that are particularly stubborn may require a second application of lemon juice for the stains to completely lift away.
Sulfur Odor in Toilet Tank
Although the use of some natural products is very effective at removing bacteria, germs, and stains from toilets, the ingredients only provide a temporary solution if there is excessive bacteria present in your well water. You may become aware of this problem if you notice that your toilet smells like rotten eggs or sulfur. If you experience this issue, it is a good idea to report the problem to your city’s water officials so that they do an examination of the water quality.
You should always wear protective gear when cleaning the toilet in your Delaware home so that germs and bacteria are kept away from your skin. Only use cleaning items that are sure not to scratch the porcelain surface of your toilet, such as brushes with nylon bristles or pumice stones. Many green household products, including distilled white vinegar and baking soda, are effective at removing stains and debris from your toilet, which can make it look brand new.
The water in the plumbing of your Delaware home may contain rust, lime, or calcium, which can leave stubborn deposits that adhere to your toilet bowl or tank, and some water problems are indicative of plumbing issues that can be serious, needing the immediate attention of a professional plumber. First Class HVAC has been providing knowledgeable and courteous plumbing maintenance to residents of Delaware, in cities such as Milton and Ocean View, and Maryland, in cities including Hebron and Princess Anne, for over 40 years. Contact us today to enjoy our convenient emergency plumbing services and get your home’s plumbing working effectively again.