An Aussie 'loo expert' has revealed the very common cleaning product that you should never use on your toilet. Sharing on a popular Facebook group, the expert - who works at a Reece showroom - said that bleach can “ruin” many toilet seats, leaving irreparable yellow stains.
The get rid of the stains, the majority of cleaning enthusiasts suggested using a 90p cleaning spray, many will be familiar with – Elbow Grease All Purpose Degreaser. Rachel Marsh said: “Do not use bleach on toilet seats, bleach turns it yellow.
Rosie Evans added: “Create a paste out of baking soda and white vinegar. I had staining on mine from bleach and it rubbed it off instantly with no effort needed.” White vinegar can be purchased for as little as 29p from Tesco and Sainsbury's.
"The biggest don't when it comes to toilet tanks is bleach—do not use bleach or products containing bleach inside the tank, as it can corrode the internal parts of your toilet. If you are aiming to remove tough stains from the tank, I also recommend white vinegar diluted with water."
Use diluted multi-surface cleaners or chlorine-free disinfecting wipes. Rinse your seat with a damp cloth and dry with a soft towel. Don't use brushes or abrasive cleaners, which can scratch or dull the seat's surface. Don't use aerosols, acid, rubbing alcohol, harsh chemicals or cleaners containing chlorine.
Use only mild detergent (such as dish washing soap). After cleaning let the seat air-dry to ensure the hinge area dries completely. If you remove the toilet seat, consider the use of a large utility sink to assist in cleaning.
While you can use bleach to completely sanitize your toilet bowl as part of a mixture, it is not recommended for your toilet tank as it can ruin the inside of the tank.
Don't flush the toilet right away. Instead, let the bleachy water in the bowl stand for 6 minutes; set a timer if you need to.
Forté says you should try to clean your toilet as often as possible, but that you should fully disinfect it every two to three days if someone is sick in your home. Outside of flu season, once a week — or biweekly, depending on how frequently the toilet is used — should suffice.
Hard water tends to damage not only your sinks but also your toilet seats. Hard water contains iron, calcium, and most times, magnesium. These usually stick on the seats causing the colour to change to yellow.
As stated earlier, yellow stains on your toilet seat caused by excessive bleach use are permanent. You will need to paint the seat or replace it to get rid of the stains. With that said, if your toilet seat isn't already stained by bleach use, stop using bleach to clean it and try white vinegar instead.
Don'ts. Avoid going out in sun: Avoid sun exposure after you bleached your face for an hour at least. Even if you do, make sure to apply plenty of sunscreen before going outside. Also, avoid using any other skin products after bleaching your skin.
On the flip side, it is also possible to use chlorine bleach in its purest form to clean a loo. And although you can leave this type of bleach to rest in the toilet bowl for a few minutes at a time, it would be better to only use this type of bleach once a week.
› Leaving neat bleach in the sink can cause damage to all sinks even stainless steel. If neat bleach should come into contact with this product, please rinse thoroughly with warm soapy water. › Chlorine bleach is a very aggressive chemical, it can and will corrode stainless steel.
Chloramine gas can also be released when bleach is mixed with urine, such as when cleaning the area around a toilet or when pets stains are cleaned. Both chloramine and chlorine gases are immediately irritating with a very pungent odor, causing watering of the eyes, runny nose and coughing.
Just like cooking oil, bleach is one of those things you shouldn't pour into your sink. You should also never use bleach to unclog your drains. Doing so can even burst your drain pipes, and you'll be left with a nasty and expensive mess. Last but not least, it's harmful to the environment and sea life.
Daily: Flush your toilet every day (even if it's not in use) to discourage the growth of bacteria. Weekly: Deep-clean your toilet once a week or biweekly—this includes the toilet bowl, exterior and toilet seat. Yearly: Clean your toilet tank twice a year.
Public bathrooms may be teeming with bacteria, but the toilet seat is probably safe for sitting. But the toilet seat is actually the cleanest part of the bathroom, one expert says.
For quick and convenient cleaning, make Lysol® Disinfectant Wipes your best friend in the bathroom. Our wipes can be used to wipe down sinks, tiles, toilet seats, bathtubs, trash cans and the bathroom floor, and they kill 99.9% of bacteria when used as directed.
For tough stains, add peroxide to the bowl targeting smears and splatters, scrub with a brush, let sit for 30 minutes, then flush. You can also use hydrogen peroxide to clean your toilet seat and lid by soaking a rag with the antiseptic and gently wiping away spots or smudges.
1) Spray your toilet with the all-purpose cleaner from top to bottom covering everything from the tank, flusher, hinges, both sides of the lid and seat, rim, exterior bowl and base. Just douse it with product, don't be shy. Let it sit for a minute to start to break down the dirt.
Yes, even after drying, bleach remains toxic.