There’s a good chance you’re skipping one of these.
Plus, removing all that hidden bacteria will help to eliminatefunky odors!
But because those little crevices are incredibly difficult to reach with most tools, its easy to forgetor ignorethem.
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A lot of the time, the odors you cannot figure out can be coming from there!
Even if you better bust out a screwdriver, its worth it.
She recommends taking the whole seat off and bringing it to the shower or tub.
Then, grab your preferred bathroom cleaner and spray the entire thing down.
Scrub, rinse, then wipe dry with paper towels.
This whole area is a splash and odor zone, she says.
The dribbles are not always visible to the naked eye, but they are there.
When I looked closer, I spotted a thin line of gunk hiding beneath the faucet handles.
Its completely out of sight unless you crouched down and really looked!
But youdoneed to clean the outside too.
She suggests mixing baking soda and water and spreading the paste along the tracks.
Let the solution sit on the tracks for about 10 to 15 minutes to soften the gunk.
Then, scrub thoroughly with a small brush and rinse with water or wipe with a damp cloth.
I once reached up out of curiosity and felt a dusty film that blew my mind, she explains.
Now, I just run a damp cloth along the top every few weeks.
No one ever notices, I swear the bathroom feels brighter afterward.
Bathroom Vents
These are typically so high up, people dont even think about them.
Out of sight, out of mind, right?
But bathroom vents often become clogged with dust and moisture, reducing airflow and spreading allergens, says Sokolowski.
you could also soak it in a solution of water and vinegar.
Rinse thoroughly and ensure the vent is dry completely before reinstalling.
Finish by wiping the surrounding area with a damp cloth.
Rinse thoroughly with clean water and let dry.
McAllister adds that electric toothbrush chargers are also prone to being overlooked.
