How to take care of the bathroom?

Apartments in Russia have different layouts. There are apartments where the bathroom and toilet are separate and this is very convenient for all family members, especially if there are many people living in the apartment.

There are apartments where everything is in one room, most often these are studio apartments. Recently, new construction of apartments involves making 2 separate toilets in 2 and 3 room apartments. They can be located in opposite parts of the apartment or be nearby.

The bathroom is a room with high humidity. Organic deposits, mold, fungus - all this can appear in the bathroom if you do not properly care for it. How to properly care for a bathroom? Details in our article.

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Plumbing check.

Plumbing is not done in an apartment for centuries. It should be understood that from time to time it needs to be updated in the apartment, look at the pipes, check the shower stall, the faucet so that there is no water leakage. If this happens, then it increases the humidity in the room, where it is already humid.

Plaque may form in the toilet barrel, it may not drain water well, it may leak. If this happens, then you need to eliminate the cause or buy a new toilet.

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Ventilation.

Next, you should pay attention to ventilation. In a country house, a window is usually installed and the room can be ventilated. In ordinary apartments, this is not possible.

There is a grate in the toilet and bathroom, some air goes out into the ventilation pipe. After a while, dust forms on the grate and it does not pass air well.

Such a system is not ideal for this type of premises, something else is needed, namely a special exhaust fan.

We install the ventilation system. A special device is inserted into the wall tank. When switched on, air is expelled.

After taking a bath, each time you should turn on the device for a few minutes. When installing, you can connect the device so that it turns on with the light. Inexpensive devices have a little noise, if you take a little more expensive, it is almost impossible to hear how the device works.

Ventilation is also useful for furniture in the bathroom, because some furniture does not like moisture, such as wood furniture.

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Room cleaning.

Wash after each bath or shower. Remains of shampoo, gel, soap remain on the surface. We put on rubber gloves, pour a special agent or pour powder and clean. Then rinse with water and wipe with a dry cloth.
Wet towels must be dried on a heated towel rail, and only then hung on hooks.
Let's dwell on each stage of cleaning specifically.

Dust.

There is no escape from it, especially in the city.Periodically, you should wipe all furniture and everything in the bathroom, including handles and doors with a damp cloth.

When buying a mirror for the bathroom, please note that you can buy a mirror with shelves or a small compartment with a door. It is better to buy with a door so that all accessories and cosmetics are not in a prominent place.

We wipe dust from all surfaces, including jars, accessories that are in the bathroom. We clean the air that a person breathes from dust.

Mirror care.

Usually in the bathroom there is a sink with a mirror. Another mirror can be in the shower. They also need care.

You can do the following cleaning once a week. Take a small container, pour water. We put on gloves, dip the newspaper and wipe the mirror. The next step is to take a dry newspaper and wipe it again. This is a "grandmother's" method of caring for a mirror, but this method is for all time. The mirror shines and stains are not visible on it.

To prevent the mirror from fogging, apply shaving foam to the mirror and wipe it.

PVC wall panels.

Often, PVC panels are installed for wall cladding in the bathroom. They are not demanding in care, but still need it. They may have repaired dirt, dust, or water splashes.

To clean the panels, only soft products or liquids are used, as well as soft cloths, hard ones can scratch the surface and the appearance of the panel will no longer be the same.
To reach all corners in the bathroom and toilet room, use a mop.

With PVC panels you need to be very careful. They are made of lightweight material and are easily deformed with strong pressure.

Bin.

Many housewives put a small trash can in the bathroom. When buying, it is best to choose a small size with a lid. It will not show what is inside.

On sale there is a bucket with a pedal. You just need to press lightly with your foot.

How to care?

We insert a regular bag inside the urn, cover it with a lid on top. We throw away garbage: cotton swabs, cotton pads, wet wipes after use, packaging from cosmetics and other hygiene products. When the bucket is full, then open the lid, tie the bag and throw it in the trash can.

Pour bath foam, shampoo or floor cleaner into the container. Leave for 10-15 minutes and rinse with water. Then we turn it over so that the remaining water drains and put it in its original place.

Tap.

In the city, hard water flows from the tap - this leads to the fact that after a while a thin trickle of water flows from the tap. Aerator - the mesh on the base of the tap is clogged.

How to clean an aerator?

We wrap the base of the tap with a napkin and use pliers to unscrew it clockwise. Extrude the cylinder with the grid. With the tip of a knife we ​​hook and remove the mesh itself. Using a needle or awl, we clean the holes.

Next, we collect all the parts and insert the aerator into place. The stream of water flows more.

Cabinet under the sink.

It is better when the sink is larger than the cabinet. If the sink is smaller, then there is a high probability that water will get on the cabinet.
When buying cabinets, bathroom furniture, see the instructions, some say that you can’t get wet, therefore it’s better not to buy them at all, because after a short time the doors dry out from water and high humidity.

Maintenance of lighting fixtures.

Most often in the bathroom and toilet room, white PVC ceiling panels are installed on the ceiling. Holes are made in them and small bulbs are inserted. They also need care, because dust can settle on them. They should be wiped and then the light in the room will be brighter.

blockages.

Plunger - well helps to cope with light blockages in the drain.

If you have a shower stall with a high tray, then you can remove the top panel, disconnect the pipes from the bottom and clean the drain. The most common cause of blockage can be a buildup of hair.

On sale there are special tools for removing blockages. If there is no such thing at hand, then we fall asleep a few tablespoons of soda from the drain hole and pour it with vinegar. They react, begin to hiss and eliminate the cause of the blockage.

Over time, plaque settles in the pipes, various kinds of deposits appear, sometimes there is a smell, then it is necessary to replace the pipes themselves. Every year there are novelties, new material for their manufacture.
If possible, the pipes should not be closed in the wall, but carried over the wall, closing with a special box. Thus, they can always be checked, leaked or replaced.

Tile.

A couple or family goes from room to room. Debris, dust, hair or wool can stick to the slippers. Clean tiles every 2 days if possible. If you like pleasant smells, then when washing, add special products with smells, for example, with the smell of lemon.

It should be remembered that in warm weather it is also hot in the apartment. In a small room, the smell is very strong and therefore it is better to use ordinary water when washing the floor.

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If there are animals.

Ideally, a separate place for washing should be made for the animal, for example, a corner in the bathroom. At the bottom, install a pan with a hole for draining water. Place tiles around and install a partition that will not allow water to enter the floor.

If this is not possible, then when washing the animal, use a special bedding. We put it in the bath or shower. The animal has claws with which it can scratch the surface of the bath, and dirty paws can stain the surface, the litter minimizes these circumstances.

If pets live in your apartment, it is better to wash the floors with plain water.

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How to care for a shower cabin?

After each visit, it is necessary to rinse the shower cabin. Light soap deposits can be washed with dishwashing detergent or special products. After you have washed the shower stall, you need to wipe all surfaces dry with a soft cloth, such as microfiber.

You can clean the shower cabin with a rubber or polyurethane scraper or a soft sponge (rag).
Acrylic, enameled pallet or tile. All shower cabins are made of different materials and there is no universal remedy for everyone. Depending on the type of pallet, a special cleaning agent is selected.

Watering can.

Particular attention should be paid to the shower head itself. In cities, bad water flows from the tap, and after a time when the stream of water is not so strong, the shower should be cleaned. It doesn't have to be completely disassembled. We take a toothpick, a long needle or small screwdrivers for watches and clean the holes from which water flows.

We also treat with a special composition to eliminate plaque and wipe with a toothbrush.
A special filter can be installed on the watering can, which softens the water a little.

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How to take care of the bathroom?

Everything needs care. Bathtubs come in different sizes and are made of different materials: cast iron, acrylic, steel or wood.

After each bath, you need to wash the bath with special products, which are selected depending on the material.

If the house has an animal, elderly people, then it is better to put a special rug on the bottom. The paws of the animal will not make the bath very dirty when washing the paws, and for the elderly it will not be very slippery.

Shower curtain.

A bathroom curtain is a must. It protects the floor, furniture from water ingress.
It needs to be washed periodically. Best and easiest to wash by hand. Then we hang it back on the base, the remaining water flows into the bath and it dries.

There are different types of curtains for sale, size, color, material. Sometimes it happens that the curtain is short and does not completely cover the distance to the edge of the bath. In this case, you can buy additional rings and then the curtain will be lower.

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How to bleach an old bath?

How to make a snow-white bath at home? This question is asked by many housewives.

Over time, stains, rust, stains, smudges appear on the bathtub, and most often this is due to the poor quality of water in the city, as well as improper operation of the bathroom.

First of all, you should pay attention to the material from which the bowl is made. When buying the product, there was an instruction manual and it is worth reading it.
We select special cleaning products according to the material from which the bath bowl is made. Pour the powder or pour the liquid product, leave for a while, and then clean with a brush or soft sponge. If this method does not solve the problem, then we reanimate the bath at home in other ways: acrylic composition, enamel painting or a special liner. All this is done by experts.

If the bath is very old, it has a bad appearance, then you should think about buying a new one. An old bathtub can be used in the garden or donated to those in need.

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Where to store cleaning supplies?

Logically, everything that concerns the bathroom should be located in it.

Cleaning products for an apartment should not be on the same shelf with accessories and cosmetics. For them there should be a special compartment or a separate shelf. Typically, cleaning equipment is household chemicals, a mop, a brush, a rag, gloves and a bucket.

Closet.

Most often, cleaning products are stored in a closet, allocating 2-3 shelves for them. Wardrobe can stand in the bathroom or hallway.

Washbasin cabinet.

Sink cabinets are available in different sizes. If the bathroom has a shower cabin, then there is more space, which means that you can put a wide cabinet with a sink. There are cabinets with drawers for 2 or 3 sections. There are cupboards with doors, where there are several shelves. Let's make the most of the cabinet.

Pantry.

Even in small apartments, you can find a place to make a small pantry. Place shelves and close doors.

A pantry can accommodate a lot of things for storage, and those that are often used are best placed below or at arm's length.

Under the stairs.

In country houses and two-story apartments there is a staircase. Its space is perfect for storing various small things and household equipment.

Shelves in the toilet.

Usually the toilet room is small, but you can still install shelves up to the ceiling above the toilet.

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Ways to eliminate wood lice.

Dust, dirt - this is not all that the hostess may encounter when cleaning the bathroom. Wood lice are a real problem indeed.

What are wood lice? These are small crawling insects that live in the drain. They live in places with high humidity. Sometimes they can be seen around the toilet leg.
In daylight, they hide in damp places, avoiding dry surfaces.

Why do wood lice appear?

The reason for their appearance can be: wet sponges, towels, dripping faucet, condensation on pipes and walls, stagnant water, poorly ventilated rooms.

The first thing to do is to eliminate the humidity in the room. Ventilate or turn on the heater.
We check the plumbing, there may be a leak. We repair the crane, check the joints and fastenings, it may be necessary to treat with sealants in some places. Some surfaces can be impregnated with a moisture resistant composition.
It is better to install a grid with small cells at all communication inputs.

With wood lice, you can try to fight with folk remedies or buy a ready-made remedy in the store.
In the shower, you can close the hole to drain the water. And then no one will crawl out of it.

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Basket for storage of linen.

There is a wardrobe with a laundry basket at the bottom. There are bleaching laundry baskets. What to buy is up to you, but it also needs care.

Dirty things are placed in the laundry basket. When a lot of things have accumulated, we wash them, and then hang them on the clothes dryer.

Dust can settle on the basket, a light shade can get a little dirty.

If the basket is made of plastic, then we put it in the bath or shower. Pour in the cleaning agent and clean with a soft sponge. Rinse with water, wipe with a dry cloth and put in place.

For a good smell, you can add sachets to the basket. A sachet is a fragrant laundry bag.

 

In the Summer, preventive maintenance is carried out everywhere and hot water is turned off. It becomes cool in the toilet and bathroom, so you should not close the door so that these rooms do not turn into a cellar.

When the door is open, the air in the apartment moves and there will be no stagnation.

Houseplants should not be placed, this place is not at all suitable for them.

It is better not to use alcohol cleaners, vinegar to wipe the walls, so as not to breathe in these pores, especially if the family has a small child or a pregnant woman.

If a person does not have the opportunity to do the cleaning on his own, for example, due to age, with a leg or arm injury, then you can turn to friends, relatives, special resources for help and find a professional or contact a special cleaning service.

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