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Technique to
Clean a Toilet
Conducted by:
Drs. Agustinus Agus Purwanto, MM
 How To Clean a Toilet
Cleaning a toilet can be a very disgusting
chore, but at least it's uncomplicated,
right? Actually there is a right way to begin
cleaning a toilet. The right way prevents
the spread of bacteria and viruses. The
right way of cleaning a toilet also saves
time and energy. Find out the right way to
get your toilet clean.

Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: 10-20 minutes
 How To Clean a Toilet
1. Remove everything from around the
toilet.
Cleaning the toilet is a messy job, and
there's always the chance of splashing
cleanser or toilet water outside of the
actual toilet. Prevent extra cleanup by
removing all excess items from around
the toilet. Don't forget to remove anything
on top of the tank to prevent dropping
items into the bowl during cleaning.
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2. Flush and add cleaning solution.
Flush the toilet with the lid down to
prevent splashing or spraying. Add
your choice of powdered, liquid, or
gel cleanser to the bowl. Try to
apply the cleaner as close to the
toilet rim as possible to prevent
diluted cleanser.
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3. Clean the exterior of the toilet.
While the cleansing solution soaks into
the toilet grime in the bowl, clean the
outside of the toilet. Start at the top to
prevent dripping on already clean
surfaces. Spray the tank, handle, and
tank edges with cleaner and wipe down.
Next do the outside lid of the toilet.
Finally wipe down the entire bowl. Start
with the sides and front before cleaning
the bottom edges of the toilet where it
meets the floor.
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4. Clean the toilet seat.
The toilet seat should never be neglected.
It is the part of the toilet that comes into
actual contact with people, and it needs
to be cleaned thoroughly. Raise the seat.
Spray the seat, inside lid and the rim of
the toilet with cleanser. Wipe down the
lid, seat, and hinges at the back of the
toilet seat. Some toilets have hinges that
will pop open to allow better access for
cleaning.
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5. Clean the inside of the toilet bowl.
Begin cleaning the bowl from the top
down. Always begin scrubbing
under the rim first. Look under the
rim to get all the stains and grime
scrubbed away. Next scrub the
bowl. Finally scrub the hole at the
bottom of the toilet. Flush the toilet
with the lid down.
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6. Wipe up any drips or spills.
Wipe up any drips of cleanser or
water that may have occurred. Put
away tools and trash. Replace the
items removed in step 1. Enjoy a
clean toilet.
 Tips To Clean a Toilet
Wear eye protection when cleaning a toilet. It
prevents splatters of toilet water and cleaner.
You may also want to use gloves to prevent
contact with your hands.
Flush the toilet with the seat lid down to prevent
splattering and splashing.
Do not use sponges when you scrub a toilet.
Sponges are a great way to breed bacteria, and
there are already enough in bathroom. Paper
towels are a great options because they are
thrown away. If you use reusable cloths, wash
them immediately in their own load on hot water
with bleach.
 What You Need To Clean a
Toilet
Goggles or glasses.
Toilet brush.
Gloves.
Cleanser for inside of bowl.
Cleanser for outside of the toilet.
Paper towels or cloths.
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Pros
An automatic cleaner is easy to use and easy to
maintain.
Cons
The toilet will still need to be scrubbed
occasionally. These cleaners aren't a good idea if
you have pets or children who are likely to have
access.

Powder Toilet Cleaners: Powder Toilet cleaners

are designed to scrub a toilet without scratching it.
These cleaners are a good choice when staining
of the toilet bowl is an issue.
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Pros
If you have rust or water deposit stains in your
toilet bowl, using a powder cleanser offers enough
scrubbing power without scratching your toilet.
Cons
Be careful not to scratch the surfaces of the toilet,
which will allow future staining to occur more
easily. Abrasive cleaners also require the use of
an additional brush.

Toilet Brushes: Toilet brushes are bristle brushes

that usually come with a storage container. Many
companies market the toilet brushes to match
bathroom decor.
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Pros
A good toilet brush with stiff all-plastic
brush and bristles does a great job at
scrubbing a toilet. Don't choose a brush
with bristles attached to wire. This can
damage toilets.
Cons
A toilet brush needs to be thoroughly
disinfected and/or kept away from areas
where it could cross contaminate with
bacteria. Cheap brushes can also damage
the toilet.
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Eye and Hand Protection:

Pros
Even the most experienced toilet cleaner can
occasionally splash water and or cleaner during a good
scrubbing. Protect your eyes with goggles and your
hands with gloves. This is one of the filthiest places in
your home. You do not want the contents or the
cleaner anywhere near your eyes and hands.

Disposable Toilet Cleaning Systems: Almost every

cleaning product company has some form of a
disposable toilet cleaning system on the market. This
systems allow you to have disposable prefilled cleaning
heads, or automatic cleanser triggers that keep you
from relying on a reusable brush and separate
cleanser.
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Pros
These systems save time because there is little
cleanup. The cleaning systems work fairly well,
although toilets with staining may still need a
brush.

Cons
Disposable cleaners and cloths aren't friends to
the environment.

Paper Towels vs. Rags: Sometimes it seems as

though the outside has become dirtier than the
bowl. Using paper towels, rags, or sponges along
with a spray cleaner will get the outside as
gleaming as the bowl.
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Pros
Paper towels are able to be thrown away.
There is no risk of contaminating other
surfaces or laundry.

Cons
Paper towels aren't the most
environmentally friendly choice for
cleaning. Use rags if you prefer, but wash
right away in hot water. Otherwise, go with
paper towels, and never use sponges.
Haven Nice Day