Are you frustrated with spending hard-earned money on harsh chemical cleaners for toilets? It’s possible to achieve a sparkling clean bathroom using just two items you probably have in your cabinets. The toothpaste and baking soda toilet cleaning method has gone viral on social media, but it’s not just a passing trend; it’s an easy-to-use solution that will save you time. The combination of the deodorising properties of baking soda and the mild abrasiveness of ordinary toothpaste makes an excellent cleaning paste capable of breaking down tough mineral deposits and the surface biofilm that typically builds up in toilets. The method is all about allowing chemistry to do the dirty work for you by having the paste sit on top of the toilet for a while to dissolve the grime, making it easy for you to rinse it off with very little effort.
Tips to clean the toilet seat using baking soda and toothpaste
- At first, sprinkle some baking soda in a generous amount around your toilet water line and on the seat before you start your daily routine and/or leave to go to work in the morning. To help the baking soda adhere to the porcelain and start to neutralise odours immediately, misted the powder with a damp sponge.
- If you have trouble with yellow stains like yours or hard water marks on the toilet seat, don’t waste your energy trying to scrub them away. All you need to do is apply a little dot of toothpaste directly to these stained areas. The hydrated silica in the toothpaste is a microscopic polisher that will eat away at the bad stuff from the stains while you wait.
- The real secret to a truly no-brush method is to be patient. Leave the mixture on for 30-60 minutes. The chemicals in the ingredients used in the mixture chemically break down the bond holding dirt and biofilm onto the toilet surface during this ‘dwell time.’
- After waiting some time, the chemical bonds will have started to break down. To remove it from the seat, wipe the area with a wet cloth, using as few strokes as possible for the best results. To remove from the bowl, just flush it down the toilet. By using a toothpaste with foaming agents in it, you will have a ‘sudsy’ effect that will help you move any loose particles directly to the drain.
How this ‘no-brush’ method saves your time and money
When you use a mixture of baking soda and toothpaste instead of using commercial toilet cleaners, you can save money and the environment. Baking soda is safe, natural, and inexpensive, making it a great option for cleaning. You don’t have to worry about harsh chemicals getting into your cleaning solution, so this is not only a money saver; it’s also a ‘set-it-and-forget-it’ way of cleaning. Instead of wasting 15 minutes on your hands and knees scrubbing the toilet, just apply the mixture and let the chemistry do the work while you do something else around the house or go to work.
Does the type of toothpaste matter for this cleaning hack
Most toothpastes work effectively when used correctly, but an uncoloured toothpaste is generally thought to be superior to a coloured gel between the two for whitening porcelain. The main distinction is that many white paste forms have significantly more calcium carbonate or silica in their formulation, giving them the capability to create a very mild abrasive polish on your porcelain, unlike many of the others. The second option is to stay away from a charcoal-covered toothpaste because it can leave a mess of dark residue after a thorough rinse.
Will this homemade cleaner damage the toilet seat
No, there is a significant advantage to using this no-brush method, which is that this method is also extremely gentle. Toothpaste is used to type out your dental enamel and has been made to be a safe way for you to polish your teeth. This mixture can be used safely without damaging your seat. Your toilet seat will maintain its original shine without being scratched or damaged due to the detergent, acid or bleach in this combination.
How often should you use this toothpaste and baking soda method
The best way to use this product for the prevention of stain buildup is to use this product once every 1-2 weeks, as it is provided with this methodology to help maintain the air quality in your bathroom as well as to help eliminate the need for you to scrub hard to get rid of heavy-duty stains from your bathroom and get rid of those stains at that time.
