Twenty-four items designed to assist anyone struggling with bathroom cleanliness exhaustion
Title: No Longer Violating Your Cleanliness Standards: The Ultimate Cleaning Guide for a Fresh, Spotless Bathroom
By: Kayla Boyd, BuzzFeed Staff
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1. Let Go of the Scrubbing: A No-Sweat Shower Cleaner
If you've been dreading cleaning your messy tub, it is time to switch up your routine. This post is for those who prioritize relaxation over scrubbing.
Promising Review: "This stuff is a lifesaver. Life is tremendously busy with kids and cleaning the shower is at the bottom of the list. You literally spray it and forget it and just with that little effort, I have a clean shower!! Also great for glass doors. It cleaned everything! Love it!" -Amanda Nichols
Say goodbye to dread and hello to a product that does the hard work for you. The Ultimate Shower Cleaner is a no-scrub solution that eliminates soap scum, grime, and dirt, leaving your shower immaculate. Leave it on for 8-12 hours and then rinse it with warm water. No need to scrub or exert excessive energy. The Ultimate Shower Cleaner retails on Amazon for $20.98, available in two scents, two sizes, and multipacks.
2. Scrubbing Bubbles Toilet Cleaning Gels
Who knew a toilet could be kept clean with the touch of a stamp? The Scrubbing Bubbles toilet cleaning gels can be stamped into the toilet bowl to remove grime and stains. The toilet bowl gets a little clean with each flush, and each gel stamp lasts up to 12 days.
Promising Review: "I was sooo skeptical and was confused about how they'd work but the gel solidifies and with every flush, suds wash through with the water and it really makes a fresh difference. Also the scent is light but really nice and fresh! I recommend these 100%! They're super interesting but they do the job." -Janet
Get six stamps from Amazon for $4.44, available in two scents.
3. Automatic Toilet Cleaning System
No need to waste time with manual scrubbing. Introducing the automatic toilet cleaning system that offers a scrub-free and hands-free cleaning experience. Each powerful bleach cartridge lasts for up to three months, without causing damage to your toilet parts.
Promising Review: "I've installed these in all six toilets in my home and they are a great idea. I've been using this for about four to five years. This device circulates bleach product into the toilet bowl after every flush, where it is needed to prevent staining such as water lines from calcium buildup. The chlorine water is restricted to the bowl, not the tank. If chlorine is in the tank it will erode away the flapper and foam seal which separates the tank from the bowl, requiring more expensive repairs. This product solves that problem with no drawbacks and don't look unsightly like the clamp-on bars of chlorine that are permanently inside the bowl." -Dr. D123
Get the automatic toilet cleaning system from Amazon for $10.53.
4. Internet-Beloved The Pink Stuff
The Pink Stuff all-purpose cleaning paste prides itself on having over 112,000 5-star reviews. It removes even the toughest stains, dirt, grime, and rust from surfaces like your tub, walls, counter, glass, floors, and more. Compared to the Magic Eraser, The Pink Stuff offers more versatility.
Promising Review: "I LOVE THIS STUFF!! It will get ANYTHING UP. I used it to to get weeks old hair dye off my white sink cabinet in the bathroom. Be careful with paint though because it will start to take off the paint as well." -Marie01
Get The Pink Stuff from Amazon for only $5.97.
5. Jetted Tub Cleaner
Clean your jetted tub and reclaim your relaxation space. Dirt and dead skin cells can build up in the jets, but with the jetted tub cleaner, the junk is eliminated, allowing for a calming bubble bath. Simply run your water, pour in some cleaner, and start your jets.
Promising Review: "It's disgusting to see what comes out of your jets when you use this product. I can't believe we bathed in this! I've run bleach and dish detergent through my jets before, and that combination never cleaned with this efficiency. I highly recommended this product." -Amazon Customer
Get the jetted tub cleaner from Amazon for $17.84.
6. No-Drip Foam Mold & Mildew Stain Remover
Years of residue can become caked onto your tub walls, but No-Drip Foam Mold & Mildew Stain Remover can tackle that issue. The foam clings to vertical surfaces and crevices and works to eliminate grime and mildew stains. Use it on your tub, tile, grout, sinks, counters, and more.
Promising Review: "I love this cleaner! I used to spend hours with bathroom cleaners with bleach and a scrub brush in my white tile shower never getting the shower clean! I now spray this on the shower and walk away and in a short amount of time my shower tile is WHITE with ZERO scrubbing. The scent's not bad, it was fine if I had the window open, it was just being down close to it that got me. Seriously, stop looking and buy this." -Suzanne
Get two bottles from Amazon for $22.99.
7. The Bucko Soap Scum and Grime Remover Spray
Have you been avoiding tackling the soap scum and grime that has accumulated on your tub? The Bucko Soap Scum and Grime Remover Spray will dissolve the mess. The product is safe to use on surfaces other than your tub, such as your sink and fixtures.
Promising Review: "Sharing our nasty before picture so you can really see the difference! Our tub/shower has a grippy bottom and scum and dirt cakes on there so easily. The only way I've been able to get it off before was literally scraping it inch by inch, I've spent hours and all it ever got was somewhat clean - never enough for me to want to take a real bath in it. This stuff is expensive but with the good reviews I decided to try it, it works amazingly!! I sprayed it on (it came with a great spray nozzle and a lid) and left it for about 15-20 minutes. Then I took a brush with hard plastic bristles (I believe a soft brush would have even worked) and with less than 20 minutes of scrubbing the entire tub and walls it was cleaner than when we moved in. The grime and scum almost like melted off. It smells pleasant, it's not crazy strong smelling but in an enclosed space I still felt the need to wear a mask while cleaning." -Amazon Customer
Get the Bucko Soap Scum and Grime Remover Spray from Amazon for $19.98 (available with or without spray nozzle or in a bigger size).
8. Pumice Stone
Clean your bathroom of hard water stains and other gross buildup. Pumice stones are tough yet flexible, making them perfect for getting into those tricky areas without scratching your surfaces.
Promising Review: "We rented a home and the toilets were disgusting. Someone suggested a pumice stone and let me tell you it was amazing!! The picture is after just five minutes with the stone. I tried bleach, every toilet bowl cleaner available, and countless hours of scrubbing to no avail...but this stone worked instantly! I will be buying several more!! The stone does dissolve when scrubbing so you need a couple. I was able to do almost two toilets completely that looked awful with one stone!!" -CristaCross
Get a pumice stone from Amazon for $10.79.
9. Toilet Wand Cleaning System
If your toilet is in a less than desirable condition, the toilet wand cleaning system may be exactly what you need. This system comes with a wand, caddy, and six disposable refills to keep your toilet clean and safe from germs and stains without making you reach in there or touch anything gross.
Promising Review: "So, we have a toilet that belongs to the cats. We don't use it, we don't look at it, we like to pretend it does not exist. Even with semi-regular flushing, cat waste is pretty nasty stuff and builds up quickly in the bowl. One of these wands cleaned it up in a single session! Before and after pic attached." -Whitney
Get the toilet wand cleaning system from Amazon for $11.98.
10. Intense Grout Cleaning Spray
Have you ever forgotten what your original floor looked like? The Intense Grout Cleaning Spray removes years of product residue, dirt, grease, and stains from your tiled floor. It is acid-free, safe to use, and doesn't require much effort. You'll be amazed at the transformation!
Promising Review: "I never thought I'd be able to clean my grout out again without hiring someone professional to do it! But this cleaner did the wonder!!! I used it with my steam cleaner and here's the before and after pictures! I did dry brush it before I used the steam cleaner and I saw all the dirt getting out! It really works! It was hard work though, if I ever get a bigger house I might just hire someone to do it." -Chen
Get the Intense Grout Cleaning Spray from Amazon for $19.98.
11. Grout-eez Grout Cleaner
Grout-eez offers an incredibly powerful grout cleaner to help you remove stains, dirt, and beauty product residue from your ceramic or porcelain tile floor. Apply the cleaner directly to the grout, let it sit for 5-10 minutes, give it a light scrub, and then rinse with warm water.
Promising Review: "We moved into our house a year ago and I've been on a quest to clean the grout next to the stove ever since then. I've tried everything - store products, DIY solutions, Pinterest recommendations, you name it. As a last resort I got this and holy cow! I left it on for three minutes as a spot test at first and I could already see a huge difference. I then did two more rounds letting it sit for five minutes each. The scent's not bad, it was fine if I had the window open, it was just being down close to it that got me. Seriously, stop looking and buy this." -Britney Phillips
Get the Grout-eez Grout Cleaner from Amazon for $21.95.
12. Mold and Mildew Remover
Mold and mildew can quickly form in your bathroom, leaving your surfaces looking grimy. The Mold and Mildew Remover requires no scrubbing. Simply spray the surface, let it sit for about five minutes, and rinse it off. This powerful spray kills 99.9% of household mold and mildew, works to lift soap scum, and is safe for glazed and unglazed ceramic tile, grout, vinyl, fiberglass, and plastic.
Promising Review: "Nothing removes mold and mildew from my shower like Tilex. I'm not the best Suzy Homemaker, so my shower can get kinda gross looking. I used the Tilex and my shower was noticeably cleaner after just soaking in the spray for a few minutes. I then scrubbed a bit and even better! Now to get a smaller brush so that I can scrub the bottom better." -Mteren
Get a two-pack of the Mold and Mildew Remover from Amazon for $16.99.
13. Detail Brushes
Get all the cracks and crevices in your lavatory squeaky clean with this set of detail brushes. The bigger brush stays together without fraying for multiple uses, making it easy to clean large areas.
Promising Review: "The bigger brush stayed together without fraying for my entire laundry room. I could do many more rooms with this brush- unlike a toothbrush! Buy them!" -Skylar
Get the detail brushes from Amazon for $8.95.
14. Millipede-Like Hair Remover
Tired of dealing with hair clogs? The millipede-like hair remover will grab all the hair and build-up from your sink or tub drains. The tool is both tough and flexible, allowing you to get into those tricky areas and yank out all the grossness.
Promising Review: "This is the best product ever for getting rid of hair clogs in sink and tub drains! I have two teenage girls with long curly hair and despite them gathering hair that they find in the tub after showering, it still clogs from time to time. All I have to do is put down the drain millipede and it pulls out the hair and removes the black gunk on the side of the drain. It's absolutely disgusting and smells horrible BUT gets the job done without chemicals and a plumber. A must have for every tub/shower drain!!" -D. Darr
Get the millipede-like hair remover from Amazon for $9.99.
15. Green Gobbler Drain Clog Dissolver
Green Gobbler Drain Clog Dissolver helps get rid of hair and soap that have been slowing down your bathroom drains. Pour the dissolver into your clogged drain, wait 15-30 minutes, run warm water, and behold the transformation.
Promising Review: "OK... So I have to do a little review on this product BECAUSE I have had a stopped-up kitchen sink and have LITERALLY tried EVERYTHING down to the industrial products with NO luck. I decided to go on Amazon and read a few reviews. This is the one I decided to go with. I only used one chamber, let it sit for an hour, and then used boiling water. My sink is NO LONGER stopped up!!! I saved a plumber bill and this was $11.97. HUGE win for this woman!!" -Tabpeach
Get the Green Gobbler Drain Clog Dissolver from Amazon for $11.84.
16. TubShroom
Tired of dealing with a messy bathroom after cleaning? The TubShroom prevents gross blockage in your shower from reoccurring. Place it in your drain and let it catch all the hair and build-up before it gets into your pipes. You'll easily be able to remove it and pull off hair at least once a week.
Promising Review: "I was skeptical, but for a few bucks I gave it a go. The FIRST time I used this to clean my shower it took five minutes AND it scrubbed my shower more clean than it has been in years. In the corners, the floor, the glass door...everything came out squeaky clean. I'm NEVER cleaning my shower by hand again." -Terry
Get the TubShroom from Amazon for $11.99 (available in six colors; also available in a sink version).
17. Humble Suds All-Purpose Cleaner
Tackle grime and soap scum on your entire bathroom with Humble Suds All-Purpose Cleaner. This eco-friendly, plant-based cleaner can be diluted and used on all types of surfaces.
Promising Review: "I am officially obsessed with these products! Everything smells glorious, cleans beautifully and I love that I can simply refill the glass bottles. Highly recommend!" -Michelle Arkin
Get Humble Suds All-Purpose Cleaner from Humble Suds on Etsy for $12.95 (available in three scent blends).
18. Beard King Trimmings Catcher
Let go of the hassle of dealing with facial hair in the bathroom. The Beard King Trimmings Catcher helps keep all the hair and build-up off the floor and counter, making disposal easy.
Promising Review: "My girlfriend bought this for me as a present. At first I was skeptical to use, but once I got my hands out it there was no going back. I use my Beard Bib anywhere two to four times a week and cannot live without it. Not only does this serve a big purpose in my trimming routine but now I no longer have to argue with my girlfriend about all the mess that I USED to create. Also, we ordered a beard oil recently and reached out to customer support about the different scents they offer, they were super helpful! Overall it has been an awesome experience and they've truly made me feel like a King!" -Timur
Get the Beard King Trimmings Catcher from Amazon for $11.30 (available in four colors and two versions).
19. RMR Mold and Mildew Stain Remover
Remove mold and mildew stains in your bathroom, on your patio, and more with this powerful spray. You don't even have to scrub! Just spray the area, let it sit for about five minutes, and rinse it off.
Promising Review: "I bought this RMR spray with low expectations, even with the good reviews. The first time I used it to clean my shower it took minutes and provided a fresh, minty scent and amazing results. The following time, I used it on our patio chairs and table and again enjoyed the refreshing experience and the effective results. I feel much better about allowing my daughter to play and relax in the sand-box without worrying about germs and exposure to mold." -Jon P.
Get RMR Mold and Mildew Stain Remover from Amazon for $16.99 (available in three sizes and various packs).
20. All-Purpose Scrubber Kit
Tackle tough grime on every inch of the bathroom with this all-purpose scrubber kit. The rotating brush heads make manual scrubbing a thing of the past.
Promising Review: "This has revolutionized how I clean my house!!! I'm in my mid-50's and my lower back frequently aches. This is perfect because it does all the "work" for you. Such an excellent product that I can't imagine not having!!!" -Tracey Thompson
Get the all-purpose scrubber kit from Amazon for $49.95 (available in six bristle stiffnesses).
21. Shower Door Cleaner
Fight soap scum and hard water stains with this shower door cleaner. This little wonder leaves your shower doors, glass shower walls, and chrome fixtures looking spotless.
Promising Review: "I have owned this product for over a year and use it on a weekly basis. It is easy to use and the glasses have remained streak-free. I have also used it on other surfaces, such as mirrors and stainless steel and have had the same remarkable results." -Karen Collins
Get the shower door cleaner from Amazon for $11.65.
22. All-Natural Accord Glass Cleaner
Get rid of water drops, toothpaste splatters, and more on your bathroom mirror with this all-natural Accord Glass Cleaner.
Promising Review: "I love this stuff. It's gentler than Windex, yet more effective. It doesn't leave Meany streaks like Windex does. It leaves my mirrors and windows shiny and spotless. I love that it smells like a field of wildflowers. It is absolutely fantastic stuff." -Gwen M.
Get the all-natural Accord Glass Cleaner from Viren Apothecary on Etsy for $12 (available in four scents and two bottle options).
23. Squeegee
Tired of wiping down your shower door and mirror with a towel? The squeegee provides a streak-free, easy clean and helps eliminate the hassle of constantly replacing towels.
Promising Review: "Absolutely fantastic for shower doors, mirrors, and any other flat surfaces...like countertops and car windows. Washes off so easily, too." -Tina M.
Get the squeegee from Amazon for $11.99 (available in three sizes and four colors).
24. Electric Cordless Power Scrubber With Extendable Handle
Say goodbye to excess scrubbing with this electric cordless power scrubber. The rotating brush heads are replaceable and can tackle tough bathroom grime underneath the toilet, small crevices in your shower, and more.
Promising Review: "I would rate this tool as a 10!!! I have been searching for something that can get tough grime off my showers. I tried every scrubber I could get to the store and nothing was working. This thing does it all. It is amazing!" -Calia K.
Get the electric cordless power scrubber from Amazon for $49.97 (available in two colors).
A clean bathroom doesn't have to be a chore - these effective products and simple DIY methods help you achieve a fresh, spotless bathroom with minimal effort.
- The Ultimate Shower Cleaner, a market-priority-post for those seeking a no-sweat solution, eliminates soap scum, grime, and dirt in showers, only requiring a 8-12 hour soak and warm water rinse. It retails on Amazon for $20.98.
- Scrubbing Bubbles Toilet Cleaning Gels, available on Amazon for $4.44, offer a unique cleaning method by stamping gel into the toilet bowl to remove grime and stains, with each gel stamp lasting up to 12 days.
- The automatic toilet cleaning system, costing $10.53 on Amazon, offers a scrub-free and hands-free cleaning experience, using a powerful bleach cartridge that lasts for up to three months.
- The Pink Stuff, an all-purpose cleaning paste with over 112,000 5-star reviews on Amazon, removes even the toughest stains, dirt, grime, and rust from surfaces like tubs, walls, counters, and more, at a price of $5.97.
- The jetted tub cleaner, available on Amazon for $17.84, removes dirt and dead skin cells that build up in jets, allowing for a calming bubble bath.
- The No-Drip Foam Mold & Mildew Stain Remover, available in a two-bottle set for $22.99 on Amazon, tackles years of residue on tub walls and other vertical surfaces.
- The Bucko Soap Scum and Grime Remover Spray, priced at $19.98 on Amazon, safely dissolves soap scum and grime on surfaces like tubs, sinks, and fixtures.
- Pumice stones, available for $10.79 on Amazon, help clean bathrooms of hard water stains and other gross buildup, without scratching surfaces.
- The toilet wand cleaning system, costing $11.98 on Amazon, includes a wand, caddy, and six disposable refills to keep your toilet clean and safe from germs and stains.
- The Intense Grout Cleaning Spray, priced at $19.98 on Amazon, removes years of product residue, dirt, grease, and stains from ceramic or porcelain tile floors.
- Grout-eez Grout Cleaner, available for $21.95 on Amazon, offers an incredibly powerful grout cleaner to help remove stains, dirt, and beauty product residue from ceramic or porcelain tile floors.
- The Mold and Mildew Remover, offered in a two-pack for $16.99 on Amazon, requires no scrubbing and kills 99.9% of household mold and mildew, working to lift soap scum and safe for various surfaces.
- Detail brushes, available for $8.95 on Amazon, help clean all the cracks and crevices in your lavatory effectively.
- The millipede-like hair remover, priced at $9.99 on Amazon, is a tough and flexible tool that grabs hair and build-up from sink or tub drains.
- Green Gobbler Drain Clog Dissolver, costing $11.84 on Amazon, helps dissolve hair and soap that have been slowing down bathroom drains, by pouring the dissolver into the clogged drain, waiting 15-30 minutes, running warm water, and observing the transformation.
- TubShroom, available for $11.99 on Amazon (also available in a sink version), prevents gross blockage in showers from reoccurring by catching hair and build-up before it gets into the pipes.
- Humble Suds All-Purpose Cleaner, priced at $12.95 on Etsy, is an eco-friendly, plant-based cleaner that can be diluted and used on all types of surfaces.
- The Beard King Trimmings Catcher, helps keep facial hair and build-up off the floor and counter in bathrooms, making disposal easy.
