25 Expert Recommended Bathroom Cleaning Hacks

Let’s be real—bathrooms are magical little spaces where we start our day feeling fresh and end it trying to wash off all the chaos. But, they also have a not-so-magical side: grime, soap scum, mildew, and smells that make you go, “Did something crawl in here and die?” Yeah, been there. The good news? You don’t need to spend hours scrubbing like a Cinderella in training. With the right hacks, you can keep your bathroom sparkling without losing your mind—or your Saturday.


So, grab your coffee (or wine, no judgment), and let’s chat about 25 expert recommended bathroom cleaning hacks that actually work.







1. Use Vinegar for Sparkling Mirrors



Forget overpriced glass cleaners. White vinegar + water = streak-free mirrors. Spray, wipe with a microfiber cloth, and boom—goodbye toothpaste splatters. Ever wonder why vinegar works so well? It cuts through grease like a champ.





2. Lemon Juice for Faucets



Hard water stains? Meet your new bestie: lemon juice. Slice a lemon, rub it on the faucet, wait a few minutes, and wipe clean. It looks shiny enough to check your reflection. (Bonus: it smells amazing.)





3. Baking Soda Bombs for Toilets



Skip the harsh chemicals. Mix baking soda, vinegar, and a few drops of essential oil into little “toilet bombs.” Drop one in, let it fizz, then scrub lightly. It’s like a science experiment—but one that ends with a fresh toilet. :)





4. Dryer Sheets on Baseboards



Baseboards collect dust like it’s their side hustle. Wipe them with a used dryer sheet. Not only does it clean, but it also leaves a dust-repelling layer. FYI: it works on blinds too.





5. Use a Squeegee Every Shower



This one’s less “hack” and more “habit.” Keep a squeegee in the shower and swipe down tiles and glass after each use. It prevents water spots and mold from building up. Two seconds now saves 20 minutes later.





6. Vinegar in the Showerhead



Weak water flow? Your showerhead is probably clogged with mineral deposits. Fill a plastic bag with vinegar, tie it around the showerhead, and leave overnight. Rinse in the morning, and it’ll spray like new.





7. Toothbrushes for the Nitty-Gritty



Don’t toss your old toothbrushes. Use them for grout lines, around faucet handles, and shower tracks. It’s oddly satisfying to scrub those tiny spots.





8. Essential Oils in the Toilet Roll



Want your bathroom to smell good all the time? Put a few drops of essential oil inside the toilet paper roll tube. Every spin releases a little burst of freshness.





9. Shaving Cream on Mirrors (No Fog)



Hate foggy mirrors after a hot shower? Rub a thin layer of shaving cream, wipe it off, and enjoy a clear reflection. Yep, no more ghost-face staring back at you.





10. Vodka for Mold and Mildew



No, I’m not telling you to drink while cleaning (though… tempting). Spray cheap vodka on moldy spots, wait 10 minutes, then scrub. Alcohol kills the spores and leaves tiles clean.





11. Hair Dryer for Water Rings



Water rings on wooden bathroom furniture? Blast them with a hair dryer on warm for a few minutes. The heat evaporates the moisture, and the stain disappears. Magic.





12. Baby Oil on Chrome



After cleaning your faucets, rub a little baby oil on them. It keeps them shiny and helps repel water spots. It’s like a moisturizer—for your sink.





13. Hydrogen Peroxide for Grout



Spray hydrogen peroxide on grout lines and let it sit for 15 minutes before scrubbing. It lifts stains without bleaching everything around it. Ever wondered how pros make grout look brand-new? This is it.





14. Dish Soap for Shower Doors



Mix dish soap and vinegar in a spray bottle. Spray on your shower doors, let it sit, then rinse. It cuts through soap scum better than most pricey cleaners.





15. Cornstarch for Shine



Weird but true: cornstarch + water makes a natural polishing paste for sinks and counters. It leaves everything super smooth. Just don’t confuse it with baking soda. ;)





16. Toothpaste for Chrome Fixtures



Out of cleaner? Grab your non-gel toothpaste. Rub it on faucets, then buff with a cloth. Works like a mini-polish session. Plus, minty-fresh taps.





17. Tea Bags for Mirrors



Steep a few black tea bags, let them cool, and use the liquid as a mirror cleaner. The tannins dissolve grime and leave a streak-free shine. Who knew tea was good for more than just gossip sessions?





18. Salt for Rust Stains



Got rust stains on sinks or tubs? Sprinkle salt + lemon juice, let it sit, then scrub. It’s basically nature’s scouring powder.





19. Use a Pumice Stone for Toilets



For stubborn toilet stains, gently scrub with a wet pumice stone. It removes rings without scratching the porcelain. Just don’t use it dry—that’s a disaster waiting to happen.





20. Rubbing Alcohol for Shine



Spritz rubbing alcohol on faucets and counters, then wipe. It disinfects and makes surfaces sparkle. Also dries super fast, so no streaks.





21. Steam Clean with a Kettle



Don’t own a steam cleaner? Use your kettle to direct steam on problem areas like grout or shower corners. Wipe right after, and the grime comes off easily.





22. Keep Baking Soda in a Mason Jar



Put baking soda in a mason jar with holes in the lid and stash it behind the toilet. It absorbs odors 24/7—no fancy air freshener needed.





23. Vinegar on Shower Curtains



Mildew on shower curtains? Toss them in the wash with a cup of vinegar. Comes out fresh and clean—no scrubbing required.





24. Use Car Wax on Tiles



Apply a thin layer of car wax on bathroom tiles (not the floor, unless you want a slip-n-slide). It prevents soap scum buildup and makes cleaning easier.





25. Regular Decluttering = Easier Cleaning



This one’s less glamorous but sooo important: keep only what you need in your bathroom. The less stuff you have sitting around, the less you have to move and clean. Simple but life-changing.





Final Thoughts



See? Cleaning your bathroom doesn’t have to feel like punishment. With these 25 expert recommended bathroom cleaning hacks, you’ll save time, money, and maybe even your sanity. Plus, you’ll actually enjoy walking into your bathroom instead of holding your breath like you’re entering a crime scene.


And IMO, the best part? Most of these hacks use stuff you already have lying around—vinegar, baking soda, lemon juice—so you’re not dropping $$$ on a cleaning aisle shopping spree.


So, which one are you trying first? The vinegar showerhead trick? The toilet fizz bombs? Or are you more excited about fog-free mirrors (because same 🙋)?


Trust me, once you start using these hacks, your bathroom will go from “ugh” to “ahhh” in no time.



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