Cleaning the bathroom is always a pain. No matter how hard you work at
keeping your space as clean and dirt-free as possible it always seems to
attract grime. However, if you’re sick of scrubbing germs and bacteria
away from your bathroom fixtures and fittings, the good news is that there are
several upgrades you can put in place to make your bathroom much easier
to clean.
Choose The Right Materials
Tiled bathrooms look great but they’re a
nightmare to clean. The grout can attract all the mold and mildew which
is then almost impossible to clean. The good news is that you don’t need
to tile your bathroom. Instead, why not opt for real-stone waterproof
veneer or glass surfaces? Or even a wipe clean vinyl which comes in a
large sheet with virtually no grout at all required. If you really want
tiles, there are better options. You can choose large tiles that have
narrow grout lines. This produces a contemporary, stylish look with
minimal upkeep – a double win for you!
Touchless Faucets
If
you’ve ever seen touchless faucets in shopping center or restaurant restrooms and thought about
how much better your bathroom at home would be with one, you can finally
have your dream! Now, there are lots of home faucets for your bathroom
which will eliminate dirt and germs from your faucet surfaces thanks to
the integrated sensors. There are even some home models available which
will light up as soon as you get near the sink. This doesn’t just look
futuristic, it’s also a real bonus if you’re using the bathroom during
the night and don’t want to put the light on!
A No-Groove Toilet
Everyone hates scrubbing the toilet. It’s something that we can all
agree on. Cleaning all the revolting cracks and crevices around the back
of the toilet bowl and cistern can be truly disgusting. Luckily,
there’s a better solution – the single piece toilet. Traditional two
piece units feature separate tanks and bowls with lots of crevices and
grooves which are almost impossible to clean properly. A one piece
toilet, made from just one bit of porcelain, will save you hours of
scrubbing and there’s no need to get up close to the gross parts of your
toilet. You should also look for a pressure assisted toilet which will
slash cleaning time while eliminating backups. The powerful water jet
will scrub out the bowl removing any unpleasant particles. These toilets
even help you to save water thanks to their eco-friendly design.
An Exhaust Fan
If you don’t have an exhaust fan in your bathroom,
it’s time to make the upgrade. Exhaust fans fight micro-organisms in
your space, combating mildew and mold as well as protecting your trim,
paint and walls from unsightly bacteria growth. When left unchecked, the
excess moisture in your bathroom causes deterioration of the paint,
trim and wallboard, but spending money on an exhaust fan will save you a
fortune in repairs later on. Even if your bathroom has an exhaust fan
already, take a closer look at the latest models which are more powerful
and quieter while also requiring less energy to keep them running. The
latest modern models also have humidity sensors which will automatically
switch on the fan when you get in the shower or bath and then switch
off once the air has cleared. While you’re thinking of ways to remove
excess moisture from your bathroom, consider installing a dehumidifier.
This is an especially good option when you don’t want to go through the
hassle of installing an exhaust fan in your bathroom. A dehumidifier is
the best way to prevent mold from taking hold in your bathroom with
minimal fuss. Effectively removing the moisture from the air, it’ll
protect your space from condensation and damp that eventually causes the
unsightly and unhealthy problem of mold and mildew.
Put these
upgrades in place and you’ll save hours of time in cleaning your
bathroom! Never again will you spend your entire weekend scrubbing
grime, bacteria and dirt away from your toilet, bathtub, shower and
walls. You can enjoy all the benefits of a beautiful bathroom with none
of the downsides! Perfect!
