Rules for choosing and maintaining a toilet brush

The cleanliness of the apartment and bathroom is of great importance. Accordingly, objects with the help of which order is restored cannot be considered insignificant. Cleaning the toilet is not a whim, but an important part of hygiene. Therefore, here are some subtleties about how to choose toilet brushes.

When buying a brush, you should hold it in your hands, checking how comfortably it fits in your hand. If there are models on the counter with handles of different lengths, you should choose the one that is longer, so you don’t have to bend too low over the toilet. Moderate elasticity and strength of the handle characterize a high-quality model. To determine which toilet brush is best, you should take into account one more indicator - the stiffness of the bristles. Stiff bristles efficiently remove dirt from earthenware. The dismountable brush makes it easier to care for – washing, drying, disinfecting.

Appearance is of no small importance. Color, shape, finish should be combined with the design of the bathroom.

Any brush model should be periodically washed and disinfected, and then dried well. How to wash and clean a toilet brush is described below.

Washing and disinfection are usually carried out using chlorine-containing solutions, hydrogen peroxide, and soda. The stand and the brush itself are washed, rinsed, and dried thoroughly. If all conditions are met, no questions will arise about how to keep the toilet brush clean, because steamed chlorine and vinegar do an excellent job of disinfecting even heavily soiled surfaces.

The brush itself should also be regularly disinfected, even in the absence of infectious diseases. There is no need to be tormented by questions, looking for “revolutionary” ways to clean and wash a toilet brush for a toilet bowl. It is enough to use the same solutions with chlorine or buy any chlorine-containing cleaning product.

If you remember the safety rules when working with harmful substances, there will be no difficulties. When working with chlorine solutions or vinegar, precautions should be taken - wear rubber gloves, avoid getting vapors into the respiratory tract and liquid droplets on the mucous membranes.

If you are at a loss about how often to wash this device, you should remember that there are generally accepted rules for using a toilet brush. It needs to be washed at least once a month, and preferably every week. If there are cases of intestinal infection in the family, the device should be washed and disinfected every day.

Manufacturing materials

Toilet brushes can be made from the following materials:

plastic,
metal,
silicone,
ceramics,
acrylic,
tempered glass.

Budget models include brushes made of plastic, acrylic, and silicone. Thanks to their low price and wide selection of colors, these models always find their buyer. Many housewives choose a modern silicone toilet brush.

More expensive accessories made of ceramics, glass, and bronze are no longer just an attribute of cleaning, but a full-fledged interior detail.

Basic methods

The following products are mainly used to clean brushes:

Domestos;
Silit;
Faberlic for toilets;

Table vinegar is no less effective in removing contaminants, which simultaneously suppresses the activity of pathogenic microorganisms: staphylococci, streptococci and others.

Chemicals

Regardless of the type of household chemical you choose, you can clean your toilet brush using one of the following methods:

Pour the chemical into a container and place the toilet bowl cleaner there for several hours.
Pour the liquid into the toilet and thoroughly clean the device using a brush.
Pour the product into the glass in which the brush is stored and let it sit for at least 15 minutes. This cleaning option is considered more preferable.

Chemicals for household appliances are highly effective in combating dirt and pathogenic microorganisms. However, such products in concentrated form can be harmful to health. Therefore, when using household chemicals, it is recommended to use protective equipment: gloves, face mask, and so on.

Domestos

Domestos is considered the most common household chemical product. This product is able to clean surfaces with various types of contaminants and destroy bacteria. The main disadvantage of Domestos is that the liquid emits a pungent and unpleasant odor. Therefore, after applying the product, it is recommended to leave the toilet.

Silit

Silit, like Domestos, helps clean surfaces from various types of contaminants. Both products are comparable in effectiveness. Silite has a gel structure. This product, due to the hydrochloric acid included in the composition, is able to remove limescale and deposits.

Toilet bowl cleaner from Faberlic

A Fabelric brand product can clean a toilet brush white. The product is based on formic and oxalic acids, which, unlike the above liquids, do not emit a sharp, unpleasant odor.

Sarma

The Sarma gel-based cleaner is relatively cheap, but is not inferior in effectiveness to the above liquids.

Vinegar

To remove dirt from a brush, use a mixture of two tablespoons of salt and four tablespoons of soda. Both components are mixed until smooth. Then three tablespoons of vinegar and boiling water are added to this composition. The resulting liquid is poured into a glass with a brush and kept for 1-1.5 hours.

Detergent

You can also wash the brush using a mixture that includes:

2 tablespoons of detergent;
a quarter glass of vinegar;
half a glass of soda;
2 tablespoons of soda.

The resulting mixture is also diluted with water and then poured into a glass with a device for cleaning toilet bowls.

Lemon acid

10 grams of citric acid should be mixed with a liter of water and a quarter cup of vinegar. After this, you need to keep the brush in the composition for an hour.

Color and design

Manufacturers produce these accessories in a variety of colors. When choosing the color of the brush and glass, you should focus on the design of the toilet. A good housewife's brush or brush for cleaning and washing the toilet should be in harmony with the color of the tiles, fixtures or decorative elements of the bathroom.

If the washroom is dominated by light colors and does not have contrasting trim, the bright color of the cleaning kit will look out of place. Gold and silver patterns on the brush and glass would be appropriate in the case of similar elements on tiles or wall borders.

If the toilet room is finished in marble, a toilet brush with a stand of the same color will look great in it.

The shapes of toilet brushes are also varied. Silicone models are especially different. The good plasticity of the material allows you to give fancy images to products made from it. In addition to the usual flat, round or oval shapes, manufacturers have launched the production of original models in the form of plants, household items, and weapons. In stores you can see a silicone toilet brush standing on the counter in the form of a fruit brush, a pistol brush, a flower vase brush, or anything else.

Varieties

A toilet brush is essentially an artificial fiber brush that is attached to a handle about half a meter long. It is usually sold complete with a glass stand.

Today there are many varieties of such products on the market.

If we talk about the classification of such intimate devices, they differ in color, materials of manufacture and method of storage. Let's look at each indicator in detail.

Material

Its quality and strength depend on what material was used to make the brush. A similar parameter is reflected in the cost of the brush. Today you can find products from:

plastics. There are two types: completely plastic and having a metal rod with a plastic stand. Typically, such brushes are placed on the floor in a special holding device, but you can also find devices without stands. The products are quite cheap, but their strength leaves much to be desired;
glass Such structures are most often fixed on the wall. The floor-standing version is equipped with metal legs or a stand;
silicone. This species appeared on the market relatively recently. The advantage of the material is that it does not absorb moisture and does not provoke the growth of pathogenic microflora. Such an accessory, if stored properly, can last for a long time;
acrylic Made from fairly durable material. Can be found in a variety of colors. In addition, there are transparent specimens that are filled with gel. Careful care is recommended for such products;
ceramics. This is usually an expensive custom-made product. It is distinguished by its high cost and extraordinary fragility;
metal (brass, stainless steel). Fits perfectly into a modern interior. This product is easy to use and maintain.

Brushes have long ceased to be just a device for maintaining frequency

It is necessary to understand that a toilet brush with a plastic or acrylic stand with filler looks out of place in classic interiors, just like a ceramic product in a modern setting.

The more reliable the material, the longer the brush can last. However, this will affect the cost. For example, metal brushes can last much longer than plastic products, but they also cost accordingly.

By storage method

According to the method of placement, brushes are divided into:

floor. Considered a classic type. It is sometimes called a glass brush, since the toilet brush is placed in a special stand that looks like a glass. It is installed directly on the floor. Despite the popularity of this type, it is considered the least hygienic solution. The container where it is stored has dirty, damp conditions, which is a favorable environment for the growth of pathogenic microflora;
wall. This type of brush is not too different from a floor brush. Only the stand in this modification is not located on the floor, but is mounted on the wall. The disadvantages of such a brush are the same as those of a floor brush;
suspension. This storage method is optimal. With this placement option, the brush is hung on a special hook, and the liquid that drains will fall into a glass placed under the brush. This makes it possible to ventilate the device, which does not allow harmful microorganisms to multiply;
multifunctional. Outwardly it looks like a high stand on which other accessories can be additionally placed, for example, containers with cleaning products.

There can be a great variety of options for placing such a prosaic item as a brush.

How to use a toilet brush correctly

In order for the use of a toilet brush to give the desired effect, you must follow some rules:

The brush should be taken by the upper part of the handle;
To better clean the surface, you need to apply a cleaning agent to the bristles;
The toilet should be cleaned with calm, smooth movements, avoiding splashing;
At the end of cleaning, the brush should be rinsed, shaken slightly and carefully placed in a glass. These procedures must be carried out very carefully to avoid splashes on the walls and floor of the toilet.

These were the basic principles on how to properly use a toilet brush. By following these rules, you can keep the toilet clean and tidy.

Accessory requirements

When you are thinking about buying a brush, you need to think about how well it will meet your requirements and certain criteria. There is a small list of characteristics that any toilet brush must meet.

The cleaning element must be made of a synthetic material with sufficient rigidity. With its help, it will be much easier to remove dirt.
The handle is preferably smooth in texture, long enough, and made of durable material. It should be comfortable to hold, but at the same time strong bends are not allowed.
Preference should be given to collapsible models, since cleaning them in this case will be much easier.

Terms of use

Photo of a designer brush

For some this may seem funny. In principle, you have every right to laugh at the instructions for a toilet accessory. However, you should have a clear understanding of how to use a brush. This will be useful to you yourself, and will also allow you to correctly interpret to your child what this thing is, what it is for, and how to use it correctly.

The first thing you need to do is grab the handle comfortably and with a firm grip. Do not hold the toilet brush too close to the cleaning head. Actually, almost every model has a specific section of the handle intended for holding by hand.
Using progressive, gentle movements, begin to remove dirt. You should first dip the brush in water and wet it, after which removal will be easier. In order to simultaneously get rid of excess odors and disinfect the toilet, add a little detergent and cleaner to the toilet.
Drain the toilet using the flush cistern, while placing a brush under the pressure of the water. This will remove any remaining dirt from it and clean it.
After rinsing the toilet brush, shake it off a little, after which you can safely put it back in its rightful place.

There are a couple more very useful tips that you should definitely follow and that it is extremely important to teach your children

When you start cleaning after your business using a toilet brush, do not make any sudden movements. This may result in splashes that fly towards you, onto your clothing, or even onto your skin. We think you shouldn’t imagine what sensations you will experience. Don't take risks, so work the tool smoothly.
Shake the accessory while it is still inside the toilet by hitting the walls directly next to the water in the plumbing. Many people begin to shake off, hitting the end of the handle on the toilet seat. This causes splashes to fly in different directions, onto the toilet seat itself, onto the toilet lid, onto the wallpaper, and so on.

Storage and care

Interestingly, many people prefer glass and wall-mounted models. However, from the point of view of safety and hygiene, this is the most wrong decision.

But the recommended option is suspended. But even here it is advisable to comply with certain conditions:

Your toilet brush should not be in contact with the floor;
The accessory should not come into contact with the wall;
Be sure to place a container underneath it that is wide enough to allow all the water to drain into it.

Now regarding care. Please note that the toilet brush will have to be washed periodically. The more often this happens, the safer it will be to use. Essentially, there are two proven, effective cleaning methods.

Dip the cleaning head into any liquid intended for disinfection, thereby getting rid of all kinds of bacteria and infections.
Wet the toilet brush using white vinegar. Just be careful not to get the liquid on your skin, especially your eyes.

When the disinfection procedure is completed, lower the cleaning head into the toilet, press the water release button, thereby washing the instrument. After this, you can safely put the accessory in place.

It is recommended to hold such events at least once a month. But this is provided that you or your household do not have an intestinal infection. If there are any, then the brush should be cleaned weekly.

As you can see, a brush is far from the simplest accessory for toilets. It has its own characteristics, its own recommendations for use and care.

Despite a number of recommendations for use and selection, you should purchase not only on the basis of safety, so to speak. The modern range of brushes is so huge that all your personal wishes can be combined in one model, and at the same time the tool will fully comply with even the most stringent requirements for hygiene and reliability.

Storage and care

Some housewives wonder how often they need to change their toilet brush. Toilet brushes are items that require regular replacement. Even with constant use of disinfectants, they should be replaced with new ones every 3 months. During operation, you must adhere to the following recommendations:

after each use, the brush is rinsed in water with a disinfectant;
every week the brush should be soaked in disinfectant solutions (with chlorine, potassium permanganate, hydrogen peroxide, boric acid), and the liquid for the toilet brush should be prepared fresh each time;
After visiting the toilet by a person with a gastrointestinal disorder, the brush is cleaned every day.

These are the usual recommendations for cleaning a toilet brush. During disinfection, we must not forget about safety precautions. You should wear gloves when working with disinfecting solutions, avoiding getting them into your mouth, eyes, or mucous membranes.

Removing thick plaque with strong acids

If no folk remedies or cleaning products help, you can use strong acids. These are extreme measures that should be used rarely and the exposure time strictly observed, since such chemicals can corrode the enamel and harm pipes and plastic parts.

Oxalic acid

Moderately toxic organic acid. A popular cleaning product for plumbing fixtures in the times of our grandmothers. Provides perfect whiteness and effectively removes stone. Nowadays it can be purchased at construction stores. Before use, carefully read the instructions and wear thick rubber gloves.

Mode of application:

Pour powdered acid onto a damp cloth.
Apply to contaminated areas. If you need to clean the drain, dissolve it in water.
Wait 1 hour, during which time the plaque will dissolve.
Rinse thoroughly with water using a brush.

Orthophosphoric acid

It is an inorganic acid of medium strength. Using it, you can not only clean the toilet from stone, but also remove rust from the internal parts of the tank. The main advantage of this acid is that it does not damage rubber and plastic elements. Mode of application:

Pour 100-150 ml of acid into the tank and into the drain hole
Wait 15 minutes
Rinse with plenty of water and clean with a brush.

Hydrochloric acid

This is a very strong toxic agent

Will remove stone instantly but should be used with extreme caution. Before use, wear safety glasses, a respirator and thick rubber gloves.

The vapors of this acid are also dangerous!

Mode of application:

Apply liquid to the walls and pour half a glass into the drain hole.
Exposure time – 10 minutes.
Rinse with plenty of water

Electrolyte

Battery electrolyte is produced on the basis of sulfuric acid; it can be found in any store for car enthusiasts. This strong and very dangerous product perfectly dissolves limescale and urinary stones. It can be used only in rare cases. The method of application is similar to the method with hydrochloric acid: apply, leave for 10-15 minutes and rinse with water. When using, follow all safety precautions, avoid splashing the product, as you can get chemical burns.

Leading manufacturers

The modern choice of toilet brushes is so diverse that leading manufacturers of this product segment try to combine all the buyer’s wishes in one product, bringing the device into compliance with all stringent requirements for hygiene and durability.

Brabantia

Product made of plastic and metal. A chrome-plated holder will hide the brush. The base of the stand is equipped with a plastic gasket, which prevents scratches on the coating. Comfortable removal and reinstallation: one side is completely closed, therefore hiding all the details of the brush, and the second is open for convenient placement of the brush in the stand. It has a hard pile, is reliable and lightweight.

What types are there

There are three types of hygienic devices:

cylindrical: have the same length of bristles throughout the base; They cope well with food stuck between teeth and help prevent periodontitis due to the high-quality removal of plaque from narrow spaces. Quite inexpensive and ubiquitous
in the form of a cone: as you move towards the tip of the brush, the bristles become shorter, which makes it possible to penetrate deeper into interdental crevices of different sizes. They cost more than the previous option,
curved: great for people who have braces installed, as they allow you to clean areas that are inaccessible to a regular brush (for example, under the clasps of braces, in the spaces between crowns, and so on). The cost is higher than other models.

Advantages compared to other devices

The product has a number of advantages compared to floss, toothpicks and other oral hygiene items. Most often, users point to the following positive aspects:

cheaper than an irrigator, with almost the same effect,
Great for cleaning teeth with braces,
if there are interdental spaces of different sizes, you can use different attachments of the product,
They clean the bases of teeth well, especially the chewing group: these areas cannot be cleaned efficiently with conventional devices,
promote visual whitening of enamel, preventing the accumulation of pigment in it,
suitable for children.

In addition, brushes massage the gums, improving blood flow in them, thus preventing the development of many dental diseases.

Floor mop

Mop heads are made from different materials, but regardless of this, they must not only be rinsed in a bucket after washing the floors, but also washed after use. Therefore, it is better to buy two nozzles at once, to replace them. You can wash the attachments by hand with detergent or liquid soap, or in a washing machine at temperatures up to 60 degrees C. There is no need to use conditioner or bleach.

To wash and disinfect the mop head, you can do without a washing machine. Rinse it thoroughly, and then soak the rag in a 1:1 solution of hot water and vinegar. Leave for half an hour and then dry thoroughly. Even if you wash and wash the nozzle, you can use it for no longer than 2-3 months. After this, it wears out and does not clean the floors well.

Recommendations

To make the owner happy with the result of washing your beloved assistant, you can use the following recommendations:

If it is possible to unscrew the removable elements, do so.
Never use powders or other products with abrasive ingredients.
Avoid temperature changes; do not wash the multicooker with cold water.
After finishing washing, wipe the kitchen unit dry.

The quality of cleaning the multicooker depends on the choice of detergent.

Liquid dishwashing gel

Simple daily dirt, carbon deposits and grease can be easily removed using a traditional liquid gel dishwashing detergent.

After washing, it is important to completely rinse off any remaining product and wipe the multicooker dry with a soft cloth.

Soft sponge or cloth to wipe dry

When choosing a material for wiping, you need to pay attention to the fluffiness of the napkin, rag or sponge. There should be no pellets or hairs left on the surface of the multicooker, especially on the heating element.

They may burn or get into your food. In addition, the cloth should be soft so as not to leave micro-scratches or damage on the surface.

How to clean the bottom?

The bottom of the multicooker is cleaned when the heating element has cooled down. Minor stains can be easily removed with a damp cloth. When removing burnt fat, you can use baking soda or citric acid, which has a dual effect: it removes old stains and unpleasant odors, and also disinfects the surface. You can clean the bottom using cotton pads and a soft, lint-free cloth.

How to clean the lid?

The multicooker lid is in close contact with the food being prepared. Consists of a steam valve, surface and rubber seal. To properly clean the lid, the elements must be separated.

Removable

All removable elements of the multicooker are washed separately, cleaned of old dirt, rinsed thoroughly, wiped dry and assembled.

Fixed

When washing a non-removable lid, the main part of the kitchen appliance is covered with polyethylene and tilted over the sink. After all manipulations, household appliances are rinsed and wiped dry.

Washing the moisture collector

The moisture collector collects remaining condensation and moisture after cooking. It must be washed after each cooking. The collected water is drained, and the container itself is washed with soapy water and wiped with a soft sponge.

How to clean a steam valve

The correct taste and aroma of cooked dishes depends on the cleanliness of the steam valve (be it a Redmond or Polaris multicooker). If the steam valve is dirty, the steam does not find a way out of the pan body, the cooked food “runs away”, and often floods the heating element.

Remaining food and fat particles create an unpleasant odor inside the multicooker. First of all, the valve is washed with running warm water, then cleaned with a brush to remove dirt using citric acid, rinsed, wiped dry and installed in place.

The outside of the multicooker is cleaned using household chemicals. You can use melamine sponges and cleaning powders. In order to remove fingerprints from chrome surfaces, you can use products containing ammonia.

Choosing the right hygiene products: review of brush models and rules for their use

Most people associate daily dental hygiene with a tube of toothpaste and a toothbrush. If the brush is chosen correctly and the teeth are straight, these items are usually enough. However, such cases are actually rare; uneven interdental spaces, dentures or braces and other deviations from the standard require more careful oral hygiene. One of the devices that provide such care are brushes for cleaning teeth. As experts note, this is truly one of the most important devices.

In what cases should this product be used?

It is recommended to use a dental brush in the following situations:

requires more thorough oral hygiene than a toothbrush and even dental floss can provide,
under normal conditions, the back surface of the dentition is poorly cleaned,
pieces of food get stuck between the teeth, which cannot be removed using conventional methods (rinsing or brushing),
a bracket system is installed on the dentition, the elements of which require better care,
Plaque often accumulates on the enamel, and ordinary cleaning cannot cope with it.

If you find yourself with such problems, anyone can buy a brush for brushing their teeth and improve the quality of their oral hygiene.

“In addition to preventive and general recommendations for use, the products also have medical indications. For example, they must be used if braces are installed, if there are pathological changes in periodontal tissues. They are also indicated in the presence of crowding of dentition units or, on the contrary, in case of significant interdental spaces. In addition, the dentist may advise you to use a brush if you smoke, drink a lot of coffee or black tea, or often consume products with dyes - the device helps not only remove plaque from the enamel, but also prevent its staining,” says the expert, dental therapist Uspangalieva Nina Borisovna.

Review of the most popular products

Which brushes are best for teeth? Below is a brief overview of the most popular brands, created based on reviews from online users.

LACALUT

LACALUT products are distinguished by the material they are made of - this is a special mass used for the production of surgical instruments. Great for cleaning teeth with braces. The protective cap can be used to extend the holder. Cost – 230-420 rubles.

CURAPROX

The manufacturer has tried to produce models for any purpose: simple teeth cleaning, with braces. The line includes products of different configurations and sizes. Can be used both for self-care of the oral cavity and for professional hygiene. Cost – 800-2000 rubles.

Plackers Interdental Mix

This set is perfect for a beginner – it contains products with different sized attachments. The rod is flexible and the holder is quite long. The kit includes a protective cap. Cost – 240-300 rubles.

PresiDENT

PresiDENT models are distinguished by their curved shape, comfortable holder, and compact size. They are mainly intended for people whose dentition is very dense and the spaces between the teeth are narrow. Cost – 240-480 rubles.

Oral-B

Products of this brand are also presented in a wide variety - brushes in the form of cones, cylindrical shapes, equipped with durable and convenient removable holders are available for sale. A plus is the presence of a hygienic storage container. Cost – 320-550 rubles.

Colgate

The company produces products for all occasions, having a variety of shapes and sizes of bristles and holder. High hygiene efficiency with Colgate brushes is achieved thanks to the triangular cross-section of the bristles. Cost – 350-650 rubles.

Purchasing and using a dental brush will significantly improve the quality of hygiene and improve the condition of the oral cavity. However, it is worth remembering that this product does not replace a regular toothbrush and toothpaste. Moreover, only comprehensive use of dental hygiene products will help maintain their health for many years.

Functions of a toilet brush

This is interesting: in Europe and the USA, many people do not even know what a brush of such an unusual design is intended for. And all because the flushing system in foreign toilets is significantly different from the domestic one: water flows there constantly , and when flushed, in a large flow and not from the tank, completely removing traces of visiting the toilet. And with us - in portions and in small quantities. Therefore, without “kvacha” it is difficult to maintain cleanliness.

In addition to the cleaning function , with regular use the brush prevents the formation of limescale. This avoids the proliferation of many pathogenic microorganisms.

Rules for using the product

How to properly brush your teeth with brushes to get the desired effect, but at the same time, not harm your gums and enamel? During the hygiene process, you need to pay attention to the following points:

before using a new brush, you need to treat it with an antiseptic solution: you can also boil it for 2-3 minutes if it is made of hard plastic, or treat it with a UV lamp,
the nozzle should be changed at least once every 7-10 days,
you need to brush your teeth with a brush without paste or powder,
bleeding gums in the first 1-3 days after starting to use the product is a normal phenomenon that goes away on its own,
Do not move up and down when cleaning,
the device is not used to clean the incisors of both jaws,
if the product does not fit well into the space between the teeth, you need to change the nozzle: choose a shorter bristles size,

procedure duration 2 minutes,
when inserting the rod between the teeth and during the cleaning process, you should not put additional pressure on the brush for a “better” effect: this risks damaging the enamel layer,
You need to use the device twice a day,
After the procedure is completed, the product is washed with water, treated with an antiseptic, and dried.

In addition, the quality of hygiene is also affected by the cost of the device - cheap models, as a rule, are made of low-grade materials that quickly become deformed and become unusable.

Features of cleaning with home remedies

Many household products can help in the process of cleaning up dirt and stains. They are found in almost every home, and proper use will give no worse results than using expensive store-bought products. These include citric and acetic acid, baking soda, and even regular Coca-Cola.

Application of citric acid

It has long been known that citric acid has good whitening properties. Therefore, this product is suitable for cleaning the toilet and will provide the expected result of cleanliness and freshness. 3 tablespoons of powder should be poured inside the toilet, and the same amount into the flush tank, wait a few hours, and then rinse off using a brush for more effective cleaning.

Using Vinegar

Vinegar is another effective toilet cleaner. 70% vinegar is best, but you can also use 9% table vinegar. Before use, it needs to be heated, so a glass of liquid is poured into a pan and placed on fire. Warm vinegar is poured into the toilet, a few tablespoons of baking soda are added and left for several hours. After this, you can rinse off the water several times and clean the inner surface with a brush. You can also wash the insides of the tank with vinegar.

Baking soda

Another homemade toilet cleaner is baking soda, which is definitely found in every home. Many housewives know that this inexpensive product helps in cleaning many contaminated surfaces, including that it can easily wash away any traces and stains inside the toilet. 2-3 tablespoons of white powder should be poured into water, stir it with a brush and clean the earthenware, leave for several hours, and then rinse well several times. This procedure will be enough to get clean plumbing without streaks and dirt.

Uses of Coca-Cola

Many different stories and warnings have been written about this drink, but it is reliably known that Coca-Cola has corrosive properties. Therefore, using it to clean the toilet will give a good effect. To get the desired result, you need to take several liters of the drink, pour it into the toilet and wait a few hours. The very first rinse will show what a good detergent it is.

How to clean a toilet with White

Another home remedy that helps fight plaque and deposits on the inner surface of plumbing fixtures is Whiteness. But its use is characterized by one feature: you must first remove all water from the plumbing product. And this is not always as simple as we would like. A liter of White is poured into a dry toilet bowl and left for 3-4 hours, or even overnight. After which it is washed off with the usual amount of water.

The advantage of homemade cleaning products is the absence of unpleasant odors and chemical fumes, that is, cleaning is not harmful to humans

But you still need to take precautions to ensure that toilet cleaning is not only effective, but also safe for your health. Such measures include the use of rubber gloves for cleaning and a sufficient distance at which you need to keep your face from the area being cleaned.

Use of specialized household chemicals

Today there are a huge number of bathroom care products. We will list some of them:

"Silit Beng". This is a fairly well-known means for cleaning bathrooms. The cost is 230 rubles. The product is based on hydrochloric acid. As the manufacturer notes, the substance allows you to get rid of urinary stones, traces of corrosion and limescale. It has a thick consistency. Among the shortcomings in the reviews, consumers note only the acrid smell. When working, it is advisable not to inhale fumes.
"Domestos". One of the leaders in the household chemicals market. Contains sodium hypochlorite. "Domestos" perfectly fights urinary stones and rust. It has a thick consistency. The cost of the product is 210 rubles. Disadvantage: the need for uniform distribution, otherwise marks will remain on the surface. The substance also emits a pungent odor.
"Komet: 7 days of purity." The product is based on sulfuric acid. The composition eliminates rust and limescale. The cost of the product is 220 rubles. Has a liquid consistency. Reviews note that this is a drawback, since product consumption increases significantly. Like previous analogues, “Komet” emits a pungent odor when used.
"Sarma". This is the cheapest product among all that there is. The price is 100 rubles. However, the composition can only overcome rust; it copes poorly with limescale. It has a thick consistency, the product is based on oxalic acid.

Everyone decides for themselves which product is best to use, but most people prefer to use Domestos or Silit. This “chemistry” is sold in any hardware store. Before use, you need to read the instructions; you need to work with the composition only with rubber gloves (even if there is no direct contact with the substance).

What to look for when choosing

Manufacturers produce brushes for brushing teeth in different versions, so the question arises - how to choose the right one and what to pay attention to. When purchasing, it is extremely important to consider the following product characteristics:

length of the device: a shorter one, marked S, is suitable for children, and a brush marked XL is preferable for adults; In addition, there are intermediate options,
lint length: this parameter determines how good the cleaning will be; if there are large gaps between the teeth, you should choose a product with long bristles (at least three millimeters), with densely spaced units of the dentition you need bristles about 1-3 mm long,
stiffness of the bristles: selected depending on the sensitivity of the gums and enamel layer - if it is high, bleeding gums are observed, the choice should be made in favor of soft bristles; in other cases, it is enough to purchase a product with medium-hard bristles,
material: the main rod to which the bristles are attached can be metal or plastic; If the dentition is in perfect order, dentists recommend purchasing products with a metal rod; if you have high sensitivity of the enamel layer and dental problems, it is better to opt for plastic models.

It is important to know! In general, when choosing a product, you should focus on the individual characteristics of the anatomy of the jaws, the presence or absence of bridges, implants, braces and other nuances. Before purchasing, it is advisable to talk to your dentist to get professional recommendations. Remember that brushes are strictly prohibited when any prosthetic structures (crowns, bridges, etc.) and dental implants are installed in the mouth!