{"id":3306,"date":"2014-10-31T14:47:27","date_gmt":"2014-10-31T14:47:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/?p=3306"},"modified":"2014-10-31T14:47:27","modified_gmt":"2014-10-31T14:47:27","slug":"tips-germ-free-bathroom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/tips-germ-free-bathroom\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for a germ-free bathroom"},"content":{"rendered":"

We\u2019re sure you don\u2019t need reminding that your bathroom needs to be kept clean. We\u2019re equally sure that you are fastidious about keeping yours clean too but we have some helpful tips here just in case you are missing a trick.<\/p>\n

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Simple improvements you can make easily<\/b><\/p>\n

Opening your window or leaving the extractor fan on for 15 to 20 minutes after you have showered or bathed will reduce moisture\/condensation. This will also help you avoid mildew appearing.<\/p>\n

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Squeegee your shower to remove excess water dripping down the tiles too.<\/p>\n

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Bath mats<\/b><\/p>\n

Make sure your bath mat completely tries after you have used it. If you leave it warm and damp it will encourage the growth of mould. If it is made from fabric make sure it goes through the washing machine once a week; if it\u2019s a rubber one, then a whizz through the dishwasher will work. Alternatively you could soak it in bleach and water or vinegar and water to ensure that it is sanitised.<\/p>\n

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The proper cleaning products<\/b><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t be tempted to use a \u2018one thing does everything\u2019 products. Your mirrors and windows will need a specific glass cleaner and your toilet and possibly your taps will respond well to a solution that deters lime scale build-up.<\/p>\n

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The dirtiest places<\/b><\/p>\n

Of course the toilet<\/b> takes claim to this title but we know that most of you will make sure your toilet seat and bowl are spotless. But don\u2019t forget the outside of the bowl, the tank (if it isn\u2019t hidden) and the handle also need daily cleaning.<\/p>\n

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But perhaps one of the best ways to keep toilet germs to a minimum is to close the lid before you flush. The flushing motion sends un-lidded germs racing around the bathroom landing on everything \u2013 floor, towels, toothbrushes, other surfaces etc.<\/p>\n

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The toilet brush holder<\/b> also comes out pretty high in the dirtiest places category unless you always follow these steps:<\/p>\n