I use an old toothbrush to clean around the edges of the faucet first with some Shaklee All-Purpose Cleaner. This gets all of the nasty grime and any hair that collects around the faucet.
Next, I take off the knobs with a screwdriver and clean around underneath and inside the knob. It seriously makes the knob all sparkly and clean, making my faucet look like it's maybe 5 years old instead of 15.
Now, with that said...you should see this bathroom sink/counter combo from the 80's...or 70's...who knows. It's so lovely. A marbley looking tan color with GOLD glitter sprinkled here and there. #1 I can't stand glitter. #2 it's probably the thing that bugs me most about my apartment because it's just so hideous. And do you see the lovely caulk job along the backside of the counter...it's SO bad. Haha. I might peel it off this summer and redo it myself. It's just so terrible.
And finally, for the grand finale...rub the faucet with wax paper to keep it shiny a little bit longer than usual. It will resist water spots!
The bathroom is my least favorite place to clean, what about you? Do you have any tips to share for making bathroom cleaning less of a chore?
Never even thought of that. . .
ReplyDeleteThats a great idea. I use fabric softener that smells fantastic so that every time I do laundry I look forward to how the clothes and linens smell when they are finished. This doesn't help when it comes to cleaning the bathroom though...
ReplyDeleteAmanda Rose
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I'll have to try the wax paper trick, new to me!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great tips. I wanted to let you know that I am passing on the Sunshine award to you because you have provided some much needed guidance that has lightened my load and brightened my life.
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Lynne
www.sewingcafewithlynne.blogspot.com
Ha! I have to clean the exact same faucet! I usually just soak the knobs in hot water and wipe off with the rag around it. Been doing it forever. I hate those knobs and my office has the exact same ones, only I don't have to clean them.
ReplyDeleteIt's one thing I hate about living in old apartments. The yucky grime from so many years of tenants who just don't know how to clean it seems. I should really do this, if I figure out how to remove the knobs... The space between the wall and the faucet is also quite disgusting. The whole bathroom is pretty disgusting actually, can't think too much about it or else I'll get depressed :(
ReplyDeleteWhen I have time or the grime is built up, I make a paste with Barkeeper's friend & put it all over the knobs & faucet/sink. Let it sit for a bit then hit it with the toothbrush, rinse well, & shine it up. BF works wonders! The trick is letting it sit so the scrub time is less.
ReplyDeleteWhen I have time or the grime is built up, I make a paste with Barkeeper's friend & put it all over the knobs & faucet/sink. Let it sit for a bit then hit it with the toothbrush, rinse well, & shine it up. BF works wonders! The trick is letting it sit so the scrub time is less.
ReplyDeleteI just posted about bathroom cleaning today too…except I tackled a cabinet.
ReplyDeleteI should do my faucet too. I'm sure it could use a good cleaning!
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I have that same ugly faucet and I can't wait to replace it!
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried waxed paper, but furniture polish spray works well to keep the chrome shiny and spot free, too.
If there is one chore I HATE doing at my house is cleaning bathrooms. I have hated that since I was young. I can clean everything around my house just not the bathrooms. But your tips are good I should do a deep cleaning to my faucets
ReplyDeleteI have a neat trick to clean chalking that has gotten mildewy/black around your sink (works fantastic around bathtubs). Very lightly dampen area that needs to be cleaned. Press 2-3 layers of toilet paper on area. Spray/mist with generously with bleach. Leave overnight. Take off t. paper and rinse area. Be sure bleach cannot run off and damage anything. Smells like a swimming pool but worth the results! Used this trick in many rentals & really works.
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