Other eco-friendly toilet cleaning solutions
Use a bicarbonate of soda paste
The powder in question remains a safe bet for cleaning without forgetting that it is a multi-purpose product as it is used in both kitchen and aesthetics. When it comes to hard water stains in the toilet, baking soda is a great cleaner, especially for stubborn stains. It is also an excellent deodoriser. So you know what to do if you’re faced with bad odours.
Before using it, be sure to turn off the toilet water and then flush the toilet to empty the bowl. Mix ½ cup of lemon juice and ½ cup of baking soda, making sure you get a fairly thick paste.
Completely cover all affected areas with this paste and leave it on for about 30 minutes. While the baking soda will remove the stains, the lemon will help dissolve them. Then, depending on the size of the stains, use a toothbrush, a stiff bristle brush or a spatula to loosen or scrape the affected areas. Finally, flush the toilet to rinse.
Also, if you have limescale in the bowl, you can try more than one trick to remove it without baking soda. Soda crystals, coke or even citric acid can remove scale just as effectively.
Use steel wool
Used alone or impregnated with a household product, steel wool is effective against stubborn hard water stains. It is best to use 0000 grade steel wool (the finest grade) if you want to avoid scratching your porcelain bowl.
Regularly clean your toilets
No matter how effective the cleaning products, the real key to cleaning bathrooms is regular maintenance. That said, by combining this habit with good disinfectants such as vinegar and baking soda, you’ll avoid the build-up of limescale stains.
Borax is also a good cleaner that acts as a softener against hard water. However, it is advisable to protect yourself with rubber gloves before use.
Don’t hesitate to take advantage of natural and ecological products to clean the bowl without facing the repercussions of chemical products.
