Tag Archives: bathroom maintenance

Toilet Ring Tricks and Tips

Toilets are a delicate subject, but they need attention too. Although most of us would probably prefer to hide them from view, they still should sparkle with their own particular shine. Here are some tips to keep them looking their best, no matter how you may feel about them. Toilet Ring Tricks Make a paste of lemon juice and borax. Allow to set before scrubbing. This should remove most stubborn toilet rings. Another solution is to pour a cup or two of white vinegar into the toilet bowl. Let it sit overnight; then brush well and flush and presto! Ordinary … Continue reading →

Cleaning In The Shower: Singing in the Rain

The shower is that wondrous place where anything can happen. People sing, dance and some have even been known to compose music while taking a shower. Consider those old standbys, “Singing in the Rain” and “Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head”, for example. What better inspiration than the shower and what can you do to keep it at it sparkling best? Read on for some answers, whether you are more comfortable wet or dry. Shower Doors To remove soap scum and buildup, wash the doors with distilled white vinegar. If you have an old sour bottle of white wine, offer … Continue reading →

The Bathroom Sink: Should You?

While you may be able to stash dirty laundry, clothes and even unwanted friends and relatives out of sight when company arrives, you are stuck when it comes to the bathroom. Guests will need to go in there eventually, and I would really wonder about anyone who doesn’t. Even if you have more than one bathroom in your home, you will have to make one available to your company. There is simply no escape. If your bathroom sink is chipped or stained, short of buying a new one, you can buy a porcelain-repair kit. They don’t cost much and they … Continue reading →