Bathroom cleaning made easy

There can’t be many of us who enjoy cleaning the bathroom. Except, perhaps, the social media influencer and cleaning guru Mrs Hinch?

But it’s a chore that must be done, regardless, unless you want unhygienic grime and ugly watermarks to take over. Eventually, a build-up of dirt leads to staining that can ruin ceramics and furniture.

Without a doubt, quality cleaning products speed up the process and give sparkling results – you’ll find three of the best at the end of this article.

But, it is possible to take things back a step by choosing sanitaryware and brassware made to repel marks, water, and germs. This selection of innovative designs makes bathroom cleaning a breeze.

Furniture that stays smudge free

The term oleophobic refers to something that repels or resists oils.

It is a useful property to include in furniture finishes as it prevents greasy fingermarks spoiling the look of pristine surfaces and so reduces the frequency with which you need to wipe them over.

When shopping around for bathroom furniture, look for the description ‘anti fingerprint’ in the listing of product features.

Opt for a self-cleaning loo

A shower loo is so described because it uses a carefully positioned water spray to clean you.

Not only is there no need to buy toilet roll, but many models have integrated self-cleaning functions. For instance, this rimless design uses water at 70°C and has a descaling process.

Its super smooth glaze and join-free bowl also helps to keep it fresh and sparkling.

Metals that combat germs

Copper or copper-based metal alloys such as brass and bronze have inherent properties that inhibit bacteria and other microbes.

This superhero quality makes them a hygienic choice for taps, shower fittings and accessories.

Crystal clear glass and ceramics

Shower screens and sanitaryware that include a clever hydrophobic, or water-repellent, coating are resistant to limescale deposits and soap scum.

This is because liquid simply runs off the surface before it can take hold and leave a mark. It’s another hi-tech way to make bathroom cleaning far less onerous.

Banish bugs from the floor

Some luxury vinyl tile flooring ranges have a special surface treatment that prevents bacteria, viruses and mould from multiplying.

Or traditional linoleum, which is branded Marmoleum by Forbo, includes raw materials in its manufacture that are naturally antimicrobial.

Tiles with a germ shield

There are hi-tech tiles available that include antibacterial additives added during the manufacturing process to inhibit the survival and growth of bacteria.

So you can protect both the walls and the floor from the worst nasties, while keeping your bathroom cleaning routine quick and simple.

Innovative basins, baths and loos

Bathroom brands that offer sanitaryware with hi-tech coatings that repel both water and oil include the Geberit KeraTect collection and Villeroy & Boch.

3 of the best eco bathroom cleaning products

When you do have to give your bathroom the once-over, these eco-friendly cleaning liquids come in reusable spray bottles.

After investing in the bottles and using up what’s inside, buy the refills and top-up.

They do a great job of keeping everything sparkling while keeping packaging waste to a minimum.

• Citrus cleaner in plant-based, biodegradable pouches. 500ml bottle for life and 1,000ml pouch, £10.49, refill, £5.99, Kit & Kin
• Pink grapefruit cleaner pods in compostable packaging. 500ml bottle for life and pod, £3.20, three refill pods, £4.50, Ekologik
• Lime and lemongrass cleaner in glass bottles. 500ml bottle for life and three concentrates, from £15, three refills £17.85, Purdy & Figg

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