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15 Viral Bathroom Cleaning Tools: The Holy Grail Hacks for a Sparkling Tub & Tile
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items I used to spend my weekends scrubbing until my back ached. After testing dozens of viral cleaning products, I narrowed it down to these 15 must-have tools that actually do the hard work for you.
Sections
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The Toilet (Let's get the worst part over with)
Shower & Tub (Save your back)
Sinks, Mirrors & Details
Finishing Touches
The Toilet (Let's get the worst part over with)
If a gross, wet toilet brush sitting in a plastic cup makes you cringe, you need this. You just click on a fresh pad, scrub the bowl, and then pop it right into the trash. You never have to touch the gross part, which is the only way I’m willing to d...
Clorox ToiletWand Cleaner with Brush & 6 Refills
I have really hard water in Montana, and bleach wouldn't even touch the rings in my guest bathroom. I was terrified this would scratch the porcelain, but it honestly works like a giant eraser. It is so satisfying to see those rings just disappear.
Vacplus Toilet Brush with Extra Long Handle
I’m all about 'passive cleaning.' I just toss one of these in the tank and it helps keep the bowl from getting gross between deep cleans. Plus, blue water just looks cleaner to me for some reason.
Scrubbing Bubbles Toilet Tablets, Continuous Clean
This is a classic for a reason. The angled neck is the best for getting the gel way up under the rim. I squirt this in first and let it sit while I clean the rest of the room—it does the heavy lifting before I even start scrubbing.
Lysol Max Strength Toilet Bowl Cleaner
Shower & Tub (Save your back)
Okay, warning: this stuff smells like a chemistry lab, so definitely open a window. But if you have orange rust stains or grout that’s looking a little sketchy, this is the only thing that works. I spray it on, let it sit for a minute, and the grime ...
Zep Shower, Tub and Tile Cleaner ZUSTT128-
My go-to for weekly maintenance. The foam is thick, so it sticks to the soap scum on the walls rather than running down the drain. I spray it, go grab a coffee, come back, and wipe it down.
Lysol Power Foaming Bathroom Cleaner
I am officially retired from crawling around on my hands and knees to scrub the tub. This long brush is a total back-saver. I can reach the top of the shower and the far corners of the tub without even stepping inside.
EZ-Reach Shower Brush | Unger Cleaning
These are like the regular Magic Erasers but twice as big and they have soap already inside. If you have a textured tub floor that always looks a little gray, this gets it bright white again without you having to scrub like crazy.
Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Sponge, 7ct Bath
If you have glass shower doors, this is non-negotiable. Taking 10 seconds to squeegee after a shower saves you hours of scrubbing hard water spots later.
All-Purpose Shower Squeegee for Doors & Windows
If you have back pain or just hate getting on your hands and knees to scrub a tub, you need this. It has a long handle so you can reach the top of the shower and the corners of the floor without stretching. The motor is surprisingly strong—it basical...
LABIGO Cordless Electric Spin Scrubber Brush
Sinks, Mirrors & Details
I’m never going back to the blue liquid spray. Since this is a foam, it actually stays where you spray it instead of dripping down onto the faucet. It wipes off perfectly clear every time—no streaks, no drama.
Sprayway Glass Cleaner Foaming Aerosol 19oz x2
Totally worth the hype. One side is a tough scrubber that removes toothpaste globs without scratching the faucet, and the sponge side holds so much soap. plus, the "eyes" help you grip it!
Scrub Daddy Scrub Mommy Dual Sided Sponge 3 Pack
I saw these on TikTok and thought they were a gimmick, but they are actually perfect for that nasty little gap behind the faucet handles. The bristles are super stiff so they dig out all that gunk you usually can't reach.
SXhyf Crevice & Grout Cleaning Brush
Finishing Touches
I don't have the patience to fill up a whole mop bucket for a tiny bathroom floor. I keep this tucked in the corner and I can just spray and wipe the floor in about 30 seconds. Perfect for right before people come over.
Swiffer WetJet Floor Spray Mop Starter Kit
The final step! I’m picky about scents because I don't want it to smell like 'fake flowers and bleach.' This one actually smells nice and fresh. And let’s be honest—it’s a courtesy to whoever has to use the bathroom after you!
HOMEXCEL Microfiber Cleaning Cloth, 12 Pack