How to Clean a Bathroom in 15 Minutes

If you’ve ever wondered which household task is most universally hated, wonder no more! According to the 2018 ACI National Cleaning Survey, over 50% of people dread cleaning their bathroom(s) over any other cleaning task.

I can’t say I found this particularly surprising, not least because it’s one of my least favorite chores. But the reason we dread cleaning the bathroom — because it’s just plain icky — is the same reason it’s a task that needs doing!

The best way to make cleaning your bathroom less unpleasant is to arm yourself with tips and tricks that make the process quicker and easier. Lucky for us, that’s exactly what you’ll find in this post!

Bathroom Cleaning Tips That Save Time And Energy

The first tip I’ll share is a 5-step method you can use to clean your bathroom in just 15 minutes. I use it all the time in my own bathrooms and it’s such a time-saver!

This method is all about speed and efficiency, so it doesn’t address cleaning bathtubs, showers, etc. But don’t fret — you’ll find links to effective cleaning tips for those areas, including grout, mildew, and anything else you may need to clean in your bathroom later on in this post.

Here’s to making this dreaded chore a little less dreadful!

You’ll need:

Toilet bowl cleaner
Toilet brush
All-purpose cleaner
Microfiber cloth
A few paper towels

Directions:

Step 1 – Scrub The Toilet

Apply a generous amount of toilet bowl cleaner around the inside of your toilet bowl, then give it a good scrub with a toilet brush. Flush, then prop the brush under the toilet seat to let it drip-dry.

Step 2 – Spray

Spray the rest of the toilet, plus the sink, faucet(s), and countertop, with your preferred all-purpose cleaner (or grab the recipe for my favorite homemade all-purpose cleaner!)

Step 3 – Rinse

Dampen your microfiber cloth and use it to wipe down the mirror. Next, use the damp cloth to “rinse” the cleaning spray from the countertop, faucet(s), and sink.

Step 4 – Dry

Use a couple of paper towels to dry the mirror, countertop, faucet(s), sink, and toilet, in that order. (You’ll be working your way from the cleanest thing to the dirtiest thing, which helps to save on paper towels.)

Use the last paper towel to buff a shine onto the mirror and faucet. Throw the paper towels out and put the toilet brush away.

Step 5 – Finishing Touches

Rinse the microfiber cloth and wring it out. Use the damp cloth to spot clean the floor, or to wipe up any hair, dust, or dirt that’s hanging around. Toss the microfiber cloth into your hamper or washer, and you’re done!

Useful Tips For Cleaning The Rest Of Your Bathroom

The 15-minute method is great for frequent cleanings, or occasions when you’re short on time, but it doesn’t address every corner of your bathroom. Some areas take a little more time and effort to clean, but they’re still very doable with the right tools and techniques!

Check out the links below for tips and tricks that will help you clean every nook and cranny of your bathrooms: