Start Using A Spoon To Clean Your Toilet And You'll Thank Us Later

Here's something that might shock you; the average toilet sees an estimated 5,219.5 flushes annually. This is based on the average number of people per American household and how many times per day the average person flushes a toilet. With every flush comes a rush of germs traveling at least 5 feet. If you're worried about nearby towels feeling the wrath of millions of bacteria, imagine how dirty the base of your toilet is. Namely, the space between its water tank and bowl. But this tiny little nook can feel impossible to reach, the gap between these two ceramic pieces impossible to clean. Thankfully, a spoon is the unsung hero on cleaning day, easily delousing this grimy crevice. You also need a paper towel and a cleaning agent. 

If you don't have any old utensils lying around, you can visit a thrift store for some incredible finds. You'll also save items from entering landfills while purchasing products at a reduced rate. You could also use a disposable spoon, but this adds single-use plastics into your home, something you might want to avoid. Amazon sells a 4-pack of stainless steel spoons for $2.99, keeping this trick in an affordable price range. Just thoroughly clean your spoons after each use. If you're worried you might accidentally confuse your cleaning spoon with your regular utensils, simply take a piece of colored duct tape and wrap it around its base. You should also store it with your cleaning products. 

According to Kendall Todd TheSilverGuy's YouTube video, the one toilet cleaning trick you need to know involves a spoon, paper towels, and your cleaning product of choice. If you're wondering what cleaning product to use, it's always a great idea to stick with something natural that you can easily DIY. And if you already have a myriad of natural cleaning ingredient staples for your home, then you're already set to tackle your toilet's hard-to-reach places. For example, vinegar is great for cleaning toilets and works to remove harmful chemicals from your cleaning routine. Harsh products can cause various health issues, affecting indoor air quality; the greener your products are, the better. 

There are two ways to carry out this hack. You can either spray a paper towel with your natural cleaning solution or spray the base of your toilet's tank directly. Your paper towel should be folded in half with the base of your spoon nestled in the crease. Next, use your spoon to scrub this grimy part of your toilet, removing hidden germs. Unfortunately, you might not be able to use a rag or other piece of fabric for this cleaning trick, as the space between your toilet's tank and bowl is very narrow. You should also avoid using toilet paper for this trick, as it's not strong enough to handle cleaning solutions. But a few swipes with your spoon and paper towel are all you need to clean your toilet's dirtiest areas.