How to Do a Maintenance Clean on a Toilet

Knowing how to do a maintenance clean on a toilet will make your bathroom routine cleaning a breeze. Want to see the way maids clean a toilet?
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[@AskAngelaBrown]

Check out this playlist of similar videos on how cleaning bathrooms can be a chore. However, there is an answer on how to get those bathrooms sparkling clean and smelling fresh. Nobody likes a stinky, icky bathroom. More great info. kzbin.info/aero/PLh1fKdNH3piRc-qO3O2jXYg3z6QldfWea

[@jhickssmd]

What all purpose cleaner do you use to spray down the toilet and surrounding areas?

[@snehadhanawade986]

Thx for recommending Eco orange multipurpose cleaner, it is good multipurpose cleaner. I diluted the way they recommended and I was able to remove crayon marks, pen marks from my walls . I cleaned my gas which had tough black burned stains on it , it melted those black stains and look clean and good now . This is my multipurpose cleaner from now one , I found my multipurpose cleaner soul mate .

[@snehadhanawade986]

​@@jhickssmd watch her other video where she tells u all about different multipurpose cleaners and how to use it . From that video I was able to find multipurpose cleaner that works for me .

[@corbanharvey]

Finally someone who actually knows what they’re talking about when it comes to cleaning!!! You rock Angela! 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for your kind words of encouragement and support. :-)

[@D__Lee]

As a long-time bachelor, I had to do some KZbin research on how to clean. I kept watching and liking your videos so KZbin kept recommending your videos to me. My condo is still a mess, but you've given me hope.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I am so glad I could help! 😊 I appreciate you watching. Keep me posted on how it's going! 🙂

[@sarahperdue8890]

I cleaned my toilet exactly how you showed in this video and I'm amazed at how much better the whole bathroom felt. I'm cleaning your way from now on. Thank you Angela!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Great job! Thank you for your feedback and cleaning expirience, I appreciate it! 🤗

[@mayrapetrower1754]

Thank you for your helping, please continue making videos like that showing in practice how to do the cleaning

[@vanessakanangire8641]

i second that

[@glassanddiaphane]

I am a home owner, I began using disposable wipes to do this maintenance cleaning every day and it is definitely helping a lot to decrease the amount of work and effort when I do a deep cleaning on the bathroom. Thank you for this info.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Good tip, thanks for sharing. 😊

[@alamedadanceparty]

You just inspired me to clean my toilet now instead of later. 😅 When you said you can clean a toilet in 2.5 minutes, that is what was so inspiring. Normally it takes me like 20min! Today I did it in 10-12 minutes. Getting better! 💪

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Here's a secret - clean the toilet first thing every morning and it eventually takes less than 1 minute for maintenance mode cleaning. (I don't wipe the behind the toilet area every day, just about every 3 days.)

[@lizholmgren4649]

I have a roll of paper towels/Meyers in bathroom. Daily I wipe counters/sink then use the same paper towel to do quick wipe of outside of toilet and seat. Once a week do bowl. So rewarding!

[@Melissa-pt6fc]

Im a professional house cleaner. I have Vacation Rentals and some residential cleanings. I started my business about 1 year ago.... and every video i watch of yours I learn something new! Thanks Angela! My question to you is this... do u reccomend using the paper towels rather than microfiber rags?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yes, paper towels for toilets, the floor around the toilet and the items that may have pee or overspray on them. (Or other super icky areas) For all other cleaning microfiber cloths and cotton terry cloths are my go-to.

[@heathergustafson4237]

Someone that knows how to clean! You go girl! My mother taught me how to clean and if the corners were not clean the area had to be cleaned again. I personally cannot STAND seeing toilet brushes on the floor in a bathroom, it’s disgusting. Make a caddy like you have so when your going to clean then go and get it

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That is awesome Heather! Thanks for taking the time to comment, I appreciate it! 😊

[@Higher-self222]

Lol as I’m listening on my Bluetooth and cleaning , going through many of your videos, without knowing the subject , you’re saying now we’re going to clean the toilet , and I’m in fact cleaning the toilet ! Wow who knew all this great tips! You do! Thank you!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! And thank you so much for your feedback. 🙂

[@aussernllc]

Love your energy when you say Clean Your Toilet. My OCD takes over. Dirty toilet, ring around the toilet just sets me off.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for watching the show!

[@meggiemarkovska1760]

Plunger on the floor - discussing I dont keep in the bathroom,ikeep it in the garage and if i need to use it I bring it ,use it and take it out again

[@meggiemarkovska1760]

in a plastic bag

[@cindy1274]

I bought a plunger with brush that sets in a plastic part off the floor as I too can't stand a plunger on floor. Bought at Walmart does cost 10 dollars but, worth it.

[@cindyb3028]

I use a round plastic food container lid with a piece of paper towel on top. That way, the paper towel catches the drips and it's not touching the floor.

[@HappyWife93]

@Meggie Markovska Same here.

[@letscleanhouse]

that’s ok until you clean a few poopy run overs where you were running out to the garage. I would keep one in an easily accessible spot especially if you have kids😂😂

[@kc120]

Hello Angela, Watched this video and followed your instructions. The valve blew off and it was flooding the bathroom! I managed to put the valve on and hold it with my foot. I had my phone, called my client she had to run to the neighbors for help. They were able to turn off the water and fix the valve. I don’t think this is a good idea to miss with the turn off valves. In the future I definitely use a plastic cup to take out the water in the bowl. I had to call a friend to help so the clients home would be cleaned in an appropriate time. Which cost me money!!! I do learn so much from all your video. But , turning the valves off is definitely not a good idea. The rest of the video is great. This could’ve been a disaster which I think it was!!!

[@caitlinhanson8631]

If you'd rather not scoop it out with a cup, you could just plunge the toilet, or pour a small bucket of water into it, both will lower the water level

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I am so sorry this happened. Sending hugs. 🤗

[@pismolvr8053]

Great video as always! Just as a precaution it’s not advised to turn the water off at the toilet, some of those valves have not been used for long periods of time and disturbing the valve could cause a drip that may go unnoticed and cause water damage. I personally prefer to use my toilet brush to plunge the water up and over the trap to lower the water enough so I can work on removing the ring. Hope this tip helps keep up the good work I love your channel you’re awesome! ~Jim L.

[@cindyb3028]

Can I also use the plunger to plunge some of the water low enough to get that area?

[@AKHWJ3ST]

Typical of a man. My husband didn't like it when I turned off the water, either. It's a faucet. That's what it's there for. You don't like it, you clean the toilet.

[@sonnyroy497]

Just pour a bucket of water in the bowl.

[@johnurban7333]

Take a small bucket and take some water out

[@huitrecouture]

What kind of dumb idea is this? Let the valves go unused for "long periods of time" and wait for an emergency.

[@marybrown3125]

Thank you Angela. I love your voice!

[@pattilittle230]

Love that toilet brush. Never saw one like it before.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I love mine. Here's a list of all the brushes we recommend if you want to get one of your own: mycleaningconnection.com/recommended-directory/toilet-brushes/

[@timvandermey4792]

My husband would never want me to continually turn the water off and on. He taught me to plunge the toilet and the water goes down. So easy.

[@inalaska1208]

Plumbers wife there's no damage to a toilet by turning off the water and draining the tank it's very common practice for cleaning or repairs.

[@jaye8872]

He may be afraid you will forget to turn it back on

[@AskAngelaBrown]

👍

[@janefarrer2868]

Angela, you never disappoint, thank you 🌹

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Wow, thank you so much!

[@zacharymaneja1207]

Thank you for tackling these tough subjects

[@AskAngelaBrown]

My pleasure! We have so many conversations here about various aspects of cleaning and each is slightly different. We are thrilled you joined us. 👍

[@nadiapaxtor8908]

wow you're a really good cleaner and I am as well I am so happy that I am doing already a lot of things that you recommend. thank you for all your advice!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for saying so and for taking the time to drop me a line. It's great to have you here. 😍

[@vanessakanangire8641]

@angela brown thanks for these videos it is really helpful

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching and for reaching out. I'm thrilled you're here.

[@teresafrechette3867]

@6:40...”toilet bowl holder”...so nice to know that I’m using the same product as this professional house cleaner! Comet cleanser! Have used it for years and years!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Awesome! Thanks for watching. 🙂

[@mrsducky3428]

Had a plumber tell me to stop using bleach cleaning products as it is harmful to the breakdown process in the septic tank and sewage processing plants.

[@darrylowens59]

Thank you Angela you're awesome!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Darryl, Right back at yah! 🙌

[@cyrilovid]

I love when people do what they do as professionals

[@AskAngelaBrown]

It is nice! Thanks for watching!

[@TheZumbaileana]

Love this so Much! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for the love. It's so great to have you here. :-)

[@mariajara6791]

That’s what I do! I do the floor around it by hand. Everything I clean with a desinfectant. Then, I polish it with winded. I use paper towel too.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Awesome!!

[@cindy1274]

I keep the front part of bowl clean too because men miss lol

[@lilybethcandelaria3588]

Thank you so much for this

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching. :-)

[@lindaday6275]

Great. Thanks so much!!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

It's so great having you here. 😊

[@jessiree3973]

I love these walkthrough videos 😊

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for watching and letting me know. We'll make more like these. :-)

[@susiepummill9391]

thank you. This is helpful

[@AskAngelaBrown]

So glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@alamedadanceparty]

Very helpful!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Glad you think so!

[@conniewojahn6445]

Wonderful worker!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂

[@leticiaurbach1720]

Thankyou Angela.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are so welcome! I appreciate you watching & adding to the conversation! 🤗

[@sheilapendley1716]

Thank You!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! And thank you for watching the video. 🙂

[@cl-ev2sg]

I’m going to start using a powder cleanser for maintenance toilet cleaning. Thank you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yay! You are so welcome!

[@lauriecalzaretta4130]

Thank you Angela. I never thought to clean their toilet brush container and plunger (eww!) I guess I’ll have to get over my fear of that.

[@cindyb3028]

I always wear gloves and wash my hands with the gloves on after I clean the toilet so I'm not spreading gross bacteria cleaning other things.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for leaving a comment. 👍

[@logisepaka5208]

Thank you very much . You are the best

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Logise, I appreciate you watching the video and leaving a comment. Thank you! 🤗

[@cindy1274]

I bought, a brush and a plunger that is together, it's nice because, it keeps plunger off the floor.

[@juanitamoncebaiz3759]

What to use for water mineral stains on the bottom of the toilet. Thank you for all your work.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi. I am sorry to respond so late! You have a few options: Vinegar and Baking Soda: Pour some vinegar into the toilet bowl, making sure to cover the mineral stains. Allow it to sit for a few hours or overnight. Then, sprinkle baking soda onto the stains and scrub with a toilet brush. Commercial Descaling Product: You can also use a commercial descaling product specifically designed to remove mineral deposits from toilets. Follow the instructions on the product for the best results, as different products may have different application methods. Hope this helps! Thank you so much! 😃

[@juliebarnett9812]

Wow. My hat's off to you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you so much and thanks for watching the video. 🙂

[@tomasinapanicola5684]

Hi, do you have a recommendation on a cleaning product for acrylic bathtubs?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi. I am so sorry for being so late to respond. Dawn dish soap in warm water and a soft cloth is a great gentle cleaner. Avoid using abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or harsh chemicals (such as bleach or ammonia-based products) as they can damage the acrylic surface. And to prevent scratches, never use abrasive materials like steel wool or rough sponges. Thank you so much for watching! 😊

[@kirstieb8025]

i seen toilet seats that are like EZ clean and they just pop off. clean. pop on. so cool.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

That is cool! Thanks for sharing!

[@janesmith1917]

I wish I had a role model like you in my life .

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Ah, what a lovely thing to say. You just made my day. Thank you.

[@SuperStonerr420u]

This May sound dumb, but how do you “clean off / sanitize / or disinfect “ all your bathroom based brushes after use? For example, I saw you use a black and red brush for the first bathroom, but you used it to scrub and then just put it back In Your bag? Do you do anything after the day ends or after each house? How do you keep all these items clean/sanitized ? Thank you!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Great question. Yes, each job gets it's own cleaning caddy with brushes, sponges and cloths. At the end of the job that cleaning caddy/supplies are retired until inventory at the end of the day. All the brushes and sponges get washed in a hot sanitize cycle in the dishwasher. Cloths get washed in the washing machine.

[@gailstarnes375]

Quick tip in getting most of the water out of toilet bowl to apply cleaning product: instead of turning off water supply to toilet, fill a bucket of water and dump in toilet bowl. The water level instantly goes down. After cleaning, flush toilet. Warning: do not have your head hanging over the toilet when flushing as there may be splash😆

[@keithsmith947]

Gail Starnes I’d rather do this too. If you turn the valves off in some older homes they can start to have a slow leak and then you have a real problem, seems like the safer option.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for sharing this tip. 👍

[@StargrazersSpeckleParks]

Stick the toilet brush holder to the wall above the skirting board with Velcro. This stops floor dust accumulating and allows a clean sweep under the brush holder. Same with a small covered bin. Use a double toilet roll wall holder so you dispense with on floor roll holders. Keep the floor clear Only toilet paper has desiccants and kitchen towels will not dedicate. They block toilets

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for sharing these tips and information!

[@cindydavis597]

I have heard about pouring some disinfectant cleaner in the bottom of the toilet brush holder. Is this a good idea?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You can give it a try and let me know how it works out. 👍

[@bamc3835]

you mentioned cleaning/wiping the toilet brush holder, but what about the toilet brush itself? just dry it out and put back into the holder? also, with the plunger: you said to wipe the outside, but what about the inside? it looks like the plunger in the first bathroom does not have a holder and goes just straight onto the floor

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Plungers, and toilet brushes plus toilet brush holders can be cleaned with a spray and wipe method when you are kneeling at the toilet to clean behind it. Both the toilet brush and the plunger can be washed in the clean water of the toilet. If you have a heavy duty cleaning job for either the brush or the plunger, you can use the clean water from the bathtub with some soap. After cleaning those toilet items, then the bathtub would be cleaned.

[@2201sunflower]

What is that all purpose cleaner spray? Is it odoban +water that you mentioned in other video?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yes, most likely. It is what we use in the bathroom.

[@erickablevins7143]

Hi Angela, If the walls in the toilet closet has flat paint in the walls, can an all-purpose clean still be used on the walls? Thanks EBee

[@AskAngelaBrown]

It depends on the pH of the all-purpose cleaner. for flat paint you would need something as close to 7 as possible. If you are reading the safety data sheet for the product - you can find this in section #9.

[@LaJoieDuChant]

Okay, I have looked and cannot find that stand that you have the wipes on. That will fit in my main bathroom so well. Where can I find it?

[@tabbyandjackson5395]

Its probably a customers house so she probably dosent know

[@AskAngelaBrown]

👍

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You could screen shot it and try a reverse image lookup on Google.

[@GpD79]

I never thought of using Commet to clean the toilet. I'll have to go out and buy some now. 🙂 I love seeing the products you use. What do you use for your all-purpose cleaning spray?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Here is a video on my top ten favorite ones: m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/nquqaGRtbLqrlZY

[@GpD79]

@@AskAngelaBrown You're amazing... THANK YOU!

[@dogwomanhere]

Our newest toilets have a surface coating-a glaze and the company, Toto, states to not use anything w/ bleach. We just use a nontoxic environmentally friendly TB cleaner and it's great! That glaze is really nice. I've also used a little vinegar & let it sit for a couple hrs on those rings & it worked nicely.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for sharing this tip. :-)

[@perniciouspete4986]

HA! You said about 20 words and I subscribed.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

LOL. Thanks so much. You just made my day. :-)

[@melissaanderson7921]

Hi Angela. I’ve been using rags instead of paper towels for the toilets. (Hot water in wash). Im assuming the hot water kills bacteria. I noticed you used paper towels. Is this more sanitary?

[@melissaanderson7921]

Angela Brown very true!! I used paper towels today for my toilet cleaning! I used only a few like you did in the video for the toilet and floor around it. Worked so well and gave me a peace of mind on the cross contamination. 👍 Thanks!!

[@tammymasongrigsby9725]

I’ve got 38 houses and have always uses taracloth rags then at the end of each week wash them with commercial bleach

[@AskAngelaBrown]

👍

[@michellefoster4260]

What are the ingredients in your all purpose spray bottle cleaner?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

We use OdoBan Professional Series Bathroom concentrate amzn.to/3p7ss3w

[@RobynG70]

I dont know if Im missing something or not. Just found your channel tonight and am enjoying your videos but this one? Um, you used one paper towel to wipe down the entire toilet that younsprayed with cleaner. Spraying with cleaner doesnt get it clean it just loosens the dirt and then using one papertowel to wipe it all down arent you just spreading the dirt all over ? Thanks

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for watching the video and bringing that to my attention. 👍

[@rosesred5390]

Getting this close to a toilet, with face near seat, gives me severe anxiety!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

The house cleaning business may not be the right job for you then. The average house cleaner cleans between 12-15 toilets on any given day.

[@Shortstacksandticktacks]

I was thinking the same thing. I lean over my toilet with the light off to clean it, with my head way back, which of course is bad posture. With Angela's encouragement, and wearing mask, goggles, and gloves I'm going to do it.

[@TheJourneyofJayEli]

Starting a residential cleaning business and I wanted to know is it okay to use the same toilet brush on multiple clients or should I purchase a disposable toilet brush ? Lastly, do I need to stop the water at my clients homes too ?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

In a perfect world - all of your clients would have a toilet brush at each toilet. You can ask the client on the walkthrough if they want the water off or left on during the toilet cleaning. Often if you have a basic clean without the need for heavy duty cleaner - you can leave the water on - use the toilet brush next to the toilet and use a mild cleanser like Bon Ami. This way you're not carrying a toilet brush around the customer's homes or toilet bowl cleaner that could leak and leave stains. NOTE: They sell toilet brushes at the dollar tree. Ask the clients to buy one for each toilet. They'll thank you later.

[@cindyb3028]

I've never been to a home that didn't have a toilet brush and I don't think it's sanitary to use the same one in different homes. Also I don't think they would appreciate it.

[@user-gr7wt8ft2e]

Do you use paper towels for all cleanings? Do you use reusable or washable cloths of any kind? If so I would like to know! I worry about sanitation vs environmental impact.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

We do use paper towels for cleaning toilets but that's it. We cover that and all the reasons why in course #10 in your learning library Sponges, Cloths and Paper Towels savvycleaner.com/sponges-cloths-and-paper-towels/

[@kristidygert1232]

Great teaching job!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you ...glad you think so!

[@Lala-gn4pj]

I use paper towel to clean my toilet as well, but if I pass around the paper towel on the same side, I'm swooshing around the dust and hair. So I use a fresh side for toilet and underneath and different for tank and different for base. How do you use only 1 paper towel? Also do you use mask, cleaner smell kills my brain and gets into my pores. Ty

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You are correct, we use 4 select a size paper towels folded in half. Each half on both sides equald 4 sections. So, 16 sections to wipe down the toilet and the floor around the toilet. And you can wear a mask if you are doing a deep clean with heavy duty chemicals, but we usually pH neutral cleaning chemicals in the toilet so a mask is not necessary.

[@alicea5]

Love it. But please remember to wear facial shield to protect your face from any potential splash!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hahaha....thanks! I will!!

[@janehernandez4275]

What kind of all purpose cleaner do you recommend? I stumbled on to you recently and what a wealth of information you have. Thank you so much!!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Welcome! It depends on the surface you are cleaning. There are several great cleaners on the market. Krud Kutter Original Degreaser can be diluted and one gallon makes 144 x 16 oz spray bottles amzn.to/3sagV4J this is one of my favorites as it is Safer Choice certified and designed for the environment. (And also affordable.)

[@janehernandez4275]

@@AskAngelaBrown Thank you!!

[@leticiaurbach1720]

What is the all purpose cleaner?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hi. You can find that all-purpose cleaner here: amzn.to/3Nsudpj (paid link). Thanks so much for watching. 🤗

[@lynniespringer1705]

Comet scratches porcelain. What do to prevent this? My parents had a porcelain tub and they used Comet to clean it. Over years the porcelain became scratched. This was their only cleaner. How are you able to alleviate this problem?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I've been cleaning for 30 years and have never had Comet scratch a tub. I'm wondering if it was the scrubby they used along with the comet. Did they use a metal scrubby or brush? We always use Scotch Brite non-scratch scrub sponges. amzn.to/3bVdsSn NOTE: Use the blue ones, the green and yellow ones do scratch lots of surfaces.

[@rld1278]

Did the same to my parents sink as well.

[@kbielak6365]

My son wants to clean his own toilet but the bathroom has carpet. What cleanser can I buy for him so the carpet won't get spots on it if the brush drips? I love your videos!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I don't know a specific cleaner off the top of my head, but to clean a toilet in a bathroom with carpeted flooring, it's best to choose a toilet bowl cleaner that won't damage the carpet if the brush drips. You can use a toilet bowl cleaner specifically designed for use on carpets, which is formulated to be safe for carpet fibers. Alternatively, use a traditional toilet bowl cleaner, but take extra precautions to prevent drips or spills from contacting the carpet, such as placing an absorbent material around the base of the toilet. Be careful when using any cleaning product in a bathroom with carpeted flooring, and avoid using harsh or abrasive cleaners that can damage the carpet. Regular cleaning and maintenance can help extend the lifespan of carpets while keeping them looking their best.

[@Parliament9502]

“Over-Spray” 😂😂😂

[@AskAngelaBrown]

lol!

[@beverlyglass1077]

I like to sweep/vacuum before i clean my bathroom. Men don't use toilet paper sometimes so I clean inside the toilet any hows 🙂

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Seems like you have a process already set in place. If it works, keep doing it. Thanks for watching!

[@airikahteran417]

Do you put your hand in toilet water to use the pummus stone to get rid of the toilet rings ..

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I don't under any circumstance recommend pumice stones. Pumice stones can technically be used in a toilet - but if you scratch the porcelain shell off the ceramic around the toilet bowl water line when trying to remove a ring - when you use toilet bowl cleaner again it will permanently stain the ring line blue. SO MANY cleaning techs have gone out in the field and have ruined customers toilets they have to replace for this very reason. Please don't use pumice stones in toilets.

[@s.c.945]

Quick question. I know the video was specific on (maintaining) wiping down/cleaning the toilet/sides, floor sinks etc. but when you do a maintenance in the bathroom, you do sweep or vacuum prior to all this correct? I can’t imagine going down there with a damp or wet cloth and wiping out dust,hair etc 🤢

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I ususally wipe/sweep beforehand. Some people choose to do both. I think for some it depends on the job, how dirty the bowl is, etc.

[@s.c.945]

@@AskAngelaBrown thank you. I love your videos!

[@angiedavis793]

Do u do the shower and tub?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yes, typically we do the toilet first and then we wash out the shower and tub. sometimes we need the clean water from the tub and/or soap for cleaning the toilet, toilet brush holders or plunger or area around the floor depending on the situation. When all that other stuff is clean, then we clean out the tub.

[@wholesomeparenting2.015]

Hello angela btw i love your videos... i was wondering how do i get more customers? i have a decent amount of customers, but i dont know i think im missing something im only two months in but need a little advice what should i do, i ran flyers,post on facebook did ads thriught there,also im doing home advisor im posting my flyers and business cards at laundry mats and also did some direct calling!! what am i doing wrong. i tried to ask you this question on your website but i didnt see the button

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Check out this video on how to get more clients: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKbJZ4yFj9alfKs

[@hilariemaldonado2673]

Would baking soda work to clean the toilet as well?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

It could be used to remove odors, but you might be better off with a cleanser or an acid, depending on the scope of the job.

[@d.vaders1178]

I would strongly suggest that one does not turn the water supply off. Each time the water supply knob is turned off and on, it can lead to a leak presenting...talk about an unnecessary business expense of having to pay a clients plumber to fix a leak that may have damaged vinyl flooring or water damage in a second floor bathroom. My suggestion as the alternative is to use a gravity flush. Fill up your mop bucket, lift toilet seat and lid to the upright position and dump the water from the mop bucket into the bowl. This will cause the water in the bowl as well as the mop bucket to evacuate the toilet bowl completely but no refill from the water tank will occur. There will be the smallest inch or so of water still in the exit loop thus no sewer gases will be able to enter, however you then have a very exposed toilet bowl for the ultimate cleaning area. A simple normal flush action will then refill the bowl when completed...the same as when water supply goes out in massive power outages and well pumps or city supply is compromised. You always have one flush remaining to each potty. I usually do a pre-scrub bowl clean prior to the gravity flush to really see what I’m dealing with. I also use the most “unused” toilet (typically a powder room) as my mop water dumping station and clean it last.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Great tip...thanks for sharing!

[@charlylas1212]

Where did you get your black bag where you have all your cleaning supplies?

[@cindyb3028]

Amazon sells them

[@beatrizbiederman6696]

GENERAL PURPOSE CLEANER? Which did you use? Or What are some names?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Here are links to some of the things I used. *** RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE *** Comet Powder Cleaner -amzn.to/2UEXLY1 Toilet Brush with Rim Brush - amzn.to/2Xh2JHf Toilet Bowl Cleaner for Hard Water Stains, Lime Scale & Rust - amzn.to/2Xj8Fjk Cleaning Caddy Shown in Video - amzn.to/2Z78x82 *** TOILET CLEANING PRODUCTS WE RECOMMEND *** mycleaningconnection.com/products/ *** MOST REQUESTED LIST OF CLEANING STUFF I USE *** www.Amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown

[@Halvin369]

can i replace the paper towel to microfiber cloth?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

If it is your own home and you want to use a microfiber cloth on the toilet, sure. We don't recommend it for professional cleaning for cross contamination purposes. We don't want to clean someone's toilet and then accidentally use the same cloth to clean their bathroom sink where their toothbrush, hair brush and makeup are. Does that make sense?

[@mlouise9861]

The company I work for has us use microfibre instead of paper towel and after using it on a toilet it goes straight into a bag and then you know not to use it again. All cloths get washed afterwards so no cross contamination. I'm in Australia though so I don't know if it's different depending on the country. I just don't like the idea of using something that will contribute to landfill if i don't have to.

[@DLFfitness1]

Thanks…. I never thought to use paper towels.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're welcome! And thanks for watching. 🙂

[@anitaparsons7929]

I’m Obsessed with you

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Aww, thanks! I appreciate you. 😊

[@katkat5420]

Why do we never see toilet brushes in commercial bathrooms? If there is supposed to be one plunger and brush per bathroom, why do not we see them. I work in a machine shop with several bathrooms. My purchasing jobs have recently incorporated the cleaning supplies. When I went into the closet today I saw a plunger on the floor. I immediately though gross, then why have I never seen a brush in the bathrooms. I'm going to buy a brush for each bathroom; is there one you recommend for a large commercial building? Thank you for all you do. I appreciate you.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Great question Kat Kat. Every time I am in a public restroom and see a toilet brush, I use it - because it's often the toilet needs a good scrub. I think many consider it unsightly so they don't put them in public restrooms - but a dirty toilet is more unsightly in my opinion.

[@joan_of_arc1431]

will this comet paste also clean up the gunk that is under the toilet bowl rim? Under mine there is a lot of gunk I guess from the hard water we have.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

If you have hard water replace the Comet with Bar Keepers Friend which is another type of powder cleaner. Here is a paid link so you can see what it looks like amzn.to/3xmOa8W and you can find it at some grocery stores. It's between 1.5-2.5 on the pH scale so it's significantly stronger than Comet.

[@mariajara6791]

I also vacuum before. If there’s hair around abd the floor gets wet, I can’t vacuum.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You're doing a great job!

[@Sensi919]

Me too. Vacuum and sweep.

[@monabiehl6213]

Don't use paper towels as it is a waste. Paper towels are for food preparation. I use cleaning cloths. They are color coded so I use a different one for the toilet and the floor and the shower and the sink. I am not a professional cleaner. I clean the bathroom after showering. I squirt with a cleaner and let it set while I shower. Then when I get out of the shower I wipe over the bathroom. I use cleanser and do heavier cleaning periodically. This is when I clean my toilet brush and then I air it out.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

If cleaning your own home, this method you mention is a great one since there is no risk of cross-contaminating cloths with another customer's home. And yes, you can wash the cloths in the laundry to save on waste to the landfill. Thanks for bringing this up. 👏👏👏

[@watermelonsryum6642]

For a maintenance clean, is cleaning the shower curtain not part of the service? I don’t have a shower curtain at home and wouldn’t even know how to clean curtains. Guessing it would take awhile hand. Unless done in the washing machine

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for your question! Shower curtain cleaning often isn't included in a basic maintenance clean because it requires quite some time, but it depends on the company

[@ThePalms123]

I am.a house cleaner who has a difficult time sticking to a maintenance clean and typically clean like it's my first clean...I like your episode about the steam mop vs the microfiber spin mop as I am that person who will get down on my knees to clean floors because I am downright picky in cleaning even the corners and can't stand floors with food stuck for days. It makes it extremely difficult to clean up with just a regular mop, but I find steam mops are beasts in cleaning the majority of high traffic areas. When I clean anything around a toilet I either use a microfiber with a little cleaner on to dust off the the toilet holder (always notoriously dusty), dust caddy utilizing a microfiber, especially when there are water droplets that stain tops of caddy or even top of toilet bowl holder. I've even washed the item described above in shower as that is just as easy and yiu can let that stuff dry in shower, also a plus..so there is noooo need to waste your time drying the items that go around the toilet.. I also like your ideas for the different accounts for banking to track 30% that goes to taxes, marketing and money that automatically comes out of main account to pay you.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for the feedback, ideas and suggestions. I appreciate you stopping by. :-)

[@robertabray-enhus3198]

Oh so that’s why you triangle the TP My mom always used comet in the toilet She was an incredibly picky cleaner! Me,not do much

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I appreciate you watching my video and taking the time to leave a comment. 👍

[@parler8698]

Ma'am please use more than one paper towel. This is not the time to be cheap.😂

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks for your suggestion! I just want to show how to minimize waste, but everyone has their own approach. I appreciate your sharing!

[@callalilly63]

is there a way to clean the toilet tank?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yes, a cup of white vinegar left to sit in the toilet tank of water will help clean it. After about 30 minutes you can flush the toilet, use a small brush to clean the tank and reflush. That should clean it nicely and remove any gunk.

[@mireiaxavier9084]

Podia ter legenda em português

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You can choose Auto-translate option in the Subtitles Section of your video settings and opt for translation to Portuguese

[@lauranoon]

How do you clean the wall and baseboard when there is almost no room in between the toilet and other objects?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

You could try using a long-handled brush, microfiber cloth attached to tongs, or a toilet brush with an extended handle. Hope, this helps!

[@jaxt7197]

How do you clean a toilet tank if it has residue from drop-in cleaning tablets?

[@JWC777]

Lime away! It's the best!!

[@jaxt7197]

@@JWC777 I was more interested in a method to clean it. Does the water need to be drained? If yes, how to do that?

[@JWC777]

@@jaxt7197 oh snaps sorry I just realized you were asking about the tank. I was thinking the toilet bowl. Sorry I'm not sure how to clean the tank.

[@jaxt7197]

@@JWC777 No problem. I live in an area with very hard water which presents a whole separate set of toilet cleaning issues, even with a water softener system. :)

[@cindyb3028]

Shut off water and flush twice, put cleaning vinegar in a spray bottle and spray all throughout your tank tank and wait for about hour. Then use scrubbing sponge and scrub all the grime and lime, turn water back on and flush. If you have lime build up under your toilet rim, you can spray strips of toilet paper with vinegar and lay it around the rim, let it sit for awhile then scrub with toilet brush. Hope this helps.

[@WilliamFontaineJr]

My question will you do a video on most Efficient way to maintenance clean of a glass walled shower?

[@mrsducky3428]

Yes!!!!

[@heartsockmonkey]

A trick I learned is to use a dish scrubber, the type you can put soap into the handle. Fill it with a mix of dish soap and white vinegar. Get the shower door wet and just clean the door with the dish scrubber - instantly cuts through any residue/soap scum.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thank you for the show idea suggestion. 👍

[@theblissfullone]

Angela, do you have a recommendation that would help in a household that has a lot of pets? I have a house that has 4 cats and 2 dogs. 😓 My method for cleaning a toilet is very similar to you, but I'll wipe and then all of a sudden there's a hair, then another .. ugh.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Households with lots of pets will require more frequent cleaning. 🤗 Grooming the pets often can help reduce the pet hair too. Hope that helps! ☺

[@theblissfullone]

@@AskAngelaBrown Thanks, Angela! 🙂

[@amythompson7700]

My plumber told me that the abrasives in comet settle inside the horizontal portion of your plumbing and he says don’t use that stuff. Please comment. What do you think?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

I haven't heard that before. Are you using water to wash it down? We use so little of it and use water after scrubbing the areas that we haven't had problems but it is possible I suppose. Let's both look that up and see if we can find out more information on that. Thanks for sharing it.

[@amythompson7700]

@@AskAngelaBrown I was taught to use it to bleach my porcelain kitchen sink and rinse with plenty of water decades ago, so I was shocked when an older guy plumber told me that I was depositing sand inside my pipes. I’m now a landlord with several buildings to maintain and I threw out all of the abrasive cleaning products I owned in my own house. I told my tenants the same. I’ve never seen the Evidence, though. Thank you for posting your cleaning information. It’s inspiring me to clean up the house!

[@Juliealdean]

I honestly don’t know how you can do it that fast. I go into peoples houses and start to clean the toilet and it takes ages as the toilet can be dusty, they only supply you with several cleaning cloths and the dust just goes around and around.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Hey Julie, you will get faster. The average house cleaner cleans between 6 to 15 toilets in a day. After a while you become an ace at it. You've got this.

[@sislertx]

What about hard water in a toliet?????

[@audreymay9378]

I used Lysol lime and rust toilet bowel cleaner to remove the ring from the hard water stain lime built up, etc. I poured water into the toilet to reduce the water level and then I applied the Lysol lime and rust toilet bowl cleaner and allowed it to sit for 20 minutes then scrubbed the toilet with a toilet wand scrubber.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Thanks so much for watching the video. Check out the BRITE and CLEAN Ultimate Hard Water Stain Remover website: www.hardwaterstain.com/best-hard-water-stain-remover/how-to-remove-hard-water-stains-on-porcelain-sinks-and-toilet-bowls I hope this helps! 👍

[@teresacoffman5529]

So do you not recommend the liquid toilet cleaners?

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Yes for a really nasty toilet. But for 95% of the cleaning of toilets you can just use a brush and perhaps a sprinkle or two of some powdered cleanser.

[@greenhummingbird421]

I'm watching this lady at 1 in the morning. I love the way she talks. Very professional. But you can tell she's worked with alot of lazy people.

[@AskAngelaBrown]

LOL. The challenge when you do a KZbin show is that you get a WIDE variety of people who have and haven't cleaned. You can assume nothing. I remember one time in a video I mentioned "rinsing the dishes after a meal and putting them in the dish drainer" and got a huge backlash of people who got upset because they thought I was promoting no hot water or soap. To me, the hot water and soap was a given and an obvious common sense move. Now, I explain that one must use hot water and soap when "rinsing the dishes." LOL.

[@greenhummingbird421]

@@AskAngelaBrown Makes sense! I guess you have to give very precise detail. The world could use more people like you.