Put a plastic bottle in the toilet tank!!!

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Keeping your bathroom fresh and clean is important, especially the toilet. Because we use them so often, toilets can quickly start to smell or get dirty. While cleaning often is a must, we know that not everyone can keep their toilets clean regularly.

Good news! There are easy ways to keep your toilet sparkling clean and smelling good with less effort. One clever trick uses something you probably already have: a plastic bottle.

Make Your Own Toilet Cleaner Dispenser

This simple method helps clean your toilet automatically. Here’s what you need to do:

“Start by getting a little plastic bottle ready.” A clean, empty water or soda bottle works great.
Next, you’ll make your cleaning mix. “After the bottle is two-thirds full with water, add the toilet bowl cleaner.” Make sure it’s a toilet cleaner that’s safe for your plumbing system.
“The cleaning solution may be dissolved into the water by gently shaking the container with the lid closed.” This helps the cleaner mix well with the water.

To make it super clear:

“Start by filling the bottle with water.”
“Next, pour in the detergent.”

Now for the smart part:

“Poke a few tiny holes in the bottle’s body using a heated nail on the pick’s tip.” Be careful here! These small holes are important for the cleaner to drip out slowly.
“Then, when you’ve opened the toilet tank lid, put the water bottle inside.” Place it carefully so it doesn’t get in the way of the flushing parts.
“Once again, secure the tank cover.”

How This Clever Bottle Works

The magic of this system is that it cleans on its own!

“The water in the bottle will remain sealed when the lid is securely secured and there is no force applied to it.” But here’s the smart part:
“Nevertheless, the bleach solution in the plastic container will gradually pour out when you push the flush button, thanks to the force of the water flow.” Every time you flush, a little bit of cleaner goes into the bowl. This helps stop dirt from building up.

This constant cleaning is a big help. “You may save time cleaning since the bleach solution will disinfect, deodorize, and eliminate filth for a long period.” It keeps your toilet fresh between your regular cleanings, so you don’t have to scrub as often or as hard.

More Tips for a Clean Toilet!

“Various than the bleach bottle approach described above, there are various ways to clean and deodorize the toilet.” Trying different methods can help you find what works best for your home.

The Simple Soap Bar Trick

Here’s another surprisingly easy way to keep your toilet fresh, using a simple bar of soap. This also works inside the toilet tank for gentle, ongoing cleaning.

Here’s how to do it:

“Put a little bar of soap in a thin sock.” A clean, old sock works perfectly.
“Secure the sock’s mouth shut” so the soap stays inside.
“The next step is to insert the soap sock into the tank of the toilet.” It’s important to place it right. “Take note: the soap must not settle to the bottom.”
To keep it floating, “Set the sock on its end on the tank’s edge and cover it with the lid to maintain its suspension in the water.”
Over time, “Dissolving the soap into the water is a gradual process.”
Just like with the plastic bottle, “Pressing the toilet flush button releases soapy water, which helps remove grime and” leaves a fresh smell. This is a gentle way to keep things clean and smelling nice.