Your kitchen is likely to be the most germ-ridden room in your house. But bathrooms can also harbor an abundance of harmful bacteria and germs clinging to towels, taps, door handles and toilet bowls.
Here are just a few pointers that I hope will help you to keep your bathroom clean and healthy.
Toothbrushes
We tend to put all of our family toothbrushes together in a beaker above the sink, which is not a good idea. But, ideally, toothbrushes should be kept apart, well away from toilets and sinks where they may be splashed with water. It’s a good idea to change your toothbrush around every three or four months.
Towels
Ideally you should provide separate towels for each family member. This will reduce the chance that a virus wll be passed from one person to another. Its also a good idea to color code your bath and hand towels and ensure that your family knows which is which.
Soap
Studies show that liquid soap dispensers are the most hygienic way to dispense soap. You will find that an attractive liquid soap dispenser will encourage your children to wash their hands when they use the bathroom. Also, be sure to use a liquid soap dispenser in any bathroom that might be used by non-family members.
Toilet Flushing
Encourage your family to flush the toilet with the lid down on the toilet seat. The flushing action causes small polluted water particles from the toilet to be thrown into the air, landing on surrounding surfaces, taps, towels and handles. Keeping the toilet seat lid down will reduce the amount of potentially harmful germs released into the bathroom atmosphere whenever the toilet is flushed. Why not invest in novelty toilet seat that your family will want to close every time they use it.
Clean, Bleach and Disinfect
You should clean and bleach your toilet bowl at least twice a week. Toilets should be kept as clean as possible. Shower heads and taps that have not been run will harbor germs so its a good idea to run them hot for a while. Change your towels as often as possible and be certain to clean all surfaces and handles often.








