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We usually spend quite a bit doing up our bathrooms with
quality products so they look good and last a long time. But keeping our
bathroom vanities and cabinets looking shiny and new can be a tricky affair.
You could end up damaging your bathroom vanity sets if you are not careful when
cleaning them.
Here are a few basic tips and tricks to help you clean you
bathroom vanities and cabinets so they look good all the time.
What not to use:
Did you know that cleaning your bathroom vanities and
cabinets using the wrong cleaners can actually damage your bathroom vanity
sets? So before you get started, make sure you avoid usage of really corrosive
cleaners and rough metal based scrubs.
Getting Started:
To get started, clear your bathroom vanities and cabinets of
all the stuff you have on the counter top and in the drawers or shelves.
For those items you usually place on the counter tops like
bottles and glasses, be sure to clean the bottoms of those items. We usually
clean the counter tops of our bathroom vanities but miss cleaning these items
completely.
Cleaning the bottoms of glasses and bottles will help
prevent the growth of fungus and molds that have a tendency to accumulate in
that area.
The Proper Way to Clean:
Consider the material of the countertop before you start
cleaning. For wooden tops, refrain from using bleach to remove stains. If the
stains are not too stubborn, light sanding and finishing would suffice.
Otherwise get the help of a professional to sand and finish the counter top for
you.
If the counter top is made of porcelain or laminates try
using bleach or mild cleaners to get rid of stains. The classic concoction of
baking soda, lemon juice, and vinegar has been known to help with stubborn
stains.
If the top is made of marble, avoid the above mixture as the
acidic content will corrode the polished marble layer and cause it to look
dull. Instead use a pH-neutral solution along with a piece of micro fiber cloth
to clean your marble top.
After Cleaning:
Be sure to dry the surface right after you clean it as even
the tiniest water droplets can leave can leave a stain on your marble top. Give
your bathroom vanities and cabinets a good once over with a dry micro fiber
cloth. Light furniture polish and a glass cleaner will add shine to wood
cabinet fronts and glass panels.
To help prevent fungus growth, within your bathroom vanity
sets, place few packs of silica gel or other moisture absorbing products in the
storage area. Remember to replace them when necessary.
