Cleaning Order Matters
This should always be the final step when cleaning a bathroom.
What is mopping the floor?
This protective item should always be worn while cleaning.
What are gloves?
This toilet part is touched most often and should be disinfected frequently.
What is the flush handle?
This buildup is commonly found on shower walls.
What is soap scum?
This is why bathroom trash should be emptied regularly.
What is preventing odors and bacteria?
This area should be cleaned before the floor to avoid spreading germs.
What is the toilet?
This happens when bleach and ammonia are mixed.
What are toxic fumes?
This bathroom surface is often forgotten but holds bacteria.
What are sink handles?
Rinsing the shower after use helps prevent this problem.
What is soap scum buildup?
A clean smell does NOT guarantee this.
What is that the bathroom is disinfected?
Why should you clean from top to bottom in a bathroom?
What is to prevent dirt and germs from falling onto already cleaned surfaces?
Why is ventilation important while cleaning bathrooms?
What is to prevent inhaling harmful chemical fumes?
This item should NEVER be shared between toilet and sink cleaning.
What is a cleaning cloth or sponge?
The most common cause of recurring shower drain clogs.
What is hair buildup?
The MOST effective long-term cleaning strategy in shared bathrooms.
What is consistent cleaning by all residents?
Which toilet part should be cleaned first to reduce contamination?
What is the toilet bowl?
If cleaning chemicals touch your skin, this is the correct response.
What is rinsing immediately with water?
Why are high-touch surfaces more dangerous in shared bathrooms?
What is because they spread germs quickly between people?
Mold on shower curtains is usually caused by this condition.
What is moisture with poor ventilation?
Sticky or damp surfaces usually mean this.
What is the bathroom is not fully clean?
Putting cleaning tasks in the wrong order can lead to this problem.
What is cross-contamination?
Using too much cleaning product can cause this long-term issue.
What is residue buildup that attracts dirt?
The This is the MOST effective way to reduce bacteria on high-touch areas.
What is regular disinfecting?
This is the BEST first step when mold is noticed.
What is cleaning with a disinfectant or bleach-based product?
Ignoring bathroom cleanliness in shared housing can lead to these three issues.
What are health risks, pests, and conflict with roommates?