This Affordable Cleaning Hack Will Make Your Bathroom Floors Look Brand New Again

Cleaning the bathroom floor, and we mean really cleaning it, is a chore many people prefer to avoid. Of all the tasks involved in deep cleaning the bathroom, scrubbing the floor tends to get overlooked. Not only does it take the longest, but let's be honest: Getting on your hands and knees to clean stubborn grout and tiles is not a task anyone looks forward to. However, there's one easy solution to get your bathroom floor spotless: steam. You don't need to invest in a steam mop, either, because this hack is practically free. Simply turn on the shower to achieve steamy results. 

This easy solution will get your bathroom floor — as well as your toilet, sink, bathtub, and shower — ready for scrubbing, making the process so much easier. It's also an environmentally conscious and non-toxic method of cleaning, as it reduces the use of synthetic chemicals from store-bought cleaners. You don't need to scour the aisles for organic cleaning products; your shower steam can naturally do the hard work for you.

Bathroom floors can become a cesspool for bacteria, mold, and scum, so it's important to clean this area, as well as the rest of your bathroom, at least once a week. While there's always the option of just purchasing steam cleaning tech to rid your floors of grime, one of the downsides of steam cleaners is how expensive they are. You can save your cash and utilize the steam straight from your shower, which is also more gentle. When just using shower steam, you only need a few basic tools: a bristle brush or an old toothbrush for tight nooks, a cloth for wiping, and a cleaning spray or all-purpose cleaner. 

To try this method in your bathroom, first make sure that the windows are closed. Next, apply the cleaning spray to the floor. If you'd like to make your own spray, you can use a ratio of 1 cup of vinegar to 1 cup of water. Turn on your shower to its hottest setting and leave it on for five to 15 minutes, keeping the doors shut and allowing the hot steam to fully build up. This is when it starts to work its magic on the bathroom grime. Turn off the faucet, ensure the bathroom door is closed, and wait a few more minutes for the cleaner and steam to sit. Finally, you can re-enter the bathroom, scrub and wipe down the floor, and watch the grime melt away. You won't need to scrub very hard, thanks to the steam and cleaner.