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The toilet is one of the places in the home where cleanliness and freshness play a crucial role. Over time, mineral salts dissolved in the water can begin to accumulate in the flush tank. These deposits can affect not only the appearance but also the function of the flush mechanism, which can lead to unwanted water leakage and unnecessary expenses. If you don’t want to disassemble and clean the entire tank, we have a few simple tricks to prevent this.
Prevention is key
As they say, prevention is always better than dealing with the consequences. Here are a few tips on how to keep the flushing mechanism in good condition without the need for complicated maintenance:
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Plastic bottle with fabric softener: One effective trick is to use a plastic bottle filled with laundry fabric softener. Drain the water from the tank, drill several small holes in the bottle, and place it inside the tank. With each flush a small amount of fabric softener will be released into the water, which helps prevent salt deposits and keeps the flushing mechanism clean.
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Toothpaste: An alternative to fabric softener can be a tube of toothpaste. Choose a toothpaste with a strong aroma, puncture several holes in the tube, and attach it inside the tank. The paste will gradually release its scent while also cleaning the interior of the flushing mechanism.
Quick odor removal
What to do when an unexpected guest catches you off guard and you notice an unpleasant smell from the toilet? Here is a quick trick used by flight attendants:
- Coffee as an air freshener: Place a cup of freshly ground coffee on the toilet and sprinkle a little coffee grounds directly into the toilet bowl. Coffee immediately neutralizes odors and leaves a pleasant aroma.
You can also use this trick to freshen the air in other rooms, and it will additionally get rid of troublesome insects that dislike the smell of coffee.
Herbs and spices for a pleasant scent
Want your toilet and bathroom to smell pleasant? Try natural methods:
- The scent of herbs and spices: Mix various herbs and spices (for example lavender, cinnamon, or clove) and place them in jars that you distribute around the room. This mixture will act as a natural air freshener and give your bathroom a fresh scent.
Conclusion
Keeping the toilet and flushing mechanism clean doesn’t have to be difficult. Just a few simple tricks that anyone can manage. Don’t forget prevention, which will save you time and money, and use natural remedies that you commonly have at home. Your toilet will be not only functional but also pleasantly fragrant.
