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No matter how regularly you clean your toilet, a urine smell seems to linger? Despite air fresheners, it always comes back... The cause? Invisible residues that accumulate in the bowl, on surfaces or even in the floor joints. Fortunately, there are simple, natural and very effective solutions to get rid of it permanently!
Discover 7 effective tips to say goodbye to bad odors and keep your toilets fresh all the time!
Baking soda: a natural odor absorber
Why does urine smell so strong?
Urine contains ammonia and bacteria which, when stagnant, give off a persistent odor .
Why is bicarbonate effective?
- It neutralizes the acids responsible for bad odors.
- It absorbs moisture and prevents bacteria from growing.
How to use it?
- In the toilet bowl : Sprinkle 2 to 3 tablespoons (about 50 g) of bicarbonate, leave to act for 10 minutes , scrub with the brush and flush.
- On the floor and joints : Sprinkle a tablespoon of bicarbonate around the toilet, leave to act for a few hours , then vacuum or clean with lukewarm water.
- As a room deodorizer : Place a cup of baking soda in a corner of the toilet to continuously absorb odors .
Bonus tip : For an even more powerful clean, add a glass (about 200 ml) of white vinegar on top of the baking soda before scrubbing!
White vinegar: a very effective disinfectant
Why is white vinegar effective?
White vinegar is one of the best natural cleaners :
- It destroys odor-causing bacteria.
- It dissolves limescale and encrusted urine deposits.
How to use it?
- In the toilet bowl : Pour a glass (about 200 ml) of white vinegar , leave to act for 15 minutes , rub and flush.
- As a disinfectant spray : Mix 150 ml of water and 100 ml of white vinegar in a spray bottle , spray on surfaces and wipe.
- On the floor : Wash the tiles and joints with a mixture of white vinegar and hot water to remove urine residue .
Bonus tip : Add a few drops of lemon essential oil for a more pleasant smell !
Essential oils: a touch of freshness
Essential oils don't just provide fragrance : they also have antibacterial properties !
Which essential oils to choose?
- Lavender : Soothing and antibacterial.
- Eucalyptus : Purifying and refreshing.
- Lemon : Disinfectant and anti-odor.
How to use them?
- In a diffuser : half a teaspoon is enough for a fresh atmosphere .
- On an absorbent pebble : pour half a teaspoon into a bowl, then place it in a corner of the toilet.
- In the toilet flush : Add half a teaspoon to the tank for a light fragrance diffusion with each flush.
Bonus tip : Pour half a teaspoon onto the toilet paper roll for a subtle scent!
Clean hidden surfaces!
Urine odors can also seep into seals, under toilet seats, and onto floors .
Areas to clean regularly:
- Under the toilet seat : Lift it up and clean the edges well !
- Tile joints : Use an old toothbrush with white vinegar .
- The floor around the toilet : Mop with a mixture of water, white vinegar and bicarbonate .
Lemon: a natural deodorizer
Lemon is an excellent antibacterial and odor neutralizer .
How to use it?
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