Quick & Effective Toilet Cleaning: The Dishwasher Tablet Trick
You know those days when you’re knee-deep in chores and just want an easier way to get things done?
That was me last weekend. I was tackling the usual Saturday morning clean-up when I noticed my toilet wasn’t as fresh as I’d like. Then, I remembered reading somewhere about using dishwasher tablets for tough grime.
That’s when I thought—why not try it on the toilet? Spoiler alert: It worked wonders!
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1. Prep Your Toilet 🚽
First things first—make sure your toilet bowl is ready for cleaning.
Flush the toilet to start with a clean slate. This will ensure that the tablet can get right to work without any excess water diluting its power.
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2. Drop the Tablet In 💧
Now for the fun part—drop that dishwasher tablet right into the toilet bowl.
You’ll notice it starts to fizz and dissolve pretty quickly, which is exactly what we want! The fizzing action helps lift stains and breaks down any buildup around the bowl.
3. Let It Sit 🕒
Patience is key here! Let the dishwasher tablet sit in the bowl for about 15-20 minutes.
This gives it time to work its magic on all those hard-to-reach spots. If your toilet is particularly dirty, you can leave it for a bit longer—up to 30 minutes.
4. Scrub Away 🧼
After the tablet has had some time to do its thing, grab your toilet brush and give the bowl a good scrub.
Pay special attention to any areas with visible stains or buildup. You’ll be amazed at how easily the grime lifts away!
5. Flush and Polish ✨
Once you’ve scrubbed to your heart’s content, flush the toilet to rinse away the residue.
For an extra touch of shine, use your microfiber cloth to wipe down the seat and exterior. Your toilet should now be sparkling clean and smelling fresh!
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I was genuinely surprised by how well this worked. The bowl was cleaner than it’s been in ages, and there was no lingering chemical smell—just a fresh, clean scent.
Plus, the whole process was so simple that I’m definitely adding this to my regular cleaning routine.
So, If you’re looking for a quick way to freshen up your bathroom, give this toilet maintenance hack a try, I think you will be pleasantly surprised!
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I have not found any soap that does not work on toilet, provided you scrub , which all soaps need especially under the rim. I’m sure this works but pricey. I use what I have on hand. Dawn is good also but pricey and can easily be overused so you have suds city. Comet is good and affordable. Scent isn’t first choice but considering all the other smells the toilet takes it’s acceptable. Just clean toilet couple times a week and never a problem. Takes about five minutes at best if done regularly
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Any type of dishwashing liquid?
Oh my, Not meaning to stir a pot, but Are people really that clueless as to what and where liquids go once they are realeased into a household drain? I have used Coke a cola, denture cleanser, tooth paste tubes in the toilet tank, cleaners made for toilets. You have to scrub that toilet often to keep it sparkling and smelling fresh no matter what you use to clean it with. I my neck of the woods there are still the old time Out Houses in use in certain areas.😉
I've always used Comet to clean toilets. My question tho... We are in a rental apartment and the rim on the toilet has a brown, coke color, all around it. How can I remove it?