Manufacturers of cleaning products have now caught on to the fact that having half a dozen different cleaning products for one room in the house is time consuming, as well as expensive and often messy.  Most will now have a bathroom ‘all in one’ type product that can be used on all surfaces and will clean both dirt and limescale.  Most of these cleaners are also designed to work without too much user effort.

If there is one separate product that it is worth investing in then a product that helps to stop limescale forming on shower cubicles is a good idea. Unless you are happy to clean your shower every day, then this can be a timesaving idea that will involve you spending less time scrubbing and will give you more time to yourself.

You should also take care to stop mould and mildew forming on the grout between your bathroom tiles.  This can happen without you even realising it, but is easily resolved with the use of a good cleaner.  Several of the aforementioned ‘all in one’ cleaners now contain an ingredient that can help remove and prevent the build-up of mould on grout, and regular usage should keep it at bay.

Cleaning the outside of the toilet is just as important as cleaning the inside. Be sure to focus on getting the toilet seat as clean as possible. Buying products that keep your toilet fresh after each flush, such as cistern blocks, is a good idea. These products prevent the build up of lime scale and get rid of bacteria. They are also lightly fragranced, providing your toilet with a pleasant smell.

Toilet rim hangers are another option. These are lightly fragranced toilet cleaning blocks that foam after each flush, keeping your toilet looking and smelling fresh and removing bacteria. They are easy to use and a safe cleaning option.

There are products, such as the Tri-odour Trap Sani-Sleeve, which remove unpleasant odours, help to reduce the number of blockages in your toilet, and also save water. These are easy to install and are priced at £15.00.

Wilkinson offers a selection of toilet cleaning products, including the Harpic Power Plus Toilet Cleaner. This helps to remove stains, prevents lime scale and gets rid of bacteria. It is available in a 750ml bottle and is priced at £1.40. Wilkinson also offers two bottles for £2.00, which is ideal if you wish to stock up.

There are many stores that sell suitable cleaning products for particular areas of the bathroom, such as toilet cleaner and products for keeping your bath and shower clean. Bathmats also need to be washed regularly to prevent them from become damp and mouldy. If you have a shower curtain, then it will also need to be removed and cleaned regularly. Bath screens can become dirty from constant exposure to water and steam, so they will need to be scrubbed down on a regular basis.

If you have extractor fans or vents, then these will need to be cleaned regularly, as dust can build up and prevent them from working properly. Lights may also need a wipe down, but make sure that they are switched off before you attempt to clean them.

Any leaking bottles, such as shampoo or bubble bath should be replaced. If you have a medicine cabinet, then it may be a good idea to throw out any old bottles and replace them. Storage cabinets should be kept clean and old make-up or other unwanted items should be discarded.

There are toilets that have been designed to fight bacteria and stop mould from spreading. These toilets are built with a special glaze to help prevent condensation. Like the one-piece toilet, this type of toilet is easier to maintain and will help you to have a cleaner bathroom.

If you do not have much space, then opting for a space saving toilet is the best idea. These types of toilets often come with matching seats and covers, which helps your bathroom to keep its theme and look neater. Plumbworld offers space saving toilets, though their selection is currently only available in white.

If a toilet has a matching seat or cover that you do not like, then you can swap them for a different style. Toilet seats are not too expensive and come in a variety of styles. Plumbworld offer a wide selection of designer toilet seats in a variety of styles, including black mosaic seats, starfish seats for an aquatic theme and even a football style seat, which is suitable for children.

If you do find that there has been a build up of mould in your bathroom, then the best solution is to scrub it away with bleach and water. If bleach does not work, then HG Mould Spray may be the best solution. This spray removes black mould from tile grouts, plaster, toilets, showers and many other areas. It is available from a variety of stores and is usually priced at £4.95. It may be available at a cheaper price at online stores such as eBay or Amazon. HG also offers shower and basin spray and shower shield, which prevents build up of lime scale.

To prevent mould from building up, install an extractor fan or open your windows after a bath to let the steam out. Wipe all areas that have had water exposed to them after you have had a bath or a shower. Keep a bottle of mould spray or a selection of other cleaning products close by so that you can quickly get rid of any mould that has built up.

Next, you need to ensure that the bathroom is clean, not just every day tidy, but absolutely bright and sparklingly clean. If your bathroom is extremely clean you send out a signal that you have cared for the home and that it has been well looked after, so enticing the prospective buyer to look on it in a more favourable light.

If you do have any very decorative items or objects that make a very bold statement, then they should be removed and put into storage until your house is sold. They will simply draw the eye of the viewer and, whilst they may love it, on the other hand they may find it completely unappealing. So err on the side of caution and be very conservative, then when the house is sold, you can re-apply your design flair to your new bathroom.