There’s been a surge in artsy bathroom redesigns — many ditching the builder-grade, Brilliant White look for color drenching, marble, and custom hardware. But with great design comes great responsibility — color drenching makes your fixtures, like a white bathtub or polished brass faucet, stand out. This is a good thing. But if they’re afflicted with grime, it can downgrade the look of your bathroom and feel unsanitary.
Aside from knowing how often you should clean your bathroom, knowing how to clean fixtures is just as important. "Working with bathroom hardware in my day-to-day, the one thing people tend to overlook is that fixtures aren’t just about looks," says Angelique Kreller, interior designer at Australian hardware and accessories supplier Yabby. "While they are beautiful, they are also complex and need specific care. The finishes, for example, are beautiful, but they are sensitive to harsh chemicals. And, they can actually wear down if you use the wrong cleaning products."
