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10 Bathroom Cleaning Essentials

Written by Team Blueland
Published: March 5, 2024
Updated: June 29, 2026

Key Takeaways

• A low-waste bathroom cleaning routine starts with versatile essentials like all-purpose cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner, glass cleaner, reusable cloths, baking soda, and vinegar.

• Some traditional bathroom cleaning products contain ingredients that certain households may prefer to avoid, while alternatives like baking soda, vinegar, and plant-based cleaners are commonly used for everyday bathroom cleaning.

• Blueland products like Bathroom Cleaner, Toilet Bowl Cleaner Tablets, Glass + Mirror Cleaner, and Cloud Cloths are designed to help reduce plastic waste while cleaning your bathroom.

Yes, it's possible to clean your bathroom without causing harm to the planet! The key is having the right cleaning essentials on hand to make sure you're able to clean without worry or waste. Here are the 10 bathroom cleaning essentials that make cleaning the bathroom a breeze.

1. All Purpose Cleaner

When it comes to cleaning the bathroom, you need a spray cleaner that can tackle all of the grime that can happen in all the many corners—from the shower to the sink. And our Bathroom Cleaner has you covered. From your tub to your tile, plant-based ingredients work hard to wash away soap scum and grime without any of the harsh chemicals. Just fill with water, drop in a tablet and voila! You're one spray away from a cleaner bathroom and planet.

2. Toilet Bowl Cleaner

Standard toilet bowl cleaners contain harsh chemicals and are typically made of a messy blue liquid that you don't want to go near. Blueland Toilet Bowl Cleaner Tablets are the first plastic-free toilet bowl cleaner tablet that's tough on stains but gentle on the planet. No more harsh chemicals, harmful ingredients or plastic packaging – our tablets work hard with plant-based power.

3. Glass Cleaner

Our Bathroom Cleaner Spray covers most everything in the bathroom, but when it comes to glass (which the bathroom has a lot of), you'll want to reach for our Glass + Mirror Cleaner. The Glass + Mirror Cleaner leaves your windows and surfaces crystal clear without any of the harsh chemicals or ingredients. Just fill with water, drop in a tablet and voila! Your reflection has never looked better.

4. Drain Cleaner

If you're looking for a natural alternative to drain cleaner, there are a few options:

• Remove Debris: Start by removing any visible debris from the drain opening. Use gloves to protect your hands, and if necessary, use a pair of tweezers or a small tool to pull out hair, food particles, or other debris lodged in the drain.

• Boiling Water: Pour a pot of boiling water down the drain to help loosen and flush away any grease or soap scum buildup. This can help to clear minor clogs and improve drainage.

• Baking Soda and Vinegar: Mix equal parts of baking soda and vinegar in a cup or bowl. Pour the mixture down the drain and let it sit for about 15 minutes. The combination of baking soda and vinegar creates a foaming action that helps to break down organic matter and neutralize odors.

• Hot Water Rinse: After allowing the baking soda and vinegar mixture to work its magic, flush the drain with hot water. This helps to wash away any remaining residue and ensures a thorough clean.

5. Distilled White Vinegar

Distilled white vinegar is a cleaning hero when it comes to dissolving soap scum and hard water stains. It can also be used as a floor cleaner, among other things! We love soaking shower heads in it to remove hard water stains.

6. Baking Soda

Another multitasker, this natural cleaning alternative can act as a scrub for your tile, grout and bathtub, plus it removes odors!

7. Blueland Oxi Laundry Booster

Blueland Oxi Laundry Booster is our version of a bleach alternative. Made to be used in the laundry (as the name suggests), to help brighten clothes and linens, it's also great at deep cleaning grout in your bathroom. Just spray our Bathroom Cleaner to wet the grout, then sprinkle on some Oxi Laundry Booster Powder, then spray again. Let this mix sit for a few minutes, then scrub and rinse with water.

8. Cloths

We love our Cloud Cloths for a number of reasons:

• Ultra-Absorbent: One cloth can absorb 10x its weight in water and replace as many as 1,500 paper towels

• Easy to Sanitize: Throw it in the dishwasher or boil to easily sanitize

• Lint-Free: Unlike cotton or paper towels, Blueland cloths won't leave behind lint or scratch surfaces, providing a streak-free and scratch-free clean

• Non-Abrasive: Blueland cloths are safe to use on delicate surfaces such as glass, screens, and polished metals

9. Toilet Bowl Brush

While we don't make a toilet brush, we suggest using a toilet brush that is made of rapidly renewable, plant-based materials and that is plastic-free.

10. Spray Bottles

A good cleaning solution is only as good as its spray bottle... or so they say. Luckily for you, all of our Spray Cleaner Starter Sets come with a Forever Bottle that you can refill again and again.

Make Bathroom Cleaning Sustainable

Equipping your bathroom with these planet-friendly essentials makes cleaning effortless and eco-conscious. From plant-based cleaners to reusable tools, you can maintain a sparkling space without single-use plastics or harsh chemicals.

Bonus: A cleaning supplies subscription ensures you always have the right amount of refills on hand, so you never run out mid-clean and can keep your routine consistent year-round.