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Quick Fix Hub

Quick Fix Hub

Bathroom repairs made easy.

Welcome to our bathroom repair hub!

Are you living with a bathroom issue that you are not sure how to fix? Or have you been left waiting for minor repairs to get fixed?

From resolving blocked toilets and sinks to getting rid of minor areas of mould, this page is designed to help you find the tools you need to fix some of the small or minor issues you are facing in your bathroom at home.  

Dealing with toilet blockages

To prevent a blocked toilet, only ever flush toilet paper down the pan. Sanitary towels, tampons, hair from brushes, kitchen towels and wipes can all wreak havoc on your toilet plumbing, causing a nasty block. 

Maintain regular cleaning to prevent build up in the bowl. At least once a week, use a toilet cleaner and toilet brush to give it a good scrub, leaving the cleaner to sit for at least 10 minutes before flushing. 

For an extra sparkle, pour a cup of bicarbonate of soda down the bowl (ideally, once a week) or fit an in-cistern cleaner to sanitise it after every use. Wipe the handle with disinfectant and leave it to work for five minutes before drying.

Keeping your sink water flowing

A blocked bathroom sink can be a major inconvenience but is often avoidable and easily fixable in the immediate. 

Try to prevent hair and clumps of toothpaste from going down the drain as they can get stuck further down in your sinks plumbing. 

Let the hot tap run for a minute every week or so to help breakdown grime and soap scum from clogging pipes.

Go easy on the chemical cleaners as these can degrade piping if over used, instead invest in a sink cleaning brush to manually clear your drain.

Take care of your taps

Taps often develop stubborn limescale over time, especially if you live in an area with hard water. 

For a non-toxic solution to keep the limescale at bay, and your taps sparkling, use a 75/25 solution of lemon juice and water. Gently scrub the solution on the tap with a soft sponge and leave this to dissolve the limescale deposits for 30 minutes before rinsing thoroughly with water. 

Wiping down water splashes from taps as and when they happen can also help prevent the build up of water that results in limescale.

Preventing and removing mould

Mould is a common presence in bathrooms and something that all homes will have to battle at some point. Due to the moist nature of bathrooms, ventilation is key to preventing the build up of damp and mould that are as unsightly as they are dangerous. 

To prevent the build of mould, ensure that you are keeping bathroom windows open and extractor fans on during and after your bath or shower. Wipe down the surfaces around your bath and squeegee shower glass to remove remaining water, doing this simple action can eradicate 75% of the moisture that could lead to mould.

If you already have mould around your fixtures, try using a white vinegar solution. Start by diluting white vinegar in a spray bottle using the ratio of two parts to one part water. Next, spray the affected area, leaving it to soak for 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the severity, before wiping it away with a clean cloth.

Extensive mould will need expert treatment, if you notice it beginning to appear on your walls or through your ceiling, alert your landlord/housing authority or consult a specialist.

Shower cleaning

Shower cleaning is a laborious but necessary task - and with so many different elements to keep clean it can be a minefield to know where to start. There are simple ways to keep on top of this job though.

For separate shower enclosures that feature a shower tray, be sure to clean it at least once a week using a mild cleaner and soft microfibre cloth. The cleaning product you use will differ depending on the material your bath and or shower is made from:

Acrylic baths and showers are very popular, especially in modern homes. To get these tubs and showers sparkling, mix together a solution of white vinegar and water in a spray bottle, spritz across the surface and gently scrub with a sponge to remove soap scum. For tougher stains, try applying a baking soda paste, leaving it to stand for 30 minutes before scrubbing away. 

You can use the same white vinegar and water solution for stone resin, with the addition of lemon. Again, mix in a bottle, spray and scrub away with a soft cloth. If you notice a build-up of limescale, leave the solution to stand for an hour before wiping it off.

If you have natural stone fittings rinse them completely and ensure you have the right specialised cleaning products made for your surfaces before attempting to clean.

When it comes to descaling your shower head, you can keep it looking sparkling clean with a similar process to taps. We have a really great method using white vinegar and a sandwich bag.... 

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