However, aggressive scrubbing can cause problems if you’re using abrasive materials or inappropriate cleaning products.
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And if you’re dealing with a specialty toilet surface, unusual plumbing system, or manufacturer’s cleaning restrictions, follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.
The goal is to clean the toilet—not turn the bathroom into a chemistry experiment!
What About Putting Salt in the Toilet Tank?
I wouldn’t make this a routine habit.
The tank contains components such as seals, valves, and other hardware that don’t need unnecessary cleaning ingredients added to the water.
If the tank needs cleaning, use a method appropriate for the toilet and follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Putting salt directly into the bowl as an occasional cleaning experiment is very different from continually adding salt to the tank.
Does Salt Kill Toilet Germs?
No—not in the way a disinfectant does.
