Cleaning a Bathroom the Speed Cleaning Way: Second Trip — Spraying Wiping Phase

Now it's time to clean around the bathroom. Grab your feather duster and/or microfiber duster plus your whisk broom and tuck them into your back pockets. Estimate the number of cleaning cloths you’ll need; at first, try six to eight cloths. Over time, you’ll know exactly how many to carry. Transfer them from your tray to your apron—you’re ready for the easy part!

Managing Your Cloths

Carry the drier cloth over your shoulder for quick access. When it gets too damp for streak-free cleaning (mirrors, chrome fixtures, glass shelves), keep it loosely in your apron pocket and sling a new dry one over your shoulder.

Place soiled cloths on the floor near your tray—unless there's a risk of floor damage, in which case put them in your tray.

Mirrors

Start at the right of your tray and clean your way around the room, moving right and working from back to front, high to low. Be sure to close the bathroom door as you pass; there may be a mirror on the inside.

For mirrors, use Blue Juice and a dry microfiber cloth. Since you're carrying these in your apron, there's no need to go back to the tray. Spray the mirror lightly and evenly with Blue Juice and wipe with a dry cloth until completely dry. This prevents streaks. Always check if the mirror needs cleaning first—it may not, since it's a vertical surface.

Fingerprints

The door may have fingerprints. For these, use Red Juice: spray the prints, return the bottle to your apron loop, and wipe dry. Apply Clean Team Rule #4: "If it isn't dirty, don't clean it." Only treat the fingerprints rather than spraying the entire door.

Cobwebs

Train yourself to look up at the ceiling for cobwebs. Spiders love corners! If you spot one, use your duster, knock it down, return the duster to your pocket, and proceed. 

Towel Racks

Pay attention to towel racks, especially where they attach to the wall. Use your toothbrush and Red Juice for a quick, effective clean without disturbing the towels. Clean the corners and hardware; after a thorough toothbrush cleaning, a cloth wipe will suffice for future cleanings.

Medicine Cabinet

Wipe the very top of the cabinet, then clean the mirror. If there’s an outside shelf with bathroom items (e.g., deodorant, toothpaste), move everything to one side. Spray and wipe the cleared area, then clean and relocate each item before spraying and wiping the second half. Return everything to its place.

By default, do not open or clean the inside of the cabinet — this is typically outside the scope of Maintenance. However, depending on your company’s policy and the type of cleaning service being performed (e.g., deep clean vs. regular maintenance), evaluate whether the inside of the cabinets should be cleaned.

If cabinet interiors are included, especially for wooden cabinets, make sure to use our Furniture Polish for safe and professional results.

Sink—Outside Only

When you reach the sink, clean the outside only using Red Juice. Avoid liquid or powdered cleansers! Use your toothbrush around the base of the faucets, then a white pad and Red Juice for the rest of the exterior. Finish with a dry cloth to polish the chrome fixtures. Unless instructed otherwise, don’t dry the entire sink—just the chrome.

Debris and Details

Continue around the bathroom to the right, working top to bottom. Check below the sink and around the cabinet for fingerprints. Dust plants, windowsills, pictures, moldings, and reachable light fixtures. Put loose debris in the plastic-lined pocket of your apron—no need to walk to the trash can.

(!) Note: Why the Scraper Matters
Always keep a scraper handy during the bathroom wipe-down. Sometimes, soap scum, dried shampoo, or hard water spots stick firmly to glass surfaces and can’t be removed with spraying and wiping alone. The scraper safely lifts off these stubborn residues without scratching, leaving the glass truly clean and clear.

The Toilet – Outside Only

At the toilet, start at the top of the tank and work your way down using Red Juice and a cloth. 

For the seat and lid, follow this sequence:

Now, wipe in reverse order:

• Start with the small porcelain area and hinges.

• Use your toothbrush for around the hinges.

• Wipe the porcelain and hinges dry.

• Raise the lid and repeat with the seat and rubber bumpers.

• Tilt the seat and lid halfway, spray the top porcelain rim of the bowl, then wipe clean.

• Clean down the toilet's exterior to the floor, using your toothbrush on tricky spots like where the toilet meets the floor and around plastic caps.

The Floor Around the Toilet

While you're down there, clean the floor around the base of the toilet with Red Juice and already-used cloths. If the bathroom is carpeted, use your whisk broom to brush areas the vacuum can’t reach.

Shower Doors – Outside Only

Before returning to your tray, clean the outside of the shower doors with Blue Juice. Often, only fingerprints around the handle need cleaning. The tub's exterior may also need a quick wipe.

The Floor

Start at the far corner of the bathroom and spray about a 2-foot square of floor lightly with Red Juice. Wipe using a methodical side-to-side motion (like a flattened "S"). Fold the cloth as you go to trap debris efficiently. When the cloth becomes too dirty, switch to a clean one.

As you work your way toward the door, gather your used cloths into a neat “ragamuffin”: lay one cloth flat, stack the others in the center, and tie the opposite corners together. This keeps everything tidy and prevents trailing cloths.

Congratulations — you’ve completed the Second Trip! Your bathroom is now spotless, thanks to the efficient and thorough Speed Cleaning Way

Speed Cleaning Rule #8: Keep Your Tools in Impeccable Shape

Your tools are your professional companions. Keeping them clean, well-maintained, and organized is essential for:

• Efficiency: Tools that work well help you finish faster.

• Professionalism: Clean tools reflect your respect for your clients and your craft.

• Longevity: Proper care extends your tools’ life.

• Safety: Clean tools prevent cross-contamination and protect surfaces.

Before leaving each job site:

• Wipe down tools and remove debris.

• Store equipment properly, ready for the next job.

• Restock any supplies running low.

Maintaining your tools impeccably supports the Speed Cleaning philosophy: work smarter, not harder, ensuring every job is done efficiently and with consistent quality.

(!)Don't move the trash or the carpet that you previously set outside. They will be taken care of after the carpet is vacuumed and it's time to empty the trash. 

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