There is a professional process for cleaning an office bathroom effectively. First of all, the cleaning staff has to study the restroom to identify where the odors come from in order to get rid of them.

Odors can come from left over dirt or bacteria and sometimes the problem starts down in the drains where it can’t easily been seen. To keep odors under control, cleaners have to thoroughly clean and disinfect every surface in the bathroom. To keep the surface dirt off of the floor, every day mopping is required. If dirt is embedded into the grout, the cleaning person may have to use a more aggressive method to get rid of the dirt.

The proper training of the cleaning staff will ensure bathrooms are correctly cleaned. A properly trained employee will get rid of the dirt you can see, as well as the dirt that can’t be seen. The professional will know what cleaners and disinfectants to use and how to use them. Proper understanding of the correct products will solve most cleaning problems.

To keep the toilet area clean, commode mats for urinals and toilets are recommended to keep the room smelling fresh and avoid any urine from dripping on the floor. It is best to use air fresheners with soft fragrances that will not be offensive to the average person. Most of us have experienced walking into a bathroom with pungent fresheners and at times the smell can make you want to find other facilities.

There are things to look for to know if a bathroom is truly clean. The mirrors should have no stains, fingerprints, water spots, streaks or other left over residue. Countertops and all ledges will be free of soil, hair, and dust. Sinks, faucets and fountains will also be free of stains, water spots, dripped soap and dirt. Soap dispensers will be free of dust, soap and water spots, as well had being correctly filled with the proper supplies.

Trash cans should be emptied on a daily bases. Each trash can should a new clean can liner installed each time. The exterior of the trash can should be clean as well. Doors, door handles, walls and ceilings should be clean. Ceiling vents should dust free.

The toilets, urinals and urinal screen should have no stains, spots, urine or soil on the inside or outside of each unit. The floors should be clear of urine, dirt, hair, paper, gum and other soils. Floor drain covers will be clean and free of gunk.

Most professional cleaners will give you the choice of traditional products or green cleaning products.

Always use the fan when taking a bath or a shower, for example. Leave it running for a few minutes if the room is still humid. Keep shower curtains spread out so that they can dry completely, and hang wet bathmats so they can dry properly. Remember, nothing smells quite like mold.

Daily, squeegee or wipe down shower walls. Tidy as you go — if you leave things to pick up later, they may never get picked up, and a cluttered bathroom doesn’t look clean. It is also harder to clean a room that is untidy.

Once a week, or even more often if the bathtub or shower is in frequent use, the tub and the shower should be scrubbed down with a mildly abrasive cleaner and warm water.

During your weekly cleaning is a good time to ensure that you haven’t left things out over the week. Put things where they belong, if they aren’t there already.

Check for areas of odor, and pay those areas special attention. Refill fragrance dispensers, as necessary; this can make a real difference in the atmosphere of your home.

Sinks should be cleaned in the same manner at least once a week. If you are careful to rinse out the sink after each use, especially after shaving or brushing your teeth, once a week is probably adequate to keep your sink looking clean. Ensure that you clean the sink faucets and handles, as a shiny surface can really brighten your bathroom.

A minimum of once a week, or more often if heavily used, scrub the inside of the toilet bowl with a toilet bowl cleaner, and wipe down all other surfaces of the toilet with an appropriate cleanser.

Also weekly, the mirrors should be cleaned with a spray cleaner and wiped to a streak-free shine. All linens should also be laundered at this time. Also, ensure that you dust, vacuum, and mop all applicable bathroom surfaces. Remember, this does mean all surfaces. Dust builds up slowly, even before it’s visible.

Once a month, more often if needed, scrub the grout clean, and wipe down any areas that may not be adequately cleaned on a weekly basis. The monthly cleaning should include a real focus on detail, if you want to keep your bathrooms looking their best.

Wipe down the insides of any shelves at this time, as well. Dust among your stored items, where needed. Wipe down the blinds with a sponge.

This is also a good time to check the shower head for buildup. If you’ve noticed a decrease in water pressure recently, this may be the cause.

If you fill a plastic bag with vinegar and attach it over the shower head overnight, then give it a good scrub, that should take care of a small amount of build-up, without the need to disassemble the shower head.