Low-Cost Home Remedy to Clean Dirty Toilets: Shampoo and Lemon Work Wonders, Says YouTuber Poonam Singh

Many people spend a significant amount of money on expensive chemical-based toilet cleaners, which often come with strong odors and potential health risks. However, a simple and cost-effective alternative using common household ingredients is now gaining attention online.

Popular YouTuber Poonam Singh has shared an easy homemade method to clean dirty toilet seats and remove stubborn yellow stains—without spending extra money. According to her, ingredients like a one-rupee shampoo sachet and lemon, easily available in most Indian homes, can be turned into a powerful and safe toilet cleaner.

Ingredients Required

• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons washing powder
• Juice of 1 full lemon
• 1 one-rupee shampoo sachet
• Half a glass of water

Method to Prepare the Cleaner

In a plastic bowl, mix baking soda and washing powder. Squeeze the lemon juice into the mixture. The reaction between lemon and baking soda will create foam, which helps loosen dirt and stains. Add half a glass of water and finally pour in the shampoo sachet. Mix well until a smooth liquid cleaner is formed.

How to Use

Pour the prepared liquid into a spray bottle or apply it directly around the toilet seat and inner surfaces, especially in hard-to-reach corners. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes, allowing it to break down stubborn dirt and mineral deposits.

After 10 minutes, gently scrub the area using a toilet brush. You will notice that yellow stains and black marks come off easily without much effort. Flush or rinse with water to reveal a clean, shiny toilet surface.

Added Benefits

This homemade cleaner not only removes dirt but also eliminates foul odors. The combined fragrance of lemon and shampoo leaves the toilet smelling fresh for a long time. Since it is made from household ingredients, it is safer to use and reduces the risk of skin or eye irritation commonly caused by harsh chemical cleaners.