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All my life I haveAll my life I have used the toilet block incorrectly

All my life I haveAll my life I have used the toilet block incorrectly

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### ✅ The Right Way to Use Toilet Blocks

Here’s how to use toilet blocks more effectively and safely:

#### 1. **Choose the Right Type**

There are two main types:

* **In-cistern blocks** (dropped into the tank)
* **Clip-on rim blocks** (attached inside the bowl)

If you’re using in-cistern blocks, make sure they are **specifically labeled safe for internal parts** of your toilet. Avoid dropping regular tablets or bleach tabs into the cistern — over time, they can corrode internal parts.

#### 2. **Install Rim Blocks Properly**

When using clip-on rim blocks, placement matters! Install them:

* Just **under the water flow area**, where the flush hits most directly
* Not too high or too low, or they won’t activate properly
* Make sure they’re **firmly attached** to avoid them falling into the bowl

A misplaced block won’t distribute evenly and will dissolve improperly — causing waste and reduced cleaning power.

#### 3. **Clean the Rim First**

Before clipping on a rim block, give the toilet rim a quick wipe. Dirt, limescale, or leftover cleaner residue can keep it from sticking properly — especially for adhesive-style fresheners.

#### 4. **Don’t Rely on Blocks Alone**

Toilet blocks help maintain freshness, but they don’t replace deep cleaning. Combine with a weekly scrub and descaling to keep your toilet truly clean and hygienic.

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### 🧼 Extra Tip: Homemade Toilet Freshener Bombs

Want a safer, more natural alternative? Try this quick DIY recipe:

**Ingredients:**

* 1 cup baking soda
* 1/4 cup citric acid
* 1 tablespoon water
* A few drops of essential oil (like lemon or eucalyptus)

Mix, form into small balls, and let dry overnight. Drop one into the toilet for fizzing freshness without harsh chemicals.

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### 💡 Final Thoughts

It’s funny how something as small as a toilet block can have such a surprising learning curve. Like me, you might realize you’ve been using them wrong for years — and now that you know better, your toilet (and plumbing) will thank you.

So next time you pop in that freshener, remember: a little extra care goes a long way in keeping your bathroom cleaner, longer.

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Would you like a guide to the best natural toilet cleaners or more household cleaning hacks? Just let me know — I’d be happy to help!