Bathroom cleaning in Tokyo
Descaling, soap-scum removal and mould control for Japanese unit baths, with attention to drains, silicone seams and ventilation covers.
What is included in the clean?
- Bathtub, walls and floor scrubbed and rinsed
- Mirror and fittings descaled
- Drain cover and trap cleaned
- Silicone seams and tile joints treated for surface mould
- Ventilation cover wiped
- Basin and toilet sanitised
What is not included?
- Re-caulking or replacing sealant
- Removing mould that has penetrated materials
- Unblocking drains beyond surface cleaning
How much does it cost?
This service is quoted by message. Please tell us about your property and we will reply within 1 hour.
Japanese unit baths
Most Tokyo apartments have a moulded unit bath. These surfaces scratch easily, so we avoid abrasive pads and use products with a suitable pH. Humidity is the main problem: mould returns wherever water sits, so we pay close attention to seams, door rails and, where we can reach it, the underside of the bath apron.
Keeping it clean between visits
After the last shower, rinse the walls with cold water and run the ventilation fan for several hours. This does more to prevent mould than any product.
Why Japanese unit baths need special care
Most Tokyo flats have a prefabricated unit bath, a sealed fibreglass or resin room with a drain, a ventilation unit and silicone seams at every join. They are designed to be easy to clean, but humidity is trapped inside, and the same seams that keep water out also hold moisture where mould starts. Black mould typically appears first in the silicone along the bathtub, around the door frame and under the rubber seal. Hair and soap residue build up in the drain trap, which produces smells that no amount of surface cleaning fixes. Knowing these weak points guides what we clean first.
What a bathroom deep clean includes
A dedicated bathroom clean covers the tub, walls and floor, descaling of mirrors and fittings, the drain cover and trap, the ventilation cover and the silicone seams and tile joints. We use products suited to resin and fibreglass surfaces and avoid harsh abrasives that dull them. Mould that is still on the surface of the silicone can usually be removed. Mould that has gone deeper may leave a stain, and in that case we tell you honestly that replacing the silicone is the lasting fix. The basin and toilet are cleaned and sanitised in the same visit.
Keeping mould away between cleans
The single most effective habit is ventilation. After the last shower, wipe walls and the floor with a squeegee, hang the towel outside the bathroom and leave the fan running for at least a few hours. Rinse the tub with cold water once a week to lower the temperature and slow mould. Clean the drain cover every week or two, and wash the ventilation cover each month. Rubber seals around the door are mould magnets, so wipe them periodically. Combined with a regular cleaning plan, these habits can stretch the time between deep cleans considerably.
How do I book a cleaner?
Choose a service
Pick a plan and see the fixed price.
Pick a date
At least 24 hours ahead, between 9:00 and 17:00.
We confirm
We reply by email, normally within 1 hour.
We clean
Your cleaner arrives with supplies and the agreed checklist.
Frequently asked questions
How often should a bathroom be professionally cleaned?
Every one to two weeks for a busy household; monthly if little used. Regular plans include it every visit.
Do you remove black mould?
Surface mould, yes. If it has gone into the sealant, replacing the silicone is the lasting fix, and we will tell you so.
Will cleaning products damage my bath?
No. We choose products by surface (acrylic, FRP, stainless) and avoid abrasives.
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