How to Keep Bath Toys Clean and Mold-Free

Quick answer

To keep bath toys clean and mold-free, rinse and squeeze out water after each use, air-dry completely, and sanitize weekly with a diluted bleach soak or vinegar solution.

Step-by-step cleaning routine

1. Step 1: Rinse and squeeze after every bath: Immediately after bath time, rinse toys under fresh water to remove soap residue. For floating toys, squeeze them firmly to expel trapped water. For wall-sticking toys, peel them off, rinse the suction cups, and press out any water. Common mistake: Leaving toys in the tub. Always remove and rinse them right away.
2. Step 2: Air-dry completely: Place toys in a well-ventilated area or a mesh bag where air can circulate. Do not stack them wet. For suction cup toys, hang them by the cup or lay them with the cup facing up so water drains. Allow at least a few hours of drying before storing. Checkpoint: If you see water droplets inside a floating toy, squeeze again and let it dry longer.
3. Step 3: Weekly deep sanitization: Once a week, soak toys in a solution of 1 part white vinegar to 3 parts water, or 1 tablespoon of bleach per gallon of water, for 10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with fresh water and air-dry. For wall-sticking toys, make sure the solution reaches the suction cup crevices. Common mistake: Using too much bleach or skipping the rinse. Always rinse thoroughly to avoid residue.

Product spotlight

• Bath Toys Wall Sticking Floating Pieces Bath time Fun: This set includes floating pieces and tile-sticking pieces in two variations: Letters & Numbers and Traffic. The combination of floating and suction-backed pieces means you need to dry both the interior of floating toys and the suction cup area to prevent mold.