Toilet Surface
Wipe the toilet's vitreous china clean, using a soft cloth or sponge dampened with water or household disinfectant such as Lysol. According to guidelines from the manufacturer, avoid using harsh detergents or solvents on the toilet surface. Using a sponge or soft cloth protects the toilet's surface gloss from fading.
Inside the Bowl
Scrub the inside of the bowl with a bowl swab. Spray the bowl with Lysol or a cleanser that does not contain bleach. Allow the cleanser to sit in the bowl for about 10 minutes, then swab. If the bowl has stains from buildup or mineral deposits, gently scrub the bowl with a pumice stone.
Inside the Tank
One part in the tank requires particular cleaning: the flush valve seal gasket. If it is dirty, it prevents the flapper from seating properly. Wipe the flush valve seal gasket with a sponge or a non-abrasive nylon scrub ball. Avoid using any cleaners inside a toilet tank, as the chlorine will damage rubber and plastic fittings, eventually causing leaks. Clean fill valves by running them under faucet water.
Neorest Cleaning
Toto also offers the tankless Neorest series of toilets, which offer more features than standard toilets. Some aspects of cleaning these toilets differ, as each Neorest component can be taken apart for cleaning purposes. Clean the surface of the Neorest--including the seat, lid and wand--by wetting a soft cloth with water and wiping down the toilet. Clean the toilet's deodorizer filter inside the bowl, using a toothbrush. Clean the inside of the bowl with detergent.