Choosing a Toilet Bowl Cleaner. Consider the cause of the stains in your toilet before choosing a toilet bowl cleaner. Also keep in mind the composition of your toilet bowl. Fiberglass bowls will scratch easily, where porcelain bowls will withstand vigorous scrubbing. Read product labels before buying a toilet bowl cleaner and follow recommendations.

Clean Your Toilet the Easy Way. There are lots of ways you can clean your toilet, without resorting to expensive toilet cleaners. The methods covered in this tip can work better than commercial toilet cleaners, and some can be used to fight specific types of toilet stains.