How to remove limescale from the bathroom

There are mineral salts in the water from the mains, which are deposited on all surfaces in the bathroom. To remove these limescale deposits, you can use modern cleaning products or use the recipes of folk artisans.

How to remove limescale

First of all, deposits settle on the surfaces of the shower and mixer tap. There are several ways to clean them. Use regular boiling water or steam to get started. Just direct the jet towards a faucet or shower head. The plaque will soon soften and can be cleaned without much effort.

If hot water does not help, then use to cleansing acetic acid. Start with a mild solution first. If the plaque does not give in, then gradually increase the concentration. Just moisten the stained areas of the appliance with the vinegar solution and wait for it to take effect. You need to wait about half an hour, then treat the device again with vinegar solution and wait another 30 minutes. Now remove the soaked deposits with a sponge.

To clean the rest of the bathroom surfaces, follow our tips:

• Ceramic tiles can be quickly cleaned of plaque by first spraying 6% vinegar on them. Wait a while and remove the dirt with a sponge or soft brush.
• With the same vinegar you can to clean a heavily soiled sink. Preheat it and pour it into the sink, after closing the drain hole with a plug. Take enough vinegar so that the contaminated areas are completely covered. Wait a few hours, drain the vinegar and scrub the dirty areas with a brush.
• Use citric acid to remove streaks that form on the sink where the faucet is attached. Moisten the dirty areas on the tap and sink. Then apply citric acid to them and rub gently with a sponge.

• For cleansing use citric acid on the acrylic surface. Dilute citric acid powder with water. Take two glasses of water for a sachet of citric acid. Clean the acrylic surface well with this solution, paying particular attention to the curves. After 20 minutes, repeat the procedure, and then rinse the surface with water.
• Any type of detergent is suitable for cleaning a cast iron or metal bathtub. Just treat the surface with it, paying special attention to areas with heavy dirt.
• Use a simple soap solution to clean glass or clear plastic shower partitions. Use vinegar or citric acid if it is heavily soiled.

Limescale remover

There are now many products on the market that are designed to remove limescale from all surfaces in the bathroom. They can have a wide variety of shapes.

Most of these industrial cleaners come in the form of an acid-based gel. Such funds can lead to severe poisoning. Therefore, they must be used while protecting your hands with special gloves. But, despite the high toxicity, these funds are very effective. Therefore, feel free to use them.

Another form of cleaning products is powder. These substances are highly abrasive. Continuous use can damage the delicate enamel of the tub or sink. Therefore, it only makes sense to use a powder cleaner only if the surface you are cleaning is not easily abraded.

Steam cleaners are very effective in removing limescale deposits. They can be used for cleaning delicate surfaces. The steam will quickly clean them without damaging the coating. It is important not to steam the surface for too long to avoid damaging it.