SOS limescale: infallible tricks to remove it

Limescale is that silent enemy that accumulates in pipes, toilets, faucets... and if it is not removed in time, it can end up causing irreparable damage. The best advice is to clean frequently, both what you see and what you don't see. Prevention is the best weapon against limescale, and the best thing is that you have the most effective tools at home.

Remove limescale with natural products

Surely you have some chemical product at hand, and it is really effective to remove limescale and leave surfaces as good as new. Of course, you can use it strictly following the instructions for use, but also remember that in many cases it can be aggressive with certain surfaces and harmful to the environment.

The alternative is to turn to the wisdom of our grandmothers and use natural products that are completely harmless, very effective and very cheap. We are talking about lemon, vinegar and baking soda. Alone or mixed, they not only remove limescale from any surface, but also disinfect and shine. Can you ask for more?

A trick for each element of the bathroom

Remember that limescale builds up in any area, so in addition to the products mentioned above, it is essential to have brushes that allow you to reach the entire surface. With these elements and soft cloths, the bathroom will be impeccable:

• Taps: removing limescale is as easy as rubbing a lemon or spraying white vinegar, leave to act, rinse and dry thoroughly. It is better to remove the aerators and soak them in vinegar for a few hours.

• Sink: lime scale can also accumulate on the surface of the sink, in which case vinegar or lemon can also be used. But, if they are very incrusted stains, it is more effective to mix them with bicarbonate and to leave to act a good time before rinsing.

• Toilet: it is one of the places where perhaps it is more complicated to remove the lime. But it is not impossible. Just make a thick mixture of our three natural ingredients and spread it in all the corners. After a couple of hours, just rub a little with a squeegee and rinse to make it perfect. An alternative is to mix vinegar and borax.

• Shower enclosure: limescale drops are always particularly visible on shower screens and mirrors. The ideal is to always have a cloth at hand to dry immediately. But if there are still traces, simply spray a mixture of white vinegar and water, rinse and wipe with a soft cloth. It will be perfect: streak-free and very shiny.

• Tiles and countertops: not only the shower screen gets dirty, any surface in contact with water can accumulate limescale. You can use any of the above remedies, but do not forget that both lemon and vinegar are acidic, so it is better to use a sponge with water and baking soda.

• Pipes: its interior is not seen, and for that reason it is easier to forget, and can even cause clogs or breakdowns. To remove it, pour a good handful of baking soda down the drain and then half a cup of vinegar. Let it act with the stopper on for 20 minutes and pour boiling water down the drain. If it is not enough, you can leave the mixture to act for several hours.

What is very important is not to introduce any object down the drain, in case of persistent clogging, it is best to call a plumber.

As you can see, removing limescale from the bathroom is not so complicated, but it is important not to let it build up. A small weekly review with these remedies and you will never have problems with it again.

Source: habitissimo