How to Get Rid of Limescale

Limescale buildup can be a persistent problem in areas with hard water, affecting various surfaces and appliances in your home. Here’s a guide to effectively remove limescale and keep your home spotless:

What is Limescale?

Limescale, or hard water deposits, is a white, chalky substance that forms when water with high mineral content evaporates, leaving behind calcium and magnesium residues.

How to Remove Limescale from Appliances

• Washing Machine: Use a cup of vinegar or lemon juice instead of detergent and run a cycle without clothes.
• Dishwasher: Place vinegar or lemon juice at the base and run an empty cycle.
• Coffee Makers and Kettles: Fill halfway with vinegar or lemon juice, let sit overnight, then run a cycle and rinse thoroughly.
• Iron: Fill the reservoir with a 1:1 vinegar-water solution, steam for 10 minutes, then rinse with clean water.

How to Remove Limescale from Bathroom Fixtures

• Showers and Taps: Soak a cloth in vinegar, wrap around fixtures, and leave overnight. Scrub off residues in the morning.
• Bathtubs and Sinks: Use a commercial limescale remover or vinegar solution, scrub with a non-abrasive pad.

How to Remove Limescale from Toilets

• Pour vinegar or lemon juice into the bowl, let sit overnight, scrub with a toilet brush, then flush.

Preventing Limescale

• Regular Cleaning: Clean affected areas regularly to prevent buildup.
• Dry Surfaces: Wipe down surfaces after use to reduce moisture.
• Use Water Softeners: Add water softeners to laundry and dishwashing cycles.