How do you clean a shower head?
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Karol D
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lots of black gunk on it.
8 answers
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I haven't actually tried this, but the best tip I have seen is to pour a 50-50 vinegar-water solution in a bag and submerge the showerhead, then secure with a rubber band or twist tie and let the vinegar work its magic for about 30 minutes. Then everything should just wipe off.
3po3
on Mar 31, 2012
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As Steve posted...works well,
HandyANDY - Handyman & All Repairs, LLC
on Apr 01, 2012
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Much better Advice than any commercial product and by far much cheaper
LandlightS
on Apr 01, 2012
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I agree with Steve but when I did it I used straight vinegar (no water). Is there some reason to mix it with water? Can't be the cost.
Sherrie S
on Apr 01, 2012
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That's just what I read. Regular white vinegar for the kitchen is pretty dilute already, so I'm guessing it doesn't make much difference either way.
3po3
on Apr 01, 2012
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Soak in 50/50 CLR (comes in grey bottle at hardware store), CLR, Calcium, Lime, Rust., but if the less expensive way STEVE G suggusted works, do that. I'm going to try it next time instead of CLR.
Clay B
on Apr 02, 2012
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Thanks, I will try this.
Karol D
on Apr 03, 2012
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I used 50/50 vinegar and baking soda, tie the bag around shower head and leave overnight. This removes all the soap scum and lime buildup. Shower head was like new the next day.
Ruth Hargaden
on Sep 13, 2015
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