Getting lime, calcium & rust off ceramic tile
So we just purchased a house that has a large ceramic tile shower. The water where we now live is incredibly hard and has left calcium and lime buildup along the shower walls. I've tried everything from LimeAway, lemon juice & white vinegar (pre-treated with baking soda) and barkeepers friend. Someone suggested phosphoric acid but after reading about that stuff it scares me. Any suggestions on how to clean or recommendations for the best shower tile cleaners?
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