How can I get water, rust, & gunk of toilet water knob?
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I clean these, really, and still they are an eyesore!!!Also note the round wall piece isn’t flush on the wall-it is so full of green buildup-it doesn’t move anymor!
So help me out....please!
7 answers
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Gk
on Apr 28, 2018
You could try a toothbrush and scrub but it looks pretty rusty to me. You can go and buy a new round "thingy"! The ones I have seen are hinged so you just open them up, pop them on, and close them. They are NOT expensive. You can also buy a new flexible hose that goes from the toilet to the wall. I would bet it would cost about 10.00 to make it look a whole lot better! -
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Lynn
on Apr 28, 2018
spray with Iron Out let sit for a bit then scrub off. Find at home depot or Lowe’s. Effectually May need to replace. -
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Carol Marszalek
on Apr 28, 2018
I agree with GK, defiantly replace the water hose line. -
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Linda
on Apr 28, 2018
Dont think any of that will ever look good. I would buy new. Turn the water off get a pipe wrench remove old and add new. If not sure about size take old items to the store with you. Dont forget teflon tape. Hope that helps -
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Sharon
on Apr 28, 2018
I would use some naval jelly on the rust with a fine brass wire brush and steel wool. Be sure to wear rubber gloves as its caustic. Once the rust is off, coat is with a quick spray of WD40. You can get all this at the hardware store. You could also get Rustoleum Rust Dissolver. -
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Jenilynnecook
on Apr 28, 2018
Thank you! I will try this! -
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William
on May 03, 2018
The copper pipe coming out of the wall is corroded. It can be cleaned with some emery cloth or fine grit sandpaper. The wall thingy( escutcheon plate) is rusted on. To remove the plate you would need to turn off your water main, flush the toilet, remove the toilet hose ( I suggest replacing it), and remove the shut off valve. Then you can pry off the escutcheon, replace it with a new one, reinstall the shut off valve, and install the new toilet hose. Turn your water main back on and make sure the shut off valve is open. Check for leaks.If you don't want to go through all that you can clean the plate with a stiff brush and sandpaper. Slip some paper or tape behind it and paint it. Clean the copper with a strip of fine grit sandpaper. Replace the toilet hose. Take the hose with you so you get the right length.
Gk
on Apr 28, 2018
Lynn
on Apr 28, 2018
Carol Marszalek
on Apr 28, 2018
Linda
on Apr 28, 2018
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