How do I remove rust from a toilet bowl?

by Shayla

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I have rust in my toilet bowl from old parts rusting inside of the toilet. Aside from replacing the indide parts, how do I clean the rust marks in the toilet bowl?

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William on Dec 24, 2018

Try Coca Cola, vinegar and baking soda.

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- Shayla on Dec 24, 2018
  
  Thank you! I'm going to try these!!
  
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Beth on Dec 24, 2018

Are you sure it's rust or is it from hard water? I get something similar in my toilet from hard water, plus there's a lot of iron in our water. I've used this Lysol Lime and Rust Remover to get rid of stains: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VUETY2/

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- Shayla on Dec 24, 2018
  
  Thank you for your help! I'm just assuming it's from the interior parts that have probbly rusted. I've lived here for 15 years and never had rust in the toilet bowl before, so it's probably not the water, unless the city has added something new to our water supply. Of course, that could have happened.
  
  I'm putting the Lysol Lime and Rust Remover you recommended on my list of products to try (one at a time -- not all together!) Many Thanks!
  
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- Beth on Dec 25, 2018
  
  Over the summer, we had a lot more iron in our water, but we're on a well, so that may be different. In any case, I was told that because it was a dry summer, the well was probably drawing from a slightly deeper depth than usual, which led to the increase in iron and other minerals. Perhaps there's something similar going on with your city's water reservoir. Or perhaps you're right and it's rust!
  
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Shirley on Dec 24, 2018

Whink, found at most hardware stores. Be sure to follow directions and safety precautions as found on the label. It is quite caustic, but works great on porcelain and even white fabrics.

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Shayla on Dec 24, 2018

I've not heard of Whink, but I have not looked for it yet! Thank you for your help and the cautions about using it safely - it's going on my list!

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Anthony on Dec 25, 2018

Have you tried LCR?

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Carol on Dec 25, 2018

Shut off water to toilet then pour in a 2 liter bottle of Coke and let that set for a few hours. Next, just buck up and get the rusted parts out of the toilet tank!

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Agnes Chrzanowska on Jul 31, 2021

Clr is my answer

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