How do I remove stains from a toilet bowl?

Kim Shrum
by Kim Shrum

We have 4 toilets that are all on great shape...except for the water rings in each tank. Hoping there is a simple solution so we don't have to replace all of them. Thank you!

  6 answers
  • Natalie Natalie on Mar 26, 2019

    You can use a pumice stone to scrub out the rings on the toilet bowl.

  • Marcedus Castle Marcedus Castle on Mar 26, 2019

    Try using bleach.just pour in toilet bowl,let sit for awhile.

  • Maura White Maura White on Mar 26, 2019

    Try sprinkling Bar Keepers Friend and using a brush to clean the rings

  • Kathy Gunter Law Kathy Gunter Law on Mar 26, 2019

    Lysol toilet bowl cleaner with a black label and a scouring stick which is a pumice stone for toilets.

  • all the above are amazing ideas!!


  • Vimarhonor Vimarhonor on Mar 26, 2019

    Hello Kim,


    I have tried many of the tips and tricks to include koolaid and many commercial cleaners =they have failed.


    My solution was the pumice stick. This is excellent way to remove stains and rings in the toilet. When commercial toilet cleaners fail -this is my go to. Great for thick crusted calcium mineral build up that the toilet waterbowl collects or just a water ring.


    They are found at my local Walmart for less than two dollars -good for multiple uses.


    Be sure to follow the use instructions, soaking the pumice stone in water for a few minutes. While the stone is soaking, grab your toilet brush and splash water up around the ring. Note: It’s very important to keep both the stone and the surface wet while cleaning to avoid scratching your porcelain. I've used it on my new 2015 toilets- it works. Im sure it will solve your situation. I hope this helps!