Hard water is water that has a high mineral content. This can include calcium, magnesium, and other metals. When hard water flows over your fixtures- such as in your bathroom or kitchen- it leaves behind a film or residue. This film can cause your fixtures to become stained and build up over time. The good news is that there are ways to clean and remove this build-up. Here are some tips:
1. Use a vinegar and water mixture to clean your fixtures. Vinegar is a natural cleaner and will help remove the build-up from hard water. Mix 1 cup of vinegar with 2 cups of water and pour it into a spray bottle. Spray the solution onto your fixtures and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Wipe away the solution with a cloth or sponge and rinse with warm water.
2. Use lemon juice to clean your fixtures. Lemon juice is also a natural cleaner and helps to remove the film from hard water. Mix 1/2 cup of lemon juice with 1/2 cup of water and pour it into a spray bottle. Spray the solution onto your fixtures and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Wipe away the solution with a cloth or sponge and rinse with warm water.
3. Use baking soda to clean your fixtures. Baking soda is also a natural cleaner that can help remove the build-up from hard water. Mix 1/4 cup of baking soda with 1/4 cup of water and pour it into a spray bottle. Spray the solution onto your fixtures and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Wipe away the solution with a cloth or sponge and rinse with warm water.
4. Use dish soap to clean your fixtures. Dish soap is also effective at removing the build-up from hard water. Add 1-2 drops of dish soap to 2 cups of warm water and stir until the dish soap is dissolved. Pour this mixture into a spray bottle. Spray it onto your fixtures and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Wipe away the solution with a cloth or sponge. Rinse with warm water.
5 . Use CLR to clean your fixtures. CLR is an all-purpose cleaner that can help remove build-up from the hard-water film. Add 1 / 2 cup of CLR to 2 gallons of hot tap water in a bucket. Stir until CLR is dissolved. Place cleaning items like sponges, brushes, or scouring pads into the bucket. Let soak for 5 minutes. Remove and rinse with clean water.
6. Use a hard water removal company. If you have hard water buildup that is difficult to remove, you can hire a hard water removal company. They will use special chemicals and cleaners to remove the build-up from your fixtures. Call Plumbing Utah today to get rid of your hard water for good!