Do you enjoy taking a hot shower with a strong spray of water? If so, you need to keep your shower head clean and free of mineral deposits. Water leaves behind tiny bits of minerals, forming mineral deposits. They can clog the holes in your shower head and reduce the water pressure. They can also make your shower head look dirty and dull. We will look at a step-by-step way to clean a shower head naturally.
Clean a shower head naturally
Cleaning your shower head is not hard. You can do it with some simple household items and a little bit of time. In this article, we will show you two methods to clean your shower head: the scrubbing method and the soaking method. Both methods use vinegar, which is a natural and eco-friendly cleaner. Vinegar can dissolve mineral deposits and make your shower head shine.
The Scrubbing Method
The scrubbing method is good for shower heads that are slightly dirty or have some hard water stains. Hard water stains are white or brown spots that form on the surface of your shower head. Minerals in hard water cause them.
To use the scrubbing method, you will need:
- A small scrubber with nylon bristles or a toothbrush
- All-purpose bathroom cleaner
- Rubber gloves
- A cloth
Here are the steps to follow:
- Remove the shower head from the shower arm by twisting it clockwise. If you have a handheld shower head, remove it from the hose. Check the instruction manual for your shower if you are not sure how to do this
- Hold the shower head over a sink and spray some bathroom cleaner on the face of the shower head. The face is the part where the water holes are located
- Scrub the face of the shower head with the scrubber or toothbrush. Pay attention to the small holes and the rubber nozzles. These are the parts where mineral deposits can build up and clog the water flow
- Rinse the shower head with water and wipe it with a cloth
- Turn on the faucet and let water run through the shower head for 30 seconds. This will flush out any remaining cleaner or deposits
- Reattach the shower head to the shower arm or the hose. Turn on the shower and enjoy the improved water pressure
The Soaking Method
The soaking method is better for shower heads that are very dirty or have thick, hard water deposits. This method involves submerging the shower head in a vinegar solution for a few hours or overnight. Vinegar is an acid that can dissolve hard water deposits and make your shower head look new
To use the soaking method, you will need:
- A large bowl or a plastic bag
- White vinegar
- Baking soda
- A wrench
- A cloth
Here are the steps to follow:
- Remove the shower head from the shower arm or the hose using a wrench. Be careful not to damage the shower head or the pipe.
- Fill a large bowl with enough white vinegar to cover the shower head. You can also use a plastic bag and tie it around the shower head.
- Add some baking soda to the vinegar. This will create bubbles and help the vinegar work better. You can use about 1/3 cup of baking soda for every cup of vinegar.
- Put the shower head in the vinegar solution and make sure it is fully submerged. Leave it there for at least an hour, or overnight.
- Take out the shower head and rinse it with water. Use a cloth to wipe off any remaining vinegar or deposits
- Reattach the shower head to the shower arm or the hose using the wrench. Turn on the shower and enjoy the sparkling shower head.
Conclusion
Cleaning your shower head is important for your health and comfort. A clean shower head will give you a better shower experience and prevent bacteria from growing.
You can use either the scrubbing method or the soaking method to clean your shower head. Both methods are easy and effective. They use vinegar, which is a natural and eco-friendly cleaner. Vinegar can dissolve mineral deposits and make your shower head shine.
You should clean your shower head regularly to prevent mineral deposits from building up. You can do it once a month or whenever you notice a decrease in water pressure or a color change.
By following these simple steps, you can keep your shower head clean and enjoy a refreshing shower every day.
