These cleaning tips will make your shower head spic and span.
First, if there are blockages, how bad are they?
Check what material your shower head is made of.
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Regular cleaning will also help limit mold and bacteria growth inside the shower head.
Avoid using vinegar on a nickel-coated shower head altogether.
For the other shower head finishes, soak them for 30 minutes or less.
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Be careful not to overfill the bag, as it could overflow when you submerge the shower head.
If it’s crucial that you adjust the vinegar level, do so now.
For an especially dirty fixture, leave it overnight.
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Step 5: Remove the Bag
Untie the bag and remove it from the shower head.
Buff and dry it to remove water spots and help the shower head look like new.
You may need a wrench or lockable pliers.
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In that case, cover your tool with a cloth and place it over the connecting nut.
Squeeze and turn counterclockwise to unscrew the shower head and pull it off.
Replace the shower head and turn it clockwise to reattach it.
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execute the shower at full pressure for several minutes to flush out any remaining debris.
It can leave a residue that will damage clothing, hair, and even your skin.
Bleach is also unsafe to use around children and pets.
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Remember that you might substitute lemon juice instead of vinegar if you don’t have any on hand.
Commercial descalers are also safe to use on rainfall shower heads.
