Limescale in the toilet - how to remove?

It's nice when all the plumbing in the house shines clean. In order to maintain its original appearance, timely preventative measures and cleaning must be provided. Often in the toilet you can see the hated limescale and rust. Hostesses immediately ask themselves the question: what is the best way to wash the toilet in order to avoid serious consequences? Choose a cleaning agent, based on the cause of the problem and the material from which the plumbing is made. We will deal with possible effective options in this article.

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The reasons for the formation of plaque

Hard-to-remove stains rarely appear on plumbing, however there are three types of pollution, the occurrence of which is better to prevent than to suffer afterwards. Consider the main types of stubborn stains:

• Limescale coating. It is formed in those cases when the house has very hard water, enriched with a large amount of calcium salt. She settles on the walls, behind the rim of the plumbing. In order to remove limescale in the toilet, acid-based detergents are used.
• Rusty stripes. They arise due to poor-quality old pipes and due to a malfunction of the drain tank. Also, the reason may lie in the composition of the water, which contains a large amount of iron.
• Urinary stone. Appears due to the forgetfulness of households who do not flush with themselves in the toilet. Removing urinary stone is very difficult, therefore it is better to prevent its occurrence by preventive measures (regular cleaning and flushing after going to the toilet).

Important! To soften the water, various special tablets are added to the tank. This reduces the risk of plaque.

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Chemicals for cleaning plumbing

You can wash the toilet from plaque and rust using special household substances.

Important! For high-quality and safe cleaning of plumbing, choose creamy, gel preparations. It is advisable to exclude the use of harsh cleaning products, as they can ruin the plumbing.

Such funds are divided into four groups:

1. Alkaline substances - liquid chemical solutions containing sodium. Perfectly remove surface contaminants, do not damage the structure of the toilet bowl, do not have a pungent odor. Perfectly cope with the removal of organic blockages, greasy spots.

Important! Such cleaning solutions include “Dosya” and “Bref”.

2. Chlorine-based substances - they wash and disinfect the surface of plumbing well, eliminate all unpleasant odors. But they themselves emit an unpleasant, pungent smell. They do not leave small cracks, they can be used for daily cleaning.

Important! These include - “Comets”, “Silite” and “Titan”.

3. Acid-based products - effectively fight old pollution. They include the following acids: formic, oxalic, hydrochloric, and mixtures thereof. Such funds are not recommended to be used often, since they have a negative effect on the human body. In addition, they cannot be washed with earthenware and ceramic toilets, as their surface is severely damaged.

Important! To acid substances include - gel “Santry” and “Toilet duckling”.

4. Powder preparations - used to eliminate urinary stone. Using a stiff brush, a powder substance is applied to the stain and dirt is gradually removed.With the frequent use of such powders, microcracks may remain on the walls of the toilet bowl, in which dirt will subsequently accumulate. Therefore, it is recommended to use powders as little as possible.

Important! Such tools include - “PemoLux”, “Big Power” and “Flash”.

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Folk recipes

Removing limescale in the toilet at home is easy if you have all the necessary preparations at hand. Consider several ways to eliminate pollution in plumbing:

• Acetic acid. Pour 200 ml of liquid under the rim and on the walls of the installation. Leave for a few hours. Before processing, it is necessary to dry the plumbing by draining all the water.
• Lemon acid. We pour two bags of the drug on the surface of the plumbing. Leave in this state for the night. Then rinse with water.
• Soda. It works on the same principle as citric acid. For a better result, you can combine the product with vinegar.
• Coca Cola. It is necessary to pour 2 liters of the drink into the toilet, close it with a lid, leave it in this condition overnight. The next day, rinse the plumbing with water.
• Vinegar with iodine. A little soda and a few drops of iodine are added to the heated vinegar, all the ingredients are mixed until a homogeneous mixture is obtained. Pour the mixture into the toilet and leave for 6-8 hours. After - wash off the cleaning agent with clean water.

Important! If it was not possible to wash the dirt the first time, the manipulations are repeated again until it is possible to completely get rid of the rusty strips and lime deposits.

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Tough cleaning measures

If pollution is not amenable to any gentle means, it is necessary to move to the use of more stringent measures. Consider the most effective and commonly used drugs in order to remove limescale in the toilet:

1. Oxalic acid - purchased in pharmacies. We apply the product on a sponge or rag and wipe off the dirt. When using it, be sure to wear protective gloves.
2. Electrolyte - relieve stubborn dirt. Pour into the toilet and wash off after an hour. It is not recommended to use if sewer pipes are made of fragile material (plastic).
3. Hydrochloric acid - when using it, you will not need to make special efforts. The principle of the drug is the same as that of the electrolyte. It copes well with urinary stone. The substance can be purchased at a technical store.

Important! Do not forget about safety measures if you use such detergents. Wear a respirator, gloves and preferably a bathrobe.

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Preventative measures

It is much easier to prevent the appearance of rusty strips and calcareous deposits than then trying to wash them. To avoid unpleasant problems, you must follow some rules:

• Repair the drain tank. Make sure that water is drained only by force.
• Press the drain button after going to the toilet and use the toilet brush. This will save you from the appearance of urinary stone.
• Twice a week, treat plumbing with a special cleaning agent or vinegar.
• Use pills and blasts for the toilet bowl. Thus, you eliminate the unpleasant odor and sanitize plumbing.

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By following these simple rules, you will ensure daily cleanliness in the toilet and reduce the risk of unpleasant problems.