How to remove limescale

specific products and home remedies

There are effective solutions to remove limescale at home, in a natural and sustainable way using commonly used products.

Vinegar

Let's start with vinegar which is one of the most suitable and effective products for removing limescale. It is extremely economical and versatile and can be used on a sponge, diluted with water, to clean the surfaces of appliances.

limestone tap

In case of particularly stubborn encrustations, we can leave the parts to be cleaned to soak in a solution of water and vinegar, overnight. We clean and then polish. For the taps, on the other hand, we can dip a cloth in a solution of water and vinegar and proceed to clean the different parts: showers, taps, sink. For the toilet, we prepare a solution of diluted vinegar, put it in a bottle, spray on the part to be treated and leave to act.

Limestone washing machine

For the washing machine, just put diluted vinegar in a ball inside the drum. Let's start the "empty" washing program. In this way you can disinfect and descale the internal parts of our appliance.

Bicarbonate

Another very versatile product is bicarbonate produced with notable uses, one of which is just as anti-limescale. It can be used diluted in water or with a few drops of vinegar or lemon.

Cucumber

Cucumber, too, is not only good to eat but is also useful for removing limescale from the stove. Just cut a slice and rub it on the surface, leaving it to act for a few minutes.

Dry with a clean cloth and the job is done!

Materials and tools
  • vinegar
  • water
  • baking soda
  • lemon
  • cucumber
  • sponge
  • cloth
  • spray bottle
  • washing machine ball
Mrs. FaiDaTe

Written by

Mrs. FaiDaTe

Hi, my son is a DIY expert, but I have to help him every now and then, especially with housework... he's not a master at it. I decided to give him some advice by writing a housekeeping handbook. Now he has no more excuses; he has to make do!

Read more
Rate this page
No ratings yet.
Comments

No comments yet. Be the first!

Are you a professional housekeeper?

Sign up for free and receive quote requests from site users. Show your profile, your work area and your contacts.

Work area Direct contacts Grow your business
Sign up free →

Are you an expert in cleaning and home care?

Share your experience with our community. Publish your work, help others and become a reference point.

Publish articles Interact Build reputation
Join the community →

Search in DIY Manual


● LIVE

DIY Manual TV