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Hard water is water with a high content of mineral deposits such as lime, silica and calcium. When the water dries, mineral deposits will form, causing unsightly spots on glass or ceramic surfaces, especially in bathrooms and kitchens. If you don't want to see brown or white residue build up in your living space, you can use vinegar or a stronger substance to remove them. The following article will guide you on how to lighten kitchen and bathroom surfaces quickly.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Clean up the debris

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   Dissolve the vinegar solution. Vinegar, such as a cheap, natural white vinegar, is the best tool against common hard water streaks to keep surfaces free of patchy. Prepare a 1: 1 solution of white vinegar in water and pour it into a spray bottle.
   • If you are using a spray bottle that used to contain chemicals or other ingredients, rinse the bottle thoroughly before adding the vinegar and water mixture.
   • Be sure to use regular white vinegar. Apple cider vinegar and other vinegar are ineffective.

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   Spray the vinegar on the surface that forms the mineral deposits. Whether it's bathroom glass doors, sinks, or floor tiles, just spray vinegar on hard streaks of water. Vinegar has a spicy smell but is perfectly safe to use on all surfaces except wood. Spray the surface thoroughly and make sure no hard water is left out.

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   Clean the surface with a clean cloth. Hard, fuzzy streaks will disappear immediately. If you want, you can pour the vinegar mixture into a bowl and then dip a towel to wipe the surface.

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   Wipe and wipe the area with a brush. Then, dry with a clean towel. Make sure to dry it completely, otherwise the water will leave more stains.

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   Clean the faucet and shower head. Remove the faucet aerator and shower head periodically and soak it in vinegar. Using a brush will help soften stubborn mineral deposits.

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   Clean the toilet. The toilet can also have hard water sedimentation. Vinegar is also effective against this type of residue. Fill the toilet bowl with 1 1/2 cup of vinegar. Scrub the toilet with a brush until the hard water is gone. Rinse the toilet bowl to remove the vinegar mixture. advertisement

Method 2 of 3: Remove stubborn sediment

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   Try letting the vinegar soak on the hard stains of water. If you let the streak of hard water soak and soak it in vinegar for a few minutes instead of wiping it immediately, the vinegar will have time to break down mineral deposits to form a layer of scale. Let it soak for 5-10 minutes before trying to clean it. Use a scrub brush to soften hard mineral deposits.
   • A towel can be soaked in the vinegar solution and then covered on a stained surface. This works well on bathroom and tub floors.

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   Use a cleaning product containing hydrochloric acid. Look for a bathroom cleaning product specifically designed to remove hard water stains and soap residue. Use hydrochloric acid only as a last resort because it is a strong chemical. Make sure the room is well ventilated, open windows and fans on, and then spray the appropriate cleaning product on the stained surface. Wipe and rinse the surface water. Finally dry.
   • Be sure to wear gloves when handling hydrochloric acid.
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Method 3 of 3: Prevent hard water streaks

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   Dry the surface after use. After bathing or splashing in the kitchen, you'll need to use a dry cloth to wipe the surfaces. This will remove the deposits before they dry and leave stains.

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   Use a water softener powder or solution. Water softeners can be added to the washing machine to prevent calcium deposits from accumulating. Water softener powders or solutions can be found in solid goods stores.

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   Install a water softener system. If the water is too hard and you are too tired of handling the remaining mess (hair damage, skin damage and bathroom surfaces), you should consider installing a system that removes mineral deposits from the water. This system is quite expensive but is worth the trouble for you. advertisement

Advice

• In the future, you should try to spot hard water streaks and remove them as soon as possible as "new" streaks of water are much easier to remove.
• Try a cotton ball to wrap around the faucet. Cotton rolls can usually be purchased at beauty stores and will last for a long time. Wrap the roll of fabric around the tap to fit, then tear off excess fabric. Soak the roll of cloth in cleaning solution and wrap it around the tap. The fabric will not fall off like toilet paper.
• Cleaning around the faucet can be a little difficult. Try soaking some toilet paper towels in the cleaning solution and then covering the tap water. Leave for a few hours, then remove the tissue, then rinse the tap. An old brush can make the scrubbing job more convenient.
• Use thick wax to polish your car after cleaning bathroom doors, walls and faucets. This product is useful in preventing mineral deposits and hard water streaks accumulation. Do not apply car polish to floors and carpets.

Warning

• When removing hard water stains from your car, wash it off and apply wax right away because of the vinegar will Remove car paint.

What you need

• White vinegar
• Towels
• Plastic spray
• Clean cloth
• Small brush