How To Clean a Showerhead
How-to tips
There are two ways to remove this hard water stain.
STEP TO STEP SHOWERHEAD CLEANING GUIDE
using CLR Calcium, Lime & Rust Remover
Discover two effective methods to clean your showerhead using CLR Calcium, Lime & Rust Remover. Option 1 involves removing the showerhead for a thorough cleaning, while Option 2 allows you to clean it without detachment. Achieve a sparkling clean showerhead and a refreshing shower experience with these simple steps.
Option 1 — Removing the showerhead
- Remove showerhead
- Mix CLR Calcium, Lime & Rust Remover with water in a large, clean bowl
(50/50 mixture) - Soak the showerhead for 2–3 minutes (The foaming bubbles mean it's working!)
- Use an old toothbrush to scrub away the heavy crust
- Rinse the showerhead and brush with cold water
- Reattach your clean showerhead
Option 2 – Leaving the showerhead attached
- Mix CLR Calcium, Lime & Rust Remover with water in a large, clean bowl
(50/50 mixture) - Hold the bowl so that the showerhead is completely submerged
- Let the showerhead soak for 2–3 minutes
- Use an old toothbrush to scrub away the heavy crust
- Rinse the bowl and refill with cold water
- Let the showerhead soak in the clean water for 2 minutes
- Turn on the shower and let cold water run for 1 minute
Always read label instructions before use.
ADDITIONAL CLEANING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR BATHROOMS
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