When theyre not cleaned regularly, you also launch the risk of mold and mildew growth.

Partially fill a plastic bag with the mixture.

Soak the Faucet Head

Submerge the faucet head completely.

Cleaning a faucet head with a bag of vinegar

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Secure the bag to the faucet with a rubber band, and let it sit for 30 minutes.

Remove the Bag and Scrub.

Remove the bag and scrub the faucet head with a soft-bristle brush.

Materials needed to clean a faucet head

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Then, wipe the faucet dry with a soft cloth.

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To remove calcium deposits from faucets, there are a few methods you could try.

Filling a plastic bag with water and vinegar

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Soaking a faucet head in a bag of vinegar is easy and will only take you 30 minutes.

To clean a faucet head with steam, use a steam cleaner with a brush attachment.

To clean a faucet head with soap, dampen it and scrub it with a soft-bristle brush.

Attaching the plastic bag of vinegar to the faucet head

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There are a few cleaners that can make cleaning faucet buildup easy.

Using vinegar is easy, as long as it doesn’t damage the faucet.

Dish soap is a great alternative, as it’s more gentle than vinegar.

Using a scrub brush to clean a faucet head

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Wiping the faucet head with a soft cloth

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Using a steamer to clean a faucet head

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Cleaning a faucet head with soap

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Soaking and cleaning a faucet aerator

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