Mineral buildup can plug the waterway and prevent your showerhead from flowing at full blast.

Although it’s not as problematic as aclogged showerhead, it’s still unattractive.

Daily cleaning with bathroom cleaner or a vinegar-based solution will keep exteriors looking good.

shower head with calcium buildup

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You may need to add more to completely submerge the showerhead.

ensure the bag is large enough to fit over the showerhead.

It will be a bit heavy so check that you secure it tightly so it won’t slip off.

removing calcium deposits from shower heads

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Soak the Showerhead

Allow the showerhead to soak for at least four hours.

Overnight or longer is better.

Scrub the Showerhead

Remove the showerhead and use an old toothbrush to scrub the fixture.

plastic bag filled with vinegar tied around a shower head

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You will still need to pick at the jet holes to remove deposits.

squeegee and spray for post-shower mineral deposit prevention

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