Is it possible to clean ingrained limescale: how to put your plumbing in order
You don't have to be a chemist to understand that the mineral content in tap water is simply off the charts.
Just look at the plumbing or kitchen utensils covered with limescale. The limescale will not disappear on its own and the situation will only get worse with each passing month.
Here is the simplest option that will help you put your plumbing in order using improvised means.
The first enemies of lime are vinegar or citric acid, but vinegar is always available and is inexpensive.
How to clean
1. Prepare a vinegar solution in a 1:1 ratio.
2. Take a clean, suitable sized rag, soak it thoroughly in the solution and wrap it around the tap.
3. Cover the top with cling film or use a plastic bag.
Let the vinegar sit for 1-2 hours, then come back and wipe away any remaining cleaner and residue with a sponge or rag.
If you use citric acid instead of vinegar, the solution is prepared from one tablespoon of acid per liter of water. The scheme of action is the same.
The same solutions can be used to remove stains from ceramic tiles or glass surfaces. You can leave a rag soaked in vinegar on glass shelves, and it is easier to clean walls by applying the solution from a spray bottle.
Cleaning is carried out with a soft brush, then the remaining composition and dirt are washed off with water.
