How to Dissolve Lime Buildup With Vinegar & Soda

Clogged Faucets and Showerheads

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  Fill a bowl with white vinegar.

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  Hold the bowl under the faucet or showerhead so it's completely immersed. If you can remove the showerhead or faucet, it would be easier than holding the bowl.

• 3

  Soak the faucet or shower head for two to five minutes. Longer is better, but it may become difficult to hold the bowl. Remove the vinegar.

• 4

  Dip a toothbrush in the vinegar and then into some baking soda.

• 5

  Scrub the faucet or showerhead to remove any lime buildup. Reapply baking soda and vinegar to the toothbrush as needed.

• 6

  Turn the water on for the faucet or showerhead to rinse.

Bathtub and Shower Door

• 7

  Fill a spray bottle with white vinegar and thoroughly wet the surface.

• 8

  Allow the surface to soak for five minutes.

• 9

  Dip a scouring pad or brush into vinegar and then baking soda.

• 10

  Scrub the surface to remove any lime buildup. Reapply the baking soda and vinegar to the scouring pad as necessary.

• 11

  Rinse with running water, when possible, or with a clean washcloth soaked in water.

Small Surfaces, Dishes and Difficult Areas

• 12

  Mix a paste of baking soda and white vinegar in a bowl.

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  Dip a washcloth into the paste and rub it on the metallic surfaces. Coat the surfaces thickly. This method will allow you to get into tight spaces around faucets and inside coffee pots.

• 14

  Allow the paste to dry.

• 15

  Scrub away the paste with another washcloth soaked in white vinegar.

• 16

  Rinse with running water, when possible, or with a clean cloth soaked in water.