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How to Get Rid of Hard Water Stains in an LG Dishwasher

LG is a major manufacturer of kitchen appliances including dishwashers. If the water in your home is hard, it likely leaves hard water stains or deposits on many surfaces such as in your sinks, on your pots and pans, on your shower head and inside your dishwasher. Read your LG dishwasher manual for specific instructions on how to remove the hard water stains for your particular model, but in general, they can be removed in a similar manner as described in most LG dishwasher manuals.

Things You'll Need

  • Measuring cup or bowl
  • White vinegar
  • Sponge or rag
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Instructions

    • 1

      Unload the dishwasher of all the dishes, cookware and utensils. Also, remove the utensil holder.

    • 2

      Fill a measuring cup or a dishwasher-safe bowl with 2 cups of white vinegar. Place it on the bottom rack of the dishwasher, face up, according to most LG dishwasher manuals.

    • 3

      Run the dishwasher completely through one normal cycle. LG also recommends selecting the extra rinse or sanitize option. Repeat if the hard water stains are still there.

    • 4

      Moisten a sponge or rag with white vinegar and scrub the inside tub to remove a film caused by hard water or to remove stubborn hard water stains.