Maintenance Guides / Plumbing & Water

Clean faucet aerators

Difficulty: easyTime: 10 mins

Why it matters

Clogged aerators restrict flow; lime scale reduces efficiency.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Unscrew the aerator from the faucet tip.

  • 2

    Soak in white vinegar for 30 minutes.

  • 3

    Scrub debris with old toothbrush.

  • 4

    Rinse thoroughly.

  • 5

    Screw back onto faucet.

  • 6

    Test water flow.