Maintenance Guides / Plumbing & Water

Descale showerheads

Difficulty: easyTime: 30 mins

Why it matters

Limescale and mineral deposits restrict water flow and create uneven spray patterns. A vinegar soak cleans showerheads without chemicals or cost.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Unscrew the showerhead from the shower arm.

  • 2

    Fill a plastic bag with white vinegar and submerge the head.

  • 3

    Secure bag with a rubber band and soak for 4-8 hours.

  • 4

    Scrub mineral deposits with an old toothbrush.

  • 5

    Rinse thoroughly under running water.

  • 6

    Reattach to the shower arm and test spray pattern.