The Easiest Way to Remove Hard-Water Stains From Shower Doors

Keep shower doors shiny and clean using lemons.

Hard water causes unsightly buildup on the interior of shower doors, even in the cleanest of homes. Luckily, the most effective, simplest tool for removing hard-water buildup is found in the produce aisle of all markets -- lemons.

Hard Water

Hard-water stains occur because water contains dissolved minerals. In some areas, the mineral concentrations are higher than in other places. Areas consistently wet with tap water, such as the shower, build up these minerals on the surface.

Purpose

Lemon works well for removing hard-water buildup because of its natural citrus acid. The acidity of the fruit breaks down the mineral content in hard water.

Cleaning Method

To remove hard-water stains quickly and efficiently, cut a lemon in half. Hold a lemon half in each hand and scrub the shower door with the pulp side of the lemon. Squeeze juice onto the door as you clean. It may take several lemons to properly clean a door. Allow the lemon juice to sit on the door for five to 10 minutes. Rinse with clean water and dry immediately. Repeat this process if necessary.

References

• Creative Homemaking: Removing Hard Water Stains on Shower Doors
• Bella Online: Crystal Clear Shower Doors