How to Clean A Shower Head

By *Janet Ford

Rate: (12 Ratings)

Are you losing water pressure due to the white buildup deposits on your shower head? Don't despair, it's an easy fix. Read on and I'll tell you how.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • Whower head
  • White vinegar
  • Maybe a wide rubber band and pair of vice grips

Step1
Remove your dirty shower head
Step2
Take cover off shower head if possible.
Step3
Place shower head into small dish of white vinegar.
Step4
Let soak for about 15 - 20 minutes.
Step5
Scrub shower head with old toothbrush or similar brush.
Step6
Let soak longer if necessary. Once clean, replace shower head and enjoy.

Tips & Warnings

  • If you can't remove shower head, place wide rubber band around it and remove with vice grips. The rubber band will help prevent damage to your shower head.
  • If you'd rather not remove the shower head, you can fasten a plastic baggie with vinegar in it to the shower head using the above mentioned rubber band.

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on 5/17/2008 I've learned some many uses for vinegar, and you've taught me yet another one. Thanks for sharing.

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on 5/11/2008 I love this!! Dugg it and 5 stars!

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on 3/30/2008 I FOUND THIS INFO EXTREMELY HELPFUL MY SHOWER HEAD IS "LIKE NEW" PLEASE FIX THE TYPO IN "THINGS YOU NEED." ISN'T IT A SHOWER HEAD, NOT WHOWER HEAD?

KonaGirl said

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on 11/15/2007 A lot cheaper and more convenient than buying that high priced remover. After all, every one has a bottle of vinegar at home.

SharonW said

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on 11/15/2007 Now that's a handy tip. Thanks

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