How to Remove Hard-Water Deposits From Metal Showerheads

Hard water left on surfaces causes lime and mineral deposits that can ruin your shower head. Here's how to tackle deposit problems on metal shower heads.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• White Vinegar
• White Vinegar
• Pan

1. Get a small saucepan.

2. 

   Add 1/2 cup white vinegar and 1 quart water.

3. Bring the mixture to a boil.

4. 

   Place the metal shower head in mixture and allow it to boil for 15 minutes.

5. Let mixture cool so you don't burn your fingers.

6. Do not rinse.

7. 

   Replace the shower head on the shower.

on 11/22/2005 If showerhead can't be removed: Use gallon-size plastic bag. Fill with white vinegar. Secure around showerhead with masking tape so showerhead is immersed. Leave overnight. Yukky stuff will dissolve. Slit bag to drain vinegar. A clean showerhead!