How can i remove limescale from an enamel bath?
Lime scale can be very difficult to remove if it is allowed to accumulate, even over a short period of time. It is formed when water in a hard water area combines with soap residues, evaporates, and leaves the lime salts on the surface as a deposit. This is why we suggest that baths and enamel sinks are dried after use. If your taps are dripping, get them fixed. Removal of Lime Scale with dilute vinegar If lime scale has already formed in a bath, the lime scale can be removed using vinegar to dissolve the deposit. However, extreme care should be taken, as bath enamel, particularly on old baths, is formulated to be resistant to the alkali in soap, not to the acid in vinegar. The recommended method is as follows: Dilute vinegar approximately 50:50 with water. Using a soft cloth, rub only the lime scale area with the diluted vinegar. Avoid getting the vinegar on the enamel surface surrounding the lime scale and rinse frequently. Then clean the area with an approved cleaner. When all of th
