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How to remove rust stains in toilet?

How to remove rust stains in toilet
December 19, 2019

Ever wonder how to remove rust stains in toilet? Due to heavy use, plumbing fixtures and the toilet are gradually losing their original appearance. Often, rust begins to emerge on the inside of the toilet, delivering aesthetic discomfort. The methods listed below allows you to maintain cleanliness and excellent appearance of plumbing for as long as possible.

Causes of rust stains

Rust on the surface of the toilet bowl occurs due to several factors, the key of which remains an increased concentration of iron salts in tap water. The decision will be to buy capsules or tablets, under the influence of which the chemical composition of water changes. In many cases, non-galvanized steel pipes act as a source of rust, when you use it for a long time. The best solution is to add the above tablets to the tank. In the absence of the proper effect, it is crucial to install polypropylene or metal-plastic pipes. The excellent appearance of stains contributes to the rough surface of the toilet. In particular, this applies to faience specimens. At the same time, porcelain toilets have a smoother surface that exposed to contamination. Rusty marks result from leaking tank. It is necessary to fix the problems as soon as possible because otherwise, the spots will quickly reappear.

Rust stains removal using household chemicals

These funds include the following varieties: Abrasive This group includes products whose cleaning effect is caused by the mechanical action of powder particles on contaminated sites. Apply substances to a rag or sponge, then intensively wipe the stain until it disappears. Despite the positive result, the cleaning process will take a long time. There is a high probability of damage to the integrity of the surface of the toilet bowl with small sharp particles of powder. Alkaline Means of this group do not cause damage to the surface of plumbing. They should cover the stain, and after 10-15 minutes, wash off the remaining substance with water. Be careful that alkaline household chemicals are powerless about stubborn pollution. Acidic. Under the influence of these substances, the pollution simply dissolves. They do a great job with various kinds of stains. Bear in mind that the use of these funds at home requires compliance with safety rules. Before cleaning, not forget to put gloves. Directly in the process, avoid chemically aggressive substances on the skin and eyes. Acids are suitable for faience and porcelain toilets. At the same time, it is worth abandoning their use to remove stains from an enamelled bath, because they dissolve the enamel. On a note! You should not use different household chemicals at the same time. This can not only cause unpredictable chemical reactions but also damage the surface of the toilet.

Folk recipes for removing rust stain

Dampen a rag in vinegar and put on a contaminated area. After 30 minutes or an hour, rinse this place with water. If there is no cleaning agent, you can clean the surface of the toilet bowl from rust stains as follows: Apply toothpaste to the desired area and brush. Dampen a rag with a drink such as Cola, Sprite, or Fanta, placing it in a contaminated area. After some time, rinse this place with water. Coat the stain with battery electrolyte. After 15 minutes, rinse off the liquid. If something doesn’t work out, order an apartment cleaning from our cleaning company. Cleaning the bathroom is included with anyone with packages. For the plumbing to maintain its original appearance for as long as possible, it is necessary to regularly clean and timely eliminate potential breakdowns. At the stage of buying plumbing fixtures, it is appropriate to opt for specimens with the presence of water-repellent glaze, which prevents the occurrence of pollution. However, if you don't want to do this alone, feel free to contact us. Our specialists will be glad to help! Book your appointment and see for yourself.

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