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How to remove hard water deposits?

Asked by asawilliams (368points) April 10th, 2010

I am cleaning my bathroom and have noticed some hidden areas that have developed serious hard water deposits. What is the best way to remove them?

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gailcalled's avatar

If they’re calcium, try vinegar first.

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Lightlyseared's avatar

Well if you don’t want to mess about you could go straight for hydrochloric acid.

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oreo45's avatar

Lime away is good if vineger doesnt work, but do be careful, its very caustic.

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boffin's avatar

CLR
Available in most grocery and hardware stores…

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ccrow's avatar

Vinegar is what I use. “Hidden areas” where??

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thriftymaid's avatar

Like the others have said, white vinegar is the way to do it. Let it sit for a few minutes, then just wipe it away.

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