How to Remove Hard Water With Essential Oil

Published: Jan 15, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

There are a variety of cleaning chemicals designed to remove hard water residue and stains. However, these products contain harsh chemicals that can pollute your environment. Instead, use all-natural essential oils to remove hard water film from your home.

Things You Will Need

  • Spray bottle
  • Distilled water
  • Lemon essential oil
  • Cloths
  • Towel
  1. Fill a spray bottle with 1 cup water and 10 drops lemon essential oil. Gently swirl the bottle in a circular motion to mix the contents. Lemon oil is naturally acidic, and will cut through tough hard water grime.

  2. Spray the mixture directly onto the hard water spot and let it sit for 30 seconds. Rub the surface clean with a cloth.

  3. Continue rubbing and applying the mixture until you have removed the hard water spot. Wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.

  4. Prevent hard water spots and stains by drying shower doors, bathtubs, faucets, and sinks whenever they become wet.

The Drip Cap

  • Hard water occurs when an abundance of minerals are present in the water.
  • There are a variety of cleaning chemicals designed to remove hard water residue and stains.
  • Rub the surface clean with a cloth.
Amanda Flanigan

Amanda Flanigan began writing professionally in 2007. Flanigan has written for various publications, including WV Living and American Craft Council, and has published several eBooks on craft and garden-related subjects. Flanigan completed…

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