How to Clean Whirlpool Jets With Vinegar

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Written By
Bridget Kelly
Bridget Kelly
Published: Apr 3, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

When you turn on the jets and black flakes fly out of them and into your bath water, it’s time to consider cleaning the whirlpool jets.

Things You Will Need

  • Automatic dishwasher detergent
  • Vinegar
  • Old toothbrush
  • Cleanser
  1. Turn the whirlpool jets clockwise so that there is no air induction.

  2. Fill the tub with hot water until it covers the jets by 2 inches.

  3. Add 2 tsp. of powdered automatic dishwasher detergent and 5 cups of white vinegar.

  4. Turn on the whirlpool and allow it to run for 15 minutes. Turn off the whirlpool and in 30 minutes, run it again for an additional 15 minutes.

  5. Use an old toothbrush or small, long-handled brush to scrub the plastic parts of the jets with cleanser or household bleach.

  6. Drain the tub and fill it again with clear water. Make sure the jets are covered by 2 inches of water.

  7. Turn the jets counter-clockwise and allow the whirpool to run for 5 minutes. Drain the tub.

The Drip Cap

  • There’s nothing like a long, hot soak in a tub with massaging whirlpool jets after a long day of work or play.
  • Turn on the whirlpool and allow it to run for 15 minutes.
  • Use an old toothbrush or small, long-handled brush to scrub the plastic parts of the jets with cleanser or household bleach.

References

Photo Credits

large bathtub image by Nikolay Okhitin from Fotolia.com

large bathtub image by Nikolay Okhitin from Fotolia.com

Bridget Kelly

Based in the American Southwest, Bridget Kelly has been writing about gardening and real estate since 2005. Her articles have appeared at Trulia.com, SFGate.com, GardenGuides.com, RE/MAX.com, MarketLeader.com, RealEstate.com, USAToday.com…

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