How to Remove Toilet Bowl Build-up
The build-up in toilets is due to hard water stains. The hard water deposits form a dark ring where the water line rests, because of the calcium and minerals in the water. The unsightly ring can be removed with inexpensive household products instead of purchasing a harsh chemical cleaner.
After you remove the build-up in the toilet, you will need to implement a schedule to clean the toilet bowl regularly to prevent it from returning.
Things You Will Need
- Gloves
- Vinegar
- Baking soda
- Spray bottle
- Toilet brush
Tip
Scrub the inside of your toilet weekly to help prevent the build-up.
Warning
Always wear gloves when cleaning the toilet, and wash your hand immediately afterward with antibacterial soap to prevent illnesses due to harmful bacteria.
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Turn the water valve to the off position at the base of the toilet. Flush the toilet so the water level drops below the build-up.
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Wear gloves to protect your hands from germs. Lift the toilet seat. Sprinkle baking soda over the build-up.
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Fill a spray bottle with white distilled vinegar. Spray the vinegar over the baking soda. Allow the solution to sit on the build-up for 10 minutes.
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Scrub the build-up ring with a toilet brush Spray more vinegar over the build-up, and allow it to sit for 15 minutes.
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Scrub the mineral build-up again. Repeat adding backing soda and spraying the area with vinegar. Continue to scrub the area until you remove all the build-up.
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Turn the water back on to the toilet. Flush the toilet to rinse it.
The Drip Cap
- The build-up in toilets is due to hard water stains.
- Turn the water valve to the off position at the base of the toilet.
- Flush the toilet so the water level drops below the build-up.
- Fill a spray bottle with white distilled vinegar.
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Angela LaFollette holds a Bachelor of Arts in advertising with a minor in political science from Marshall University. LaFollette found her passion for writing during an internship as a reporter for "The West Virginia Standard" in 2007. She has more than six years of writing experience and specializes in topics in garden and pets.
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