How to Remove Hard Water Buildup From Your Shower Head

Is your showerhead covered in chalky white hard water stains? Or does it spray in a dozen random directions? In this video, we go over how to clean hard water off of your showerhead so that it looks good and flows well again.

Hard water is any water with minerals like calcium and magnesium dissolved in it. Those minerals get left behind when the water evaporates. They stick to the surface of water fixtures like your showerhead or faucets. Hard water can act like sandpaper, wearing your pipes and fixtures down over time.

The good news is your showerhead isn’t too much of a challenge to clean. Hard water deposits are easy to break down with light acids, so vinegar is a great option here. With enough vinegar and time, and a little bit of elbow grease, your showerhead can work almost like new.