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The appearance of rust in the toilet is a common problem that many people face. The cause may be hard water, old pipes or leaks. Let's figure out together how to wash rust in the toilet and return the plumbing to its snow-white appearance, writes UNIAN.
How to clean rust from a toilet bowl - proven remedies
One of the best and most natural solutions is to use citric acid. All you need to do is pour two tablespoons of citric acid into a toilet bowl with warm water, leave it for at least 20 minutes, and flush.
Here are some other remedies that can help get rid of rust in the toilet:
- Baking soda and vinegar. A mixture of these ingredients helps dissolve rust stains. Sprinkle baking soda on the stained areas, then pour vinegar over them. Wait 20-30 minutes, scrub with a brush, and rinse with water.
- Coca-Cola. An unconventional but effective method. Pour 1-2 liters of the drink into the toilet and leave it for a few hours (preferably overnight). Then scrub with a brush and flush.
- Household chemicals. If home methods do not help, you can use special cleaning products. To wash the toilet inside and get rid of rust, products with acids, for example, based on oxalic or hydrochloric acid, are suitable.
You can also try using abrasive cleaning agents, but you need to be especially careful with them so as not to damage the surface of the toilet.
How to clean rust from a toilet bowl - additional tips
When cleaning the toilet, try not to use metal brushes to avoid scratching the surface.
And to prevent rust from forming in the future:
- clean the toilet regularly (do not allow plaque and dirt to accumulate);
- install water filters (this will help reduce the content of iron and other minerals in the water, preventing the formation of rusty stains);
- monitor the condition of plumbing (remove leaks and enamel damage in a timely manner).
Now you know how to clean the inside of a toilet bowl from rust and restore its cleanliness. Choose a convenient method and enjoy the result.
