Professional cleaner and founder of London House Cleaners, Jess Farinha, disclosed it only takes two natural ingredients to banish stubborn limescale. Every household across the UK is susceptible to limescale build-up due to tap water containing minerals like calcium and magnesium.
This occurs because of Britain’s geological makeup, meaning this crusty deposit can become a persistent nuisance. Should limescale prove troublesome in your home, fear not, the chalky build-up can be eliminated using just two natural components. Cleaning expert Jess explained: “One very effective way to combat limescale stains caused by a dripping tap is citric acid combined with baking soda.”
Whilst identifying the two key ingredients provides an excellent foundation, the cleaning specialist detailed how to use the mixture.
Jess advised: “Sprinkle baking soda liberally over the area; this will be your mild abrasive. Then mix a tablespoon of citric acid powder with warm water until it dissolves. Dip a cloth in this, wetting it, then press it over the limescale stain.”
Jess assured that citric acid proves a “stronger” cleaning solution than white vinegar, enabling it to rapidly dissolve mineral accumulation.
The expert continued: “Allow the cloth to stay there for about 30 minutes to give this solution some time to seep in and dissolve the limescale.
“Afterward, gently scrub with a toothbrush or soft-bristle brush to avoid scratching the surface, especially if dealing with taps or other sensitive finishes. “
She added: “For those with tight spaces or where the mineral buildup is stubborn, a lemon rind rubbed right onto the stain has that extra citrus oomph that can help the minerals dislodge.”
The final step is to “rinse off well with warm water and dry the area with a microfibre cloth”.
Whilst the baking soda and citric acid combination is “less famous than the vinegar method”, Jess prefers it.
Jess explained: “It’s an extremely good way of removing harder, long-standing limescale marks.”
Moreover, it can leave a “nice citrus scent” once finished, which means the bathroom will look brilliantly clean and smell lovely at the same time.
Jess Farinha is a committed professional cleaner, organiser, and visionary founder of London House Cleaners.
