Shower faucet full of limescale, how to clean it to make it look like new again

Do you shower but not much water comes out? Maybe it’s because of limescale on the shower tap. Don’t worry, there’s no need to change it, just clean it.

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But how should it be treated to make it new again?

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The term “limestone” refers to calcium carbonate deposits that can form in hot, hard water. These deposits can build up in pipes, boilers, and other plumbing fixtures, causing problems such as restricted water flow, equipment damage, and taste and odor issues.

To remove limescale, you can use specific chemicals or install a water treatment filter that reduces its quantity.

Alternatively, distilled or demineralized water, which does not contain calcium carbonate, can be used .

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