To effectively remove lime deposits in your toilet, you can use a mixture of vinegar and baking soda. Pour vinegar into the toilet bowl, sprinkle baking soda on top, and let it sit for about 30 minutes. Then, scrub the toilet with a toilet brush and flush the toilet to rinse away the lime deposits. Repeat the process if necessary.
It could be lime deposits. Try the toilet bowl cleaner Lime Away and see if that helps. Vinagar might do the trick too. Remove the ladder and soak it or brush the cleaner on and let it set a few hours. A: Alum. ladders will degrade quickly in water.
To remove lime buildup in toilets, you can use a mixture of vinegar and baking soda. Pour about 2 cups of vinegar into the toilet bowl, followed by 1 cup of baking soda. Let the mixture sit for at least 30 minutes to break down the deposits, then scrub with a toilet brush and flush. For tougher stains, you may need to repeat the process or use a commercial descaler specifically designed for hard water stains.
Lime away. Lime away does not work on hard water deposits.
To effectively remove lime wash from a surface, you can use a mixture of warm water and mild detergent to scrub the area. Alternatively, you can use a commercial paint stripper specifically designed for lime wash. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions and wear protective gear while working with these chemicals.
There is a product called CLR which is available in grocery stores which removes lime deposits.
Vinegar is the only safe solution for removing lime deposits from painted surfaces.
oddly enough, a product called 'lime away' - and others, usually can be found at the dollar store, or department store.
MSDS sheets reveal pH in the range of 2-3 for most CLR products; this is a STRONG acid to be used with caution
Vinegar or CLR
To zest a lime effectively for cooking or baking, use a fine grater or zester to remove the outer green part of the lime peel. Be careful not to grate the white pith underneath, as it is bitter. Rotate the lime as you zest to avoid grating the same spot multiple times. Use the zest immediately in your recipe for a bright, citrus flavor.
Lime deposits are alkaline in nature. They are typically formed by calcium carbonate, which has an alkaline pH.
No. lime is safe.