Limey - Tap Head descaling Ball for limescale Removal

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I think that what I am really looking for is something like a spray on foam or a gel/paste which I could brush on.

Yes you need a filter to protect your boiler and also to improve the quality and taste of the steaming hot water dispensed. Just apply under the rim like any other toilet cleaner and leave it to work its magic for five minutes. And don’t forget to open the window or ventilate your bathroom as this product has a strong chemical smell. Some of our taps and other chrome fittings in the bathroom have an unsightly accumulation of calcium scale deposits which we need to remove. We have tried most of the standard sprays and liquids and mild acids such as vinegar, all with no real effect. Using a shower squeegee after you have a shower might also help you keep on top of your limescale build-ups. How do you get rid of limescale naturally? Simply fill the Limey with one of the below limescale cleaners and leave your tap to soak in it for a deep clean, which will break down any water build up and leave the appliance looking brand spanking new.During our research, we analysed Mumsnet forum posts about which limescale removers worked well and which ones were most popular for shower screens, baths, toilets, sinks, washing machines and kettles. It’s almost impossible to see a Cillit Bang product without uttering their slogan “Bang! And the dirt is gone!” but that’s exactly what happens when you use their limescale remover. The best way to remove limescale is to let the products cut through the chalky deposits, so you don’t need to scrape them. Here’s how you do it:

Finally, you can use bicarbonate of soda in various different ways to remove limescale from taps. However, arguably the easiest one is to combine water and bicarbonate of soda (baking soda), to create a paste. What descaler are you using? Oust sachets are good. Just re-boil the kettle when the water stops fizzing and repeat until the scale has gone. I only quarter fill the kettle before adding the oust.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user MaisyMary77) One Mumsnet user, Laila747, says, “White vinegar in a spray bottle, add some Fairy Liquid and spray all over shower screen, leave for 15 minutes then rinse. Perfect streak-free shower screen every time!” Kettles and coffee machines are some of the most common places people find a build up of limescale.I guess all these things work eventually. I think a certain amount of confidence is required to continue to treat. It is easy to give up and think the product inadequate. Lemon method: Cut a lemon in half and rub the flesh side onto the limescale-affected part of the taps. Again, leave it to sit for 30 minutes and then scrub it with a sponge to remove the limescale residue. Shower heads Another natural method for stubborn limescale is toothpaste, Richard Ghinn explains. 'If you’re finding it [limescale] builds up around the base of the tap, and around where the water comes out, there’s a simple solution, using something you already have in your bathroom – toothpaste,' he explains. Speakers- ATC SCM100a's(fronts) MISSION 77DS - MK SS150(surrounds) ATC C6(center build in progress)

Viakal Limescale Remover is the perfect all-rounder and one of the strongest limescale removers around. It leaves shower screens sparkling and draining boards shiny and clear. You can spray it on taps and it helps built-up limescale to disappear. HG’s professional range is ideal for heavy-duty cleaning, and their limescale remover is no different. This high concentrate bathroom descaler is suitable for removing limescale from your taps, shower, plastic bath, sink, shower door, tiles and shower head. When thinking about the best limescale remover for you, it also pays to consider the finish of your bathroom or kitchen taps, to ensure you don't do any damage whilst cleaning. Our taps do a lot for us, but they’re often an area we forget to clean until we notice a real difference. Unfortunately, taps and other areas where hard water flows are the most common breeding grounds for limescale. It’s important to clean your taps regularly, but limescale can be a tough old thing to get rid of, especially if it’s been allowed to build up.

How we chose our recommendations

We then assessed and compared these recommendations against those given by hundreds of Mumsnetters who’ve tried and tested these products in their own homes. Whether you need an all-rounder limescale remover for your bathroom and kitchen, or a powerful formula that will finally give you the stain-free toilet that you deserve, we’ve got something for you here. When using bleach, you might think that your limescale problems are dealt with, but what you're doing is just covering them up, and soon the discolouration will return. To properly dissolve limescale, you need a proper limescale remover. How do you remove stubborn limescale from glass?