When it comes to cleaning the toilet, many swear by baking soda and vinegar. But let’s be honest: this mixture quickly reaches its limits when it comes to stubborn limescale and urine scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, there is an ingredient that, chemically speaking, is a real weapon against limescale and grime, and it costs next to nothing: citric acid (C6H8O7).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why citric acid is stronger than baking soda
Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is slightly alkaline and primarily helps against grease. However, limescale and urine scale are mineral deposits that require a strong acid to dissolve. Citric acid lowers the pH level in the water much more effectively and chemically dissolves the bond between limescale and ceramic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to use it: How to make your toilet sparkle again
You can use citric acid either as a powder or in liquid form. For perfect results, proceed as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lower the water level: Use the toilet brush to push as much water as possible down the drain so the acid isn’t immediately diluted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dosage: Add 3 to 4 tablespoons of citric acid powder directly to the remaining water and apply it to the rim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let it work: This is the most important step! Let it work for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for stubborn deposits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Follow-up: Give it a quick scrub with the brush and flush. The dirt will practically come off by itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Comparison: Citric acid vs. baking soda<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pro tip: The “lemon cling trick”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The problem with liquid cleaners is that they run off immediately under the rim. Mix citric acid with a splash of neutral-tasting cornstarch and water (boiled to a thin gel). This mixture adheres firmly to the rim and can “eat away” the dirt there for hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Important note: Never mix citric acid with chlorine-based cleaners! This process can produce toxic chlorine gas. And be careful with marble floors in the bathroom \u2013 acid attacks limestone immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Would you like to know how you can safely descale your washing machine and kettle using citric acid?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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