How to Clean Rainfall Shower Head (Easy Steps)

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Hard water can lead to limescale buildup on shower heads as with any household item that comes to contact with it.

It is important to clean your rainfall shower head regularly to prevent this build-up, since left too long, your shower head will become blocked, which will reduce the flow of water.

Limescale will also prevent your rainfall shower head from shining as brightly as it should.

Once you know how to do it, cleaning and descaling your rainfall shower head will be easy. You can maintain the radiance of your rainfall shower head by following our step-by-step guides using simple household products.

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How to Clean Detachable Rainfall Shower Head

In most cases, shower heads that are attached to a base can be removed by untwisting them. If this is the case, you should follow these simple steps to clean and descale it.

Step-by-step Guide

First, remove the rainfall shower head from a base by untwisting it.
Fill a plastic container with distilled white vinegar and place the shower head in it.
Make sure you let it soak for at least 30 minutes, preferably one hour.
Then make sure the shower head is clean by rinsing it with water.
If there is any stubborn limescale left, use an old toothbrush to remove it. Soak the toothbrush with the used vinegar and scrub it on the limescale.
Once removed, rinse it again with water and polish it with a clean soft cloth.
Reattach the rainfall shower head and turn on the shower to flush out any remaining limescale and vinegar.

How to Clean a Fixed Rainfall Shower Head

Here’s a step-by-step guide for cleaning your rainfall shower head if it is fixed and you can’t remove it.

Step-by-step Guide

Get a large plastic bag enough to cover your rainfall shower head.
Fill the plastic bag with distilled white vinegar. It should be half filled with vinegar.
If the pipe is above or behind the head, secure the bag around the neck with a string or an elastic band.
Let it soak for at least 30 minutes, preferably one hour.
Remove the plastic bag, then you can flush out any limescale or vinegar remaining inside the shower head by turning on the shower.
Gently wipe the shower head using a wet soft sponge.
Remove any residue from the showerhead and the nozzles by using an old toothbrush.
Then polish it with a soft cloth.
Repeat the process if necessary.

How Often Should Clean Your Rainfall Shower Head?

You should clean your ceiling showerhead at least once a month. It would be best if you cleaned it once every two weeks or once a week if you have the time.

Your showerhead will be easier to clean if you regularly clean it. Regular cleaning will reduce mineral buildup.