How to Get Water Stains Off a Faucet

Faucets that once sparkled and gleamed often acquire a dulled appearance over time. One of the main causes of this problem is the accumulation of water stains. Mineral like calcium and magnesium in the water react with other substances like soaps and cosmetic products to form stains that are often referred to as "hard water scale" or "lime scale." Remove water stains from your faucet quickly and easily by using natural, inexpensive household products.

Things You'll Need

• Spray bottle
• White vinegar
• Baking soda
• Sponge
• Toothbrush
• Cloth

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Spray the faucet with undiluted white vinegar and wait for 15 to 20 minutes as the vinegar works on the stains.

   • 2

     Wet a cleaning sponge with white vinegar and use it to wipe down the faucet.

   • 3

     Sprinkle baking soda onto your cleaning sponge to remove stubborn water stains and other debris.

   • 4

     Dip a toothbrush into white vinegar and baking soda and use it to scrub away water stains from hard-to-reach places on the faucet.

   • 5

     Splash clean water over the faucet to rinse it, and dry it with a lint-free cloth.