✅ It’s:
Non-toxic
Cheap
Biodegradable
Already in your pantry
And when used the right way, it’s incredibly powerful.
🧽 What You’ll Need
Distilled white vinegar
The star of the show — do not use apple cider or balsamic
An old cloth, rag, or paper towel
To trap the vinegar against the stain
Green/yellow scrub sponge
The green side gently scrubs without scratching
Optional: Baking soda
For extra scrub power on tough spots
✅ Pro Tip: Use distilled vinegar — it’s purer and more effective than filtered.
🧴 Step-by-Step: How to Remove Hard Water Stains
Step 1: Soak the Stain
Pour distilled white vinegar onto a clean cloth or paper towel
Press the soaked cloth directly onto the stained area — faucet, sink rim, showerhead, or tile grout
Let it sit for 30–60 minutes
For light stains: 30 mins
For heavy buildup: 60 mins or more
✅ Why soak? The vinegar needs time to penetrate and dissolve the minerals.
Step 2: Scrub Gently
Remove the cloth
Take your green scrub sponge (not steel wool — it scratches chrome!)
Gently scrub the area in circular motions
Watch the stains lift away
✅ No scrubbing needed? Sometimes, the vinegar dissolves the stain completely — just wipe clean.
