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Clean A Clogged Showerhead

Use vinegar to dissolve flow-restricting mineral deposits

By the experts at The Family Handyman

From The Family Handyman

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Here’s a quick fix for a clogged showerhead. Pour white vinegar into a plastic sandwich bag until it’s half full. Pull the bag over the showerhead until its spray channels are submerged. Tape the bag to the showerhead pipe with electrical tape and leave on overnight. Scrub away any remaining buildup with an old toothbrush.

Your showerhead will be as good as new.

Note: Vinegar may damage old, worn finishes.

From The Family Handyman - March 2002

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• Get rid of rust, lime, scum and stains on bathroom fixtures.
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