A scaly shower head can make your otherwise clean bathroom look slightly off. More than that, limescale can clog your fixture to the point that water barely comes out. Luckily, here you’ll find how to fix your shower head, whether it is slightly dirty or needs an in-depth cleaning.

How to clean your shower head (fastest way)

This method will help you unclog water holes that have been behaving strangely lately. Also, you’ll be able to remove that thin white limescale layer dulling your shower head shine.

Step #1. Fill a bag with vinegar

First, you’ll need a big plastic bag to fit your shower head inside. Once you have the bag at hand, fill it halfway with vinegar, making sure it doesn’t leak.

Then, cover the shower head with the bag. The goal is to completely submerge the nozzle in vinegar, so if there’s not enough vinegar, pour more. When everything is ready, secure the bag tightly—a couple of zip ties or rubber bands will do the work just fine.

Step #2. Clean the shower head

Depending on how dirty your shower head is, you’ll need to wait 30 minutes to 1 hour for the vinegar to dissolve the limescale. After time’s up, remove the bag and pour its contents down the drain.

Next, using a warm-dampened cloth, wipe your fixture to remove the lingering limescale. To unclog the water holes, turn on the hot water and let it run for 5 minutes. This will dissolve any remaining buildup.

Step #3. Rinse and dry

If you don’t want your shower head to be full of chalky white spots soon after you finish, rinse it with a wet cloth. Last but not least important, remove all the remaining water with a dry rag.

How to clean your shower head thoroughly

If your shower head has too much limescale buildup or water is no longer coming out with enough pressure, it’s time for a deep clean. You can also use this method regularly to keep your fixture in good condition.

Step #1. Detach the shower head

Some shower heads (particularly recently bought ones) can be unscrewed by hand. You’ll need an adjustable wrench if you can’t remove your fixture that easily. To avoid scratches, wrap a thin rag around the arm nut before loosening it.

The end of the fixture close to the shower arm contains the water filter (some fixtures also have a water regulator), so be careful when detaching the nozzle.

Step #2. Soak your fixture

Next, get a bucket where your shower head fits and fill it with the right amount of vinegar to cover the nozzle completely. Place your fixture inside the bucket (pour more vinegar if necessary) with whatever small parts you removed.

Now, wait 8 hours for the vinegar to work its magic (you can let it work while you sleep).

Step #3. Scrub and clean

Time’s up! Take out everything you left in the bucket and get rid of the vinegar. Then, use a soft toothbrush to scrub the nozzle and the other parts you left soaking. Focus on slits and crevices, as limescale could be hidden there.

Don’t forget to clean the water holes! Use a toothpick or a needle to poke them and remove the limescale. Once done, rinse the fixture with a warm-dampened cloth.

Step #4. Reassemble the nozzle

Once ready, put the water filter (with every other part you’ve removed) back into the nozzle and reattach the fixture to the shower arm. For a better grip, wrap some Teflon tape around the threaded part.

Finally, let hot water run for five minutes to remove the remaining buildup in the water holes.

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