How to Clean Hard Water Stains From a Sink or Faucet

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

✅ Even a quick dry with a towel can make a big difference.

💬 Final Thoughts: Sometimes the Best Cleaner Isn’t in the Aisle — It’s in Your Pantry

We buy specialty sprays.

We use abrasive pads.

We spend money on “miracle” cleaners.

But the truth is:

The most powerful cleaning tool is already in your kitchen.

That bottle of distilled white vinegar?

It’s not just for salads.

It’s a limescale-destroying powerhouse.