Cleaning a shower head is really pretty easy. Just follow these simple steps and it’ll be shiny and sparkling in no time.
Method 1: How to clean a shower head without removing it
Step 1: Bag it
For regular cleaning, fill a plastic bag with vinegar. Hang this bag around the shower head so that the head is completely submerged in the vinegar. Fasten the bag with zip-ties, cords, or a rubber band.
Step 2: Wait
Give the vinegar anywhere between an hour and overnight to do its job. Once you are sure that it has cleaned the shower head, remove the bag.
Step 3: Rinse and polish
Run the shower to flush out any vinegar that has gone inside the holes in the shower head, as you don’t want to be sprayed with vinegar first thing in the morning. Use a soft cloth to polish the shower head and make it look almost as good as new!
Method 2: How to remove and clean a shower head
Step 1: Remove the shower head
Most manufacturers advise to use a wrench instead of pliers to detach the shower head. This ensures that it doesn’t damage the finish.
Step 2: Rinse it
To loosen the debris on the inside of the shower head, run a faucet while holding it upside down. You can also use a toothbrush and vinegar or a paste of baking soda with water to clean away the mineral deposits.
Step 3: Clean out the holes
Use a toothbrush to descale the outside part of the shower head. The thin bristles of the toothbrush will also get into the holes to help unclog them. If they are still blocked, use a toothpick, safety pin, or needle to poke them and loosen the debris stuck inside.
Step 4: Soak in vinegar
Submerge the shower head in vinegar for some time to dissolve any leftover mineral deposit and dirt. For an extra kick, add some baking soda to the vinegar.
Step 5: Rinse, polish, assemble
Once you are sure the shower head is completely clean and unblocked, rinse it thoroughly with water to wash out all the cleaning agents. Polish with a soft cloth and attach it back to its original place.