How To Properly Clean A Rain Shower Head
Rainfall showerheads are an increasingly popular addition to modern bathrooms, notes The Bathroom Showroom, as they provide a luxurious, spa-like experience with a gentle, even rainfall of water. Not only are these showerheads aesthetically appealing, but they are also incredibly relaxing and can improve the quality of your showering experience.
They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, so you can find one that fits the style of your bathroom perfectly. The size of a showerhead is important, according to Morning to Bed, as it determines how much coverage you get — smaller versions offer a light, gentle spray, while larger heads have more jets and can provide a wider coverage and more intense rainfall. You can also find showerheads with adjustable water pressure, so you can choose how intense or gentle you want your shower to be.
Mira Showers warns that, over time, a buildup of mildew and limescale can clog up inside, which will diminish the whole rainfall experience. So, how should you clean this type of showerhead?
The easy, no fuss approach
Vinegar is a safe and effective way to clean out blockages, restore the pressure of the rainfall effect, and bring your showerhead back to its former glory. To clean everything thoroughly with vinegar, you will need a large plastic bag, white vinegar, a pair of rubber gloves, and an elastic band, notes Waterpik Showerheads.
Remove the showerhead and put it into the plastic bag. Pour the vinegar into the bag until the head is completely submerged. Seal the bag securely and let it sit for at least two hours. Remove it from the bag, clean away any remaining debris, and rinse the showerhead thoroughly with warm water. Once cleaned, reattach it and run water through the shower to make sure all the blockages have been cleared.
However, when using this method, Showersight warns that if your showerhead is made of brass or chrome, soaking it for more than 30 minutes could spoil the finish. If yours is made of chrome or brass, and 30 minutes just isn't enough time to clean things properly, what can be done?
Showerhead brushes
This is where cleaning brushes specifically designed for showerheads come in. After soaking your chrome or brass rainfall showerhead in vinegar for the recommended 30 minutes, you may find that leftover calcium deposits or soap scum remain clogged in the holes. These brushes are great for removing this buildup while helping to keep your showerhead looking as good as new.
When choosing the right brush for your needs, it's important to remember the type of material your showerhead is made from. Soft-bristled brushes are made for plastic or chrome-plated showerheads, but when you're tackling your chrome or brass rainfall head, harder bristles are better and more effective. For stubborn buildup, Thumbtack suggests making a paste from vinegar and baking soda, coating the holes with it, and leaving it for 30 minutes. Afterward, you can use a showerhead brush to make sure all the holes are completely free of any dirt or grime. Rinse the rainfall showerhead thoroughly after cleaning to ensure that no residue is left behind.