Proven solutions to tackle limescale build-up in toilets and fixtures
Limescale—a stubborn, chalky white residue—forms due to hard water deposits, primarily made of calcium carbonate. It can build up on surfaces like toilets, faucets, and showerheads, causing a range of issues that impact both appearance and performance.
Here’s how limescale can damage your plumbing and fixtures:
Clogged pipes & reduced water flow
Limescale can accumulate inside pipes, restricting water flow and lowering pressure, especially noticeable in faucets and showerheads.
Stubborn toilet stains
Limescale leaves unsightly stains in toilets that standard cleaners struggle to remove. These stains also cause odour.
Increased energy bills
When it forms on heating elements, limescale reduces appliance efficiency, leading to higher energy consumption. For example, a 1.6 mm layer of limescale can reduce heating efficiency by up to 12%, which can add significantly to energy costs over time.
Limescale is hard to avoid, especially in regions with hard water, but the following solutions can help prevent serious build-up:
Install a water softener: A water softener removes the minerals responsible for limescale, preventing it before it even starts.
Regular cleaning: Regularly clean surfaces with products that remove limescale, like ABS’ Toilet Cleaner or Deodoriser & Descaler, which will minimise limescale build-up over time.
Use descaling agents: Descaling agents are key to dissolving existing limescale. ABS’ SCALEZAP is a powerful, eco-friendly solution that removes even the toughest limescale in toilets and other areas within 12 hours—no harsh scrubbing needed.
Limescale can damage your plumbing and fixtures, to keep your plumbing and fixtures running smoothly, regular maintenance is crucial. By using specially formulated products dissolve limescale, you can ensure surfaces remain clean and easy to maintain, and tackle future limescale build-up.
