How to Clean Shower Heads
Updated: Mar. 15, 2023A quick soak will make your grimy shower head shine.
- Time
- Complexity
- Cost
- A full day
- Beginner
- Less than $20
Remove the shower head and soak it
Over time, hard-water minerals in tap water build up and clog the spray holes in shower heads. Fix this problem by removing the shower head and cleaning it. Buy a lime removing product to loosen the scale, or soak the head overnight in vinegar (either white or apple cider). Check the owner’s manual or manufacturer’s website to confirm that vinegar won’t harm the finish.
Carefully remove the shower head and open the holes using the steps shown in Photos 1 and 2. If the shower head is too stuck to remove, try filling a plastic bag with vinegar, tying the top of the bag around the top of the shower head and submerging it overnight in the vinegar. If that doesn’t work, you might want to consider one of these outstanding shower heads that provide a spa-like feeling.
Required Tools
Have the necessary tools for this how to clean shower head with vinegar DIY project how to clean a shower head project lined up before you start — you’ll save time and frustration.
- Pipe wrench
- Pliers
- Rags
Required Materials
Avoid last-minute shopping trips by having all your materials ready ahead of time for this how to clean a shower head project. Here’s a list.
- Vinegar