The tiny holes in a showerhead will become clogged if not cleaned regularly (Image: Getty)
If the pressure in your shower has dropped and water is coming out in irregular streams then you are likely dealing with a blocked showerhead, but it is very easy to fix.
Many people do not realise that they need to clean the inside of a regularly as over time the tiny spray holes can become clogged with grime, and even .
This blockage will waste water and also cause more stains in your plumbing, which can potentially lead to leaks over time.
However, Manca, an expert from ?, has shared that unclogging a showerhead is simple as all you need is one natural acidic ingredient.
She said: “Pick your acid of choice. We recommend citric as it’s stronger than distilled vinegar and doesn’t smell. It’s widely available, too, so you should be able to buy it online or in a large supermarket.”
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The best way to clear out a showerhead is to use citric acid (Image: Getty)
Limescale is made up of minerals from water evaporating and can be tough to remove with normal cleaners, but the acetic acid in white vinegar or the citric acid in lemon juice can naturally dissolve them.
You can use either white vinegar or citric acid if you wish, but citric acid is more effective on limescale while also being safe to use on common shower materials like stainless steel.
Citric acid also has antifungal properties so it can also help break down mould spores as well as dirt or soap residue.
A crystallised version of citric acid can be found in the cleaning section of most supermarkets or hardware stores, as it costs £1.75 at , but it also available at
The water pressure should improve as soon as your showerhead has been cleaned (Image: Getty)
How to clean your showerhead properly with citric acid
All you need to do is dissolve two tablespoons of citric acid powder into a large bowl, then pour one litre of hot, but not boiling, water into the bowl as well. If your showerhead is detachable, simply unscrew it and place it in the bowl.
If your showerhead is not detachable, then you will need to use a plastic bag. Simply pour the citric acid and warm water into a ziplock bag or plastic bag, then attach it to your showerhead with an elastic band.
Leave the showerhead submerged in the cleaning solution for roughly an hour, then take it out of the water and dry it with a clean cloth.
Rinse it with water to wash away any of the citric acid, and your showerhead should be unclogged and completely clean.