Showerheads need to be cleaned otherwise limescale and bacteria can build up in the nozzle (Image: Getty)
Many people do not think to clean their showerheads but this neglected chore needs to be done otherwise it can lead to limescale clogging up the nozzle.
Over time the minerals from evaporating water can build up in the which can slow down water pressure and even make the water dirty.
No one wants to step into a filthy shower which is why it is important to showerheads at least every three months to prevent and other germs becoming an issue.
It is very easy to a showerhead as it only takes 15 minutes to do, but be careful about the product you use as most cleaning agents such as can damage the coating around the shower.
Instead, Lei Hang, an expert and founder of has shared that the best product to clean showerheads is a natural solution that comes from lemons, oranges and limes.
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Citric acid is gentle and will not harm your shower while still being able to clean it (Image: Getty)
Citric acid is commonly used in cooking but a concentrated version of it can be found in the household aisle in most supermarkets or hardware stores as it is also a highly effective cleaner.
It can break down the minerals in limescale easily while being much more gentle on the meral and rubber around showerheads.
Lei said: “While this powder is natural, studies found the powder to be a powerful disinfectant against a variety of bacteria and viruses.
“By making your own DIY cleaners using citric acid, you’ll save a lot of money and save a lot of space under the sink cupboard and bathrooms.”
How to use citric acid to clean a showerhead
To clean a showerhead all you need to do is carefully detach the nozzle from the pipe if possible, then soak it in a citric acid solution.
Lei said: “To clean and unblock the holes, dissolve one teaspoon of citric acid in a bowl of water.
After 15 minutes your showerhead should be sparkling clean and limescale free (Image: Getty)
“Then detach the shower head and place it into the solution, making sure the shower head is fully submerged into the solution.”
Leave the showerhead to soak for 15 minutes, or longer if it has not been cleaned for a long time.
Once the time is up, use a soft scrubbing brush or old toothbrush to gently scrub the showerhead and the limescale should come away easily.
Rinse the showerhead in clean hot water then reattach it to the pipe, and the water will be clean and flowing smoothly.
If you have a showerhead that cannot be removed from the main shower then simply mix citric acid and water in an empty spray bottle and give it a clean that way.