Rust Stain in Toilet

Rust stain in the toilet is not a common problem nowadays. Orange rust stains on toilet bowls are not the most attractive, especially if you plan to have guests over. Without proper care and maintenance and instructions, rust stains can build up on your toilet over time. Preventing stains requires cleaning on a regular basis by using the right products. Most products will not effectively remove rust stains, and some may even cause them to become permanent. Thus, it is important to know what causes rust stains and how to clean them properly.

Causes of Rust Stain

Rust appears on metal surfaces when iron and oxygen react with moisture to form iron oxide. But rust stains found near sink and tub drains and toilet bowls are caused by water containing iron particles, iron bacteria, or iron in plumbing pipes, rusty water heaters, or toilet tanks. There are untreated metal components.

Stains often appear in homes located in hard water areas that use well water. A combination of iron bacteria and minerals in the water can cause rust particles to stick to the porcelain or enamel surfaces of bathroom fixtures. Unfortunately, stains will reappear after cleaning unless the water is filtered or treated with a water-softening system.

How often you should clean your Toilet from Rust Stains:

Using Vinegar to clean the toilet tank: Vinegar can work effectively on rust stains because of its acidity. When combined with baking soda, the result is a powerful stain remover. So it can be considered a good way of cleaning.

Procedure:

• Flush the toilet to the wet bowl
• Add two cups of vinegar, making sure the vinegar is well spread and mostly where the stain is
• Take baking soda and spread it over the vinegar in the toilet bowl. Pour into the entire cup.
• Slowly pour in the last cup of vinegar, as you do this the vinegar will react with the baking soda, releasing fumes.
• Take a toilet brush and scrub the stain, spreading the solution all over the toilet bowl.
• Once done, leave the mixture to set well and work on the stains for about half an hour.
• After the half-hour mark, use a toilet brush to aggressively clean the toilet bowl until all rust stains are completely removed.
• Flush the toilet or pour a bucket of cold water to flush and drain the solution

Use Commercial Rust Removers: There are a number of commercial rust removers like Evapo, Whink, and WD-40. Some removers are harsher in quality than others so take your time to read the label carefully and the instruction provided by the company.

Lemon and Salt: You can use fresh lemon juice. Take the juice and mix it with salt to make a paste and then apply the wet paste on the spots. Not only is this solution perfect for flat surfaces, but it’s also useful in toilet bowls, but it can be a bit tricky to apply.

After applying the paste, let the solution sit for a few hours or overnight if possible. After that, use a toothbrush or microfiber cloth to clean, and finally, wash out with clean water.

Baking Soda: it is also a great source for removing rust stains from toilets, tubs, and sinks. Its easy availability and effectiveness also make it a popular cleaning solution. All you have to do is prepare a thick paste using baking soda and water and then apply it to the affected area. Leave the dough to settle overnight and then use a toothbrush. Finally, wash out with clean water.

What Equipment you will need for removing Rust Stain

• Scrub Brush
• Old toothbrush
• Toilet Bowl Brush
• Spray Bottle
• Microfiber Cloth

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