How you remove lime from showers depends on the material of which the shower is made.
"Hard" water that contains a considerable amount of dissolved mineral can leave a deposit called lime scale, or calcium carbonate, on faucets and fixtures. To remove lime scale, which typically is composed of calcium and magnesium, you can either dissolve it by use of some form of mild acid; or scrape it off. The method you choose depends on the surface on which the scale is found. Soft surfaces like Fiberglas should be cleaned with mild acids. Harder surfaces can be scraped with a pumice stone.
Instructions
1. Remove lime from sink fixtures using vinegar or lemon. According to Michigan State University Extension, rub either vinegar or lemon into the stain to dissolve the stain. Rinse well and do not leave on the surface too long, as acids can damage porcelain or enamel.
2. Remove lime deposits in a tea kettle or coffee pot by adding one part vinegar to four parts water. Boil the mixture in the pot a few minutes. Rinse the kettle while it is still warm.
3. Remove lime from Fiberglas by using a commercial product that is safe for the surface. According to the Michigan State University Extension, products that contain phosphoric acids, such as Lime-A-Way, typically are safe for Fiberglas. Wear gloves and follow manufacturer's instructions when using these products.
4. Remove lime stains from the toilet bowls with orange citrus cleaner, white vinegar or a pumice stone. Because removing lime is easiest to do when the water is out of the toilet, turn off the water and flush until the bowl is empty. Soak heavy-duty paper towels in either the citrus cleaner or the vinegar and then line the bowl with the towels. As the towels dry out, continue to add more cleaner or vinegar. As the stains begin to dissolve, attack them with a stiff toilet brush. Stubborn lime stains can be cleaned with a pumice stone. Turn the water on again, wet the pumice stone and keep it wet as you work, gently rubbing the stone across the stains. Be careful not to push so hard that the stone scratches the bowl.
5. Clean lime and other mineral deposits from chrome fixtures by using lemon and salt. Cut a lemon in half and dip the cut side into salt. Then rub the salted lemon over faucets, drain plugs or any chrome with stubborn stains.
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