REMOVING RUST STAINS FROM YOUR SINKS, TUBS, AND TOILETS The unsightly brown patches on your tub and your sinks are probably rust, and it’s caused by a number of different things. Often, rust is a result of water carried through older, rusty galvanized pipes. If you have hard water, rust can be caused by the residue of iron and minerals left behind on the surface. Ultimately, though, it really doesn’t matter much how the rust got there; what does matter is that it looks bad and should be cleaned up. This can be unpleasant, but don’t worry as our plumbing service at Mr. Rooter Plumbing can solve your issues. Here are a few ways to remove rust from your tub and sinks: Use a Rust Remover:- This one is probably pretty obvious, and if you’ve spent any time in your supermarket’s or hardware store’s cleaner aisle, you know that there are several different products on the market that claim to remove rust on contact. These products can even cause burns on your skin if they’re not handled properly. Plus, many people are looking for a more eco-friendly way to clean their sinks and tubs.
Chemical Cleaning Products:- If your stains are really too much of a match for the environmentally friendly techniques above, then your last resort would be to use a chemical cleaner. However, bleach and general household cleaners won’t do the job, you’ll have to buy something specific for this purpose. A good idea is to get a cleaning product that contains hydrochloric acid and that is safe to use on tiles and porcelain. Change the Pipes:- If you’ve tried water filtration and other water treatments with no success, it may be time to reach out to a trusted Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Ohio Valley company about upgrading your plumbing. At the end of the day, you can clean constantly, treat the water and install filters, but nothing will keep the rust away if your iron pipes are breaking down.
Use Baking Soda and Vinegar:- For tougher rust stains, make a paste of two other pantry staples: three parts baking soda and one part vinegar. Apply it to the rusty surface with a scrub sponge, and let it sit for an hour. When you rinse it off, the rust should be gone, though, for more severe stains, you may need to repeat the process. Rust stains are unpleasant all on their own, but they’re often only one symptom of a larger issue. If you’re seeing rust stains in your bathtub, sink and toilet, you’re probably also experiencing foul odors and unpleasant tasting water. Don’t wait until it’s intolerable — contact the best plumber Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Ohio Valley has to offer. Address: 1900 Pennsylvania Ave, Suite B, Weirton, WV 26062 Phone: 304-924-2200
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