Articles for tag: Hard Water, Shower Head

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Shower Head Cleaning Made Simple

There are two rooms in my house that I consider most important to keep clean, the kitchen and the bathroom. While most often I’m able to clean these two rooms with little effort, there are days when extra steps are needed to make the rooms sparkling clean. One item that is often over looked is ...

Product Review: The Works Tub and Shower Cleaner

Do you have hard water or well water? If so, then you need The Works Tub And Shower Cleaner. While many tub and shower products might remove soap scum The Works also removes rust and hard water stains without breaking your back or your budget. I first purchased The Works many years ago because I ...

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How to Remove Hard Water Stains from Concrete

Almost everyone takes their houseplants outside late in the spring or early summer. They are left outdoors until the weather turns cold. Their bottom saucers are removed to allow the water to drain away to keep down mosquito population from hatching. You spray or hose the plants off to remove dust, dirt and pests. Unless ...

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How to Remove Calcium Deposits

Calcium comes in number five in the list of most abundant minerals. Calcium has one unique quality. It mixes so readily with oxygen and water, that it is rarely found by itself. A fact that can cause problems for homeowners and commercial establishments, any place with a water faucet. On its way to your home, ...

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Tips for Removing Hard Water Build Up

Water, lime, and calcium deposits in your sinks, tubs, shower curtains, doors, stalls, tile, faucets, and other areas are a chore that leaves a person in despair. Many people over the years have tried to remove the corrosive build up to no avail. The water deposits found on many items like I just mentioned happen ...

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Product Review: Cascade Action Pacs

Having hard water, it was very difficult to find a good automatic dishwasher detergent. How do Cascade Action Pacs measure up? — AS PUBLISHED AT FACTOIDZ.COM When I moved last July into my new home, almost 100 miles away from where I was living, we discovered that we have hard water. It’s not that big ...

Tips for Choosing a Home Water Softener Appliance

A home water softener unit will help you save money by protecting your appliances and plumbing from calcium scale buildup. Savings will be noticeable in the amounts of soap for clothes and bathing that is needed. Choosing the right kind and size can be daunting. The purpose of a water softener unit is to counteract ...

Testing for Hard Water and Water Contaminants

You might be asking yourself the question, “How do I know if I have residential hard water?” You might also be wondering, “How do I test for contaminants in my residential water system?” Hard Water Test: It’s fairly easy to gauge whether or not you have hard water at your residence, hard water being an ...

How to Clean a Dishwasher

Regularly cleaning your dishwasher can help prevent stains and mold in the appliance. Plan on cleaning your dishwasher once a month along with other monthly tasks in your kitchen, like cleaning your refrigerator, to keep your appliance in good working order. Before beginning to clean your dishwasher, check your water temperature. Lower than recommended water ...

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Facts About the Importance of the PH Level in Drinking Water

Water acidity is governed by what is referred to as pH. pH stands for “potential hydrogen.” When it comes to pH and water, the maxim seems to dictate to keep the levels as balanced as possible. When water has a low pH, it is often referred to as “soft water.” Soft water is more acidic, ...