Plumbing exposed aggressive influence. This is especially acute for the toilet. The appearance of plaque, orange stains, and unpleasant “odors” are problems that can be encountered if you do not wash your plumbing fixtures in a timely manner. Let's take a closer look at how to clean the toilet.
What causes urinary stones?
Such deposits are considered the most stable. Their appearance on the surface of sanitaryware indicates that the drain is not working or the owners forget to flush after themselves after toilet procedures. And water contains many minerals.
During operation, they interact with urinary stones, forming a durable, hard coating of gray-orange color. Since it is not possible to clean the toilet mechanically (there is a high risk of splitting the plumbing), acid-base solutions are used to wash it.
Why is plaque formation dangerous?
Appearance urinary stone in plumbing, over time it leads to a decrease in the drain hole, which threatens complete blockage. Removing such plaque will be a real problem, you will have to change the plumbing. This will cost much less than cleaning in several stages with different means.
You should know that if urinary stones form quickly enough, this means that the plumbing is outdated and its surface has become rough. Such sanitaryware is changed or washed more often.
Safety at work
Since it is possible to clean a toilet from urinary stones when working with acids and alkalis, protective equipment should be used. In some cases, you can get by with gloves, and when working with particularly harmful substances, respirators and goggles are used. This will prevent burns to the respiratory tract. Since it is possible to clean the toilet from urinary stone at home (photo attached) using folk methods, let’s start with them.
Baking soda
The powder is poured onto the contaminated areas for 12 hours (preferably overnight). This makes it possible to increase the efficiency of this method. In the morning you should clean it with a brush and then rinse with water. If the dirt is not completely gone, you need to repeat the procedure.
Typically, baking soda is used with other cleaning products such as vinegar and citric acid.
Vinegar
How to clean a toilet from urinary stones with vinegar? The most effective method is to use a solution of vinegar and baking soda. This method should be used at night, since in case of heavy soiling it will take 8 hours to achieve perfect cleanliness.
Take a glass of vinegar, heat it to 40 °C, add 2 teaspoons of baking soda, mix everything until completely dissolved. The resulting solution should be applied with a brush to problem areas. After 12 hours, rinse with warm water. The greatest effect can be achieved by first pumping out all the water from the sanitaryware and pouring more solution. Don't forget about the respiratory system and eyes.
Lemon acid
Many housewives have encountered this powder for cleaning scale.
And the question immediately arises of how to clean the toilet from urinary stone without boiling water? It’s simple, sprinkle generously on the soiled areas, lower the lid, and let stand for 2-4 hours, depending on the degree of contamination. Then wash off with hot water and, if necessary, clean with a brush.
For greater effect, pump out the water from the plumbing and carefully pour in boiling water. And 2-3 packets of citric acid are already added to it. Give time to react and wash off in the same way as the first option.
Imported soda
Such drinks contain large amounts of citric acid. For example, "Coca-Cola", "Fanta", "Sprite". Therefore, many housewives began to use them to clean earthenware, while at the same time showing their children how “healthy” soda is. So how to clean a toilet from urinary stones at home using this method? You will need 2 to 3 liters of soda. It should be poured overnight. In the morning, you will need to go over the contaminated areas with a brush and rinse with water.
Oxalic acid
Modern housewives have hardly heard of such a substance. In fact, this is one of the most effective ways. If you managed to purchase this, then feel free to use it. How to clean a toilet with this product?
To do this, you will need to use a damp cloth or sponge to apply the granules to the areas of contamination and leave for 1-2 hours, depending on the degree of neglect. Next you will need to rub it with a brush and rinse with water. This method is easy to restore the whiteness of your plumbing fixtures.
Hydrochloric, orthophosphoric acid
This method is not suitable for plumbing with plastic pipes of the drainage system, it will corrode. Since cleaning the toilet using this method will require the use of acid, you should use protective equipment: gloves, a respirator, goggles. A solution of 33% is used.
The liquid is applied to the areas of contamination. Reaction time - 15 minutes. After this, everything is thoroughly washed off with a brush and water. This method is very effective, but you should work with hydrochloric acid carefully. Phosphoric acid is used in the same way.
Battery electrolyte
Few people have heard that electrolyte can be used for household chores. For example, it is suitable for solving the question of how to clean a toilet from urinary stones. A folk remedy of this kind is quite effective. The electrolyte contains hydrochloric acid and distilled water. You can purchase it at any automobile store. The product is poured onto the contaminated areas. Afterwards you need to wait 10-15 minutes and rinse off the product with a brush and water.
Specialized means
The household chemicals market offers a wide range of finished products for plumbing.
These reagents contain different kinds acids and alkalis. Let's look at the most popular means:
- Powders. Abrasives. Such means are used for mechanical impact. Apply them with a brush or sponge. May contain chloride compounds. The most famous powders: "Pemolux", "Komet".
- Liquids. Such products are applied to areas of contamination, given time to react, and then washed off. For example, "Whiteness", "Sanox".
- Gels. These products are more effective due to their ductility. Unlike liquid, they flow more slowly along the walls of sanitaryware, which allows them to corrode plaque as much as possible. Gels are applied under the toilet rim. According to the instructions for use, time is given to react. Then, using a brush and water, they are washed off. The most famous: "Domestos", and others.
- Creams. Apply to areas of contamination; additional use of sponges with abrasive for rubbing and cleaning is possible. Time is given to react and it is washed off. One example is "Sif".
Why are ready-made products interesting? Their reaction time with plaque is 30 minutes. Therefore, their popularity is justified. But if the ready-made reagents have run out, and you urgently need to clean the plumbing, then folk remedies will come to the rescue.
Any method will be more effective if all water is removed from the toilet and the products are applied directly to the contamination.
Prevention of plaque formation
Since clearing a toilet from urinary stones at home is not an easy task, it is better to carry out preventive measures in a timely manner. Manufacturers of household chemicals offer a wide range of such products:
- Pills. Placed in the drain tank. Contaminants are quickly washed away, including under the rim. At the same time, they also serve as flavoring agents.
- Gel blocks. They are attached under the rim of sanitary ware. They also serve to prevent contamination and prevent the formation of bacteria.
You should also periodically wash the plumbing fixtures and ensure that the drain is in good working order. Leakage of water will cause plaque to form. And the lack of a flush will turn into a disaster for the cleanliness of the toilet.
There are rules in housekeeping that remain unchanged for many generations of housewives. A clean toilet is one of those things. However, maintaining the shine of plumbing fixtures is quite troublesome, even taking into account the huge number of cleaning products that are offered on the modern market for such products. It is especially difficult to get rid of urinary stone, which turns your toilet into a cluster of mineral growths with a disgusting odor and gray-orange stains on the surface of the sanitaryware. How to clean it at home?
Where does urinary stone come from in the toilet?
Essentially, this is a mineral deposit that forms on the walls of the toilet, under the rim and where water stagnates due to drops of urine falling on the surface. The growth of urinary stones occurs because
- after using the toilet, not everyone remembers to flush (this problem is especially relevant for families with small children - children often forget to flush after themselves);
- a leaking tank promotes the spread of mineral deposits;
- defective plumbing fixtures, for example, with an uneven, textured surface, provoke the accumulation of microbes, dirt and plaque;
- The toilet is too old and therefore susceptible to all kinds of damage.
Such a stone is not only an aesthetic problem. The fact is that if the growth is not dealt with, it can grow to the point that the opening of the toilet and sewer pipes narrows. That is why you need to start fighting the stone immediately.
How to clean urinary stone inside a toilet at home
There are several options for removing urine sediment from the toilet. First of all, this is a mechanical method: the stone is cleaned from the surface with a knife, a metal brush or sandpaper. However, this option is only suitable for old toilets, that is, “when there is nothing left to lose”: such treatment will certainly leave scratches, which will grow even stronger over time. So solutions remain for effective combat. These must be acid-base compounds. These can be found in professional cleaning product lines or you can make your own.
Preparatory stage
Regardless of the choice, the surface for cleaning must be prepared.
Instructions:
- We drain the water from the toilet and scoop out the rest. To do this, it is convenient to use a ladle with a long handle. This is a very important point, since any cleaning product will be much more effective if its action is not interfered with by water.
- We put on gloves - acid-base solutions are very aggressive to the skin.
Store products
Popular among consumers
- powders (abrasives) for cleaning - Pemolux, Comet;
- gels (they corrode the stone as much as possible due to the fact that they slowly flow down the walls) - Domestos, Toilet duck;
- creams (can be combined with powders) – Sif.
The top three in removing stone from the drain, from under the rim and from the bottom of the toilet were determined empirically.
Table: the most effective industrial products for removing urinary stones
Before applying the product, you must carefully study the instructions and follow them carefully (especially regarding the duration of action!), Otherwise, you can damage the coating of the toilet bowl and the integrity of the pipes. And one more important nuance: after one cleaning, it is unlikely that you will be able to get rid of urinary stones. So the procedure will have to be repeated several times, depending on the degree of neglect of the contamination, and then carry out regular preventative cleaning. By the way, the latter is relevant for any option for removing growth.
This is interesting. It is better to entrust the care of the enamel of colored toilet bowls to industrial products. Some manufacturers even add instructions for use for cleaning colored plumbing fixtures. But home cleaning methods can give unpredictable results, since it is very important chemical composition enamel, which was used in the manufacture of such a designer toilet model.
Available means
When it comes to cleaning the toilet, improvised means can be called radical, since they are very effective, but require even more careful handling. So thick rubber gloves, a respirator (if possible) and a brush (just not a metal one!) will be relevant. This is what the current rating of the most effective and fastest stone removal methods looks like.
First place - battery electrolyte
Please note that this method only applies if the system has metal pipes, since the plastic can be greatly damaged by such cleaning.
Instructions:
- After carrying out the preparatory procedures, pour a little electrolyte onto the problem area.
- Leave for 1.5–2 hours.
- We clean off the plaque with a brush and wash it off.
This is interesting. An alternative to the electrolyte is hydrochloric or phosphoric acid. For treatment, a 33% solution is used, the action time is 15 minutes. But plastic pipes acid will corrode.
Second place - bleach
This cleaning option has one undeniable advantage - after the procedure for removing growths, the surface of the toilet bowl will be dazzling with its whiteness.
Instructions:
- Pour a packet of bleach into the toilet.
- Leave the product overnight.
- We clean off the remaining growth with a brush and wash it off.
Please note that bleach also neutralizes harmful bacteria. An alternative to bagged bleach is Belizna. Usually a standard bottle is needed for one cleaning.
The disadvantages of this method include the duration of exposure, as well as some inconvenience: pouring bleach under the rim of the toilet bowl is very problematic, so what remains is “Whiteness”.
Third place - oxalic acid
White powder, which can be purchased at hardware stores, works well on old and difficult to remove urinary stone stains.
Instructions:
- Pour the acid into the drain (or use a cloth to “fix” the powder under the rim).
- Leave for 1–2 hours.
- We wash off, cleaning off the residue with a brush.
Vinegar, soda and iodine
This composition is easy to apply under the headband due to its consistency.
Instructions:
- Warm up 1 tbsp a little. 9% vinegar.
- Add 1 tbsp. l. baking soda and 1 tsp. Yoda.
- Mix and pour into the toilet.
- Leave it overnight.
- Clean the surface with a brush and rinse off.
This is interesting. You can only use soda: it will not be able to completely get rid of the stone, but it will perfectly prepare the toilet for further “war”.
Antikalk
A product in powder form for removing scale, limescale, and urinary stone deposits; sold in hardware stores. The application is the same as for bleach. Works well on growths that are not too old.
Lemon acid
This is a good option to remove small growths; for old ones, citric acid will be ineffective. But this way you can only remove the stone in the drain, but to clean the walls and rim you will have to choose something else.
Instructions:
- Add 3-4 packets of lemon juice.
- Leave for 4–5 hours.
- Use a brush to remove deposits and wash off.
Coca-Cola and Sprite against urinary stones
The effect of carbonated drinks such as Cola, Sprite or Fanta is based on the large amount of citric acid they contain. Pour 2-3 bottles of the drink into the toilet, leave for 2-3 hours, clean off the deposits and flush.
This is interesting. As with citric acid, drinks will only affect small deposits. Many cat owners use Cola to remove stone from the walls of their pet's litter box, as other means have a negative effect on the animal's sense of smell. Although experienced cat owners recommend a more drastic way to deal with deposits - replacing the tray.
Video: how to remove a urinary stone using Pepsi
Prevention
To avoid the need to look for means to combat old deposits, it makes sense to take care of weekly prevention.
This is interesting. The rough surface of sanitaryware is prone to urinary stone growths, while on glossy walls there are no such problems with regular cleaning.
To reduce the chances of deposits forming in the toilet bowl, you can use
- tablets that are placed in the drain tank fight against growths under the rim;
- gel blocks, which are fixed under the rim, prevent the growth of stone in the drain.
In addition, it is worth remembering the weekly cleaning of the “white friend”, as well as the need to maintain the drain in working condition, that is, to prevent leakage in a timely manner. And, of course, you should not clean the plumbing with metal brushes or pour hot food into the toilet - all this provokes the formation of microcracks, from which it is very difficult to completely remove urinary stones. Another important preventive measure is the absence of stagnation of urine, that is, it is necessary to flush it after each trip to the toilet.
You can clear your “white friend” of urinary stones at home. However, it is necessary to take into account that you should not recklessly pour acid and alkali into the toilet if the pipes in the house are plastic. In this case, it is better to use more gentle cleaning methods: soda, anti-calcium, etc., or use professional plumbing care products.
We spend quite a lot of our time in the bathroom, and it already turns out that way :) Therefore, everything there should be beautiful, clean and comfortable. But here’s the problem: urinary stones often form on the walls of the toilet, which need to be removed. Otherwise, there can be no talk of cleanliness and comfort. The blog “Tips from an Experienced Plumber” offers time-tested and practice-tested methods on how to remove urinary stones from a toilet. Moreover, advice using what can be found in every home. So..
When does a urinary stone appear and how to remove it?
Most often, deposits on the walls of the toilet are found in crowded apartments, where there is one bathroom for several people. An ugly and foul-smelling coating on the walls of the toilet does not appear immediately, but growths are sure to form. Unless, of course, you take preventive measures :)
Therefore, removing a urinary stone will take a minimum of time if you pour half a glass of “Belizna” (a household bleach solution for bleaching clothes and disinfection) into it once a week for 1-2 hours. Don't forget to close the toilet lid - the smell of bleach spreads quickly. Then all that remains is to drain the water after an hour or two, carefully remove the deposits with a wooden stick and forget about this unpleasant procedure for a week or two.
But if you got a neglected plumbing fixture or the owner was absent from the house for a long time and no one looked after the toilet, then more drastic measures are needed.
How to clean a toilet from urinary stones
Do not try to scrape with an iron mesh or a brush: the process is long, the metal leaves traces on the sanitary ware, and it will not be possible to completely get rid of the build-up.
You can dissolve urinary stones that have built up over a long period of time in several simple ways:
- The most effective one has already been described - pour bleach. To improve the effect, repeat the procedure until the urinary stone is completely removed. A small note: if the housewife is in an “interesting situation,” then the bleach method cannot be used.
- Pour ½ pack of baking soda ash overnight. It is washed off in the morning in several steps, but it works well. Provided that no one used the “night vase” during the entire procedure.
- Pour a bottle of Coca-Cola or Sprite (1.5 l) into the toilet at night. The citric acid and carbon dioxide contained in these drinks “eat up” unsightly growths on the walls of the toilet. How it works - see the video at the end of the article.
Note: councils meet clean the toilet from urinary stone using very exotic methods- pour in heated vinegar (think about what will happen to the enamel after scalding) or electrolyte from under the battery (the plastic corrugation to the toilet will not hold up, and the sewer riser will be in danger of leaking), add oxalic acid (destroys the enamel) and other methods. Don't take risks. A toilet is an expensive device, and replacing it requires financial costs. Just try one of the above methods. It will definitely work, checked :)
And another little tip: if your toilet brush cup closes tightly, pour a little bleach (“White”) into it. This will ensure the cleanliness of the cup itself, the brush and will disinfect the toilet every time you use this brush.
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Good conscientious owners always have plumbing that is sparkling clean. However, sometimes, after long-term use and rare preventative cleaning, limescale and urinary stones begin to form under the rim and on the walls of the toilet. This problem is not the most pleasant, but it can be solved. Let's look at how to deal with pollution and what to do if you “inherited” a toilet with stone from your old homeowners.
We are looking for the reason for the appearance
To skillfully solve a problem, it is worth familiarizing yourself with its root causes. What's happened limescale? These are deposits of minerals contained in the water you use to flush the toilet. These minerals are present in both river water and well water. Thus, the more often the water is flushed, the more the existing problem worsens.
You might be interested in knowing why
You can not only remove it yourself old plaque, but also prevent its occurrence. In particularly advanced cases, plaque can cause clogging of the hole (or holes) from which water is supplied to clean the interior of the toilet. TO , You can read in our article.
Urine stone However, this is a phenomenon that indicates the laziness of the owners, who forget to flush the toilet after themselves after relieving themselves. Drops of urine dry on the walls and lead to the appearance of very unsightly stains, and subsequently to the appearance of urinary stones. It is possible to clean them, but it is much better to prevent them by promptly carrying out sanitary cleaning and cleaning of plumbing fixtures.
Plaque forms much faster on the rough surface of plumbing fixtures. Therefore, sometimes it makes sense to purchase new porcelain sanitary ware.
How to clean a toilet from stone using traditional methods
If your toilet is so “overgrown” that a brush no longer helps, and you and your guests simply find it unpleasant to use the toilet due to disgust, it’s worth arming yourself with the knowledge accumulated by many previous generations. at home?
Traditional methods can be used in private homes with local sewer system(septic tank) and plastic pipelines.
Attention! As part of safety precautions, you should protect your respiratory system and the skin of your hands from contact with cleaning substances and their vapors. Use rubber gloves and a respirator. Protect your eyes from accidental splashes.
Powerful chemistry to combat mineral deposits
Attention! Before using this or that product, you must read the factory instructions for use, which indicate the amount of the drug for one-time use and the duration of action. It is necessary to protect the organs of vision, breathing and skin of the hands from accidental contact with acids and alkalis. Most products are not suitable for cleaning toilets in houses with plastic pipelines and local treatment plants (septic tanks).
Liquid acids and alkalis
- . This acid can be used to clean not only the stone from the toilet, but also the internal parts. cistern from emerging corrosion. To use, pour about 100 g of acid solution into the tank and toilet, rinse with water after 10-15 minutes and clean the surfaces with a brush (brush). The acid is not expensive and does not affect enamel, rubber and plastic. Use with rubber gloves on your hands.
- - This is a very strong toilet cleaner, but requires extreme caution when using (take care of your hands and do not inhale the fumes). It is enough to wipe the walls and pour about one glass of acid into the toilet to quickly get rid of dirt. Action time: 15 minutes. After application, you must close the toilet lid. Not suitable for use in toilets connected to plastic pipes.
- . It is usually used by car owners, but this super powerful mixture of sulfuric acid and distilled water can rid your toilet of even heavy limescale. The method of application and safety precautions are similar to hydrochloric acid. Not suitable for frequent use.
- Chlorine. Many cleaning products are produced based on chlorine, including the domestic “Belizna” and the imported “Domestos”. However, chlorine-containing preparations are extremely harmful to health, therefore, despite their effectiveness, their use is not recommended. Method of application: apply to the surface, after 30-60 minutes (with a brush and rinse everything with water. Some “experts” pour “Whiteness” into the toilet cistern.
This is also effective, but quite dangerous (including for the health of the female reproductive system).
Popular cleaning products. In stores you can find a variety of liquid (creams, gels, solutions) products created specifically to combat old lime deposits and urinary stones. Such preparations are applied for 30-60 minutes under the rim of the toilet bowl, after which the surface is cleaned with a brush. If necessary, the procedure is repeated several times. Products of popular brands: Cillit and “Toilet duckling”(preparations based on hydrochloric acid).
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Abrasive powders
All commercially available abrasive cleaners do a good job of solving the problem of cleaning the toilet. However, tiny granules often leave micro scratches on the surface of sanitaryware, as a result of which limescale will reappear after a short period of time.
If there is no alternative to using abrasives, then they are used as follows: water is pumped out of the toilet bowl, after which a layer of powder is added. Then you can leave the product to work or immediately begin cleaning with a brush/brush/hard sponge. It is necessary to rub until the plaque completely disappears. The procedure is quite unpleasant and tedious.
Tablets for the tank are not only a means of removing plaque, but are also excellent for preventing urinary stones. In addition, tank products have a pleasant aroma, disinfect and disinfect the surface of plumbing fixtures, and extend their service life. All you need to do is purchase a package of the product you like and put 1 tablet inside the tank. As soon as the tablet begins to dissolve, the water will turn a different color. The disappearance of the coloring pigment in the water will indicate the need to add a new tablet to the tank.
In addition to preventive cleaning and emergency methods of dealing with stones in the toilet, it is recommended to adjust the water supply in the tank. After all, excess water for flushing is not only financially unprofitable, but is also one of the root causes of the appearance of lime deposits. The easiest way to reduce the volume of a tank is to place 1-2 plastic bottles of water in it. This will reduce consumption by 2-3 liters each time you use it. And if you purchase new plumbing fixtures, choose a tank with a double button and a water-saving mode.
Video - How to clean a toilet from stone
Whether you moved into an apartment where the previous owners were slobs, or rented a room in a dorm, this piquant problem will be relevant to you.
So - how to clean a toilet from urinary stone?
Reasons for appearance
Before deciding how to remove urinary stone from the toilet, let's analyze the reasons for its appearance.
Contrary to its name, the stone is not traces of a visit to the toilet dried on the walls. Or rather, it consists not only of them.
First of all, these are lime deposits, which are inevitable where water is taken from artesian wells or from river water intakes. That is, in essence, everywhere. Dried, excuse me, urine serves only as a piquant seasoning for lime.
So why does a urinary stone begin to grow?
Why do we have to look for something to clean the toilet from stone?
- A fixed volume of water contains a very specific amount of dissolved minerals. The more water passes through the toilet, the more limescale settles on its walls.
Moreover, most of the water often flows through the toilet not during inevitable visits, but due to an unregulated tank. The water flows in it, and the contents of the toilet are constantly updated. - A porous or rough surface of the toilet accelerates the formation of deposits. The less unevenness there is, the less dirt collects on the surface.
This applies to rust, limescale, and urinary stones.
Please note: glazed sanitaryware toilets have a smoother surface and require cleaning less often.
The ideal option is porcelain, it is even smoother. But this is a slightly different price category.
Methods for preventing stone deposits
Are there any preventive measures? How to prevent the formation of plaque with an unpleasant odor?
What can I do to avoid searching for something to dissolve thick deposits?
- Eliminate. Often simply adjusting the float is enough to keep the toilet from overflowing. Less often, it may be necessary to repair the fittings or even its complete replacement.
- Buy tablets for the cistern. They prevent the formation of deposits and, albeit slowly, help dissolve existing ones. In addition, they give the water a pleasant color and smell.
- Remember to clean the toilet at least once a week. It’s easy to apply any cleanser and rinse off after half an hour.
Looking for how to remove stone from a toilet if it has been accumulating for years is tedious. No product will remove a centimeter-thick stone in five minutes.
Getting rid of existing deposits
Let's go to the store
How to remove urinary stone in the toilet if it has already grown over several years of use?
What can modern household chemicals offer us?
- Abrasive cleaning powders. For example, “Pemolux”. The principle is clear: put on gloves, scoop up all the water from the toilet, pour in the product and rub with a rag until a snow-white surface appears from under the layer of dirt.
Extremely tiring; unpleasant; In addition, the inner surface of the toilet will become rough after cleaning. The abrasive will leave micro-scratches on the glaze or surface of the earthenware. If so, it will begin to collect pollution faster. - Alkaline Cleaners. From imported ones - “Domestos”, from domestic ones - “Belizna”. As a rule, the base of the product is a solution of sodium hydroxide.
It dissolves the urinary stone, after which the remaining deposits are washed off with a brush and water.
How to clean a toilet from stone using alkali? Again, scoop out the water and apply it to the dirt. After half an hour, rinse off and repeat several times if necessary. “Whiteness,” however, can simply be poured in instead of water - its cost is ridiculously low.
Advice: if the tank leaks even a little, before cleaning, turn off the water to the tank, rinse and let the remaining water drain.
Otherwise, the alkali will quickly be washed away without having time to dissolve at least part of the deposits.
- Acidic Cleaners. For example, “Sillit”. The principle of operation of these is the same as that of alkalis, and is applied in exactly the same way.
However, acids are noticeably more effective at dissolving stone and other deposits.
Folk remedies
Something tells us that grandmothers and mothers had to deal with this long before imported household chemicals appeared in stores. How to clean a toilet from urinary stone if the store with cleaning products is far away?
Let's think: what acts on urinary stones in the most effective drugs? Acid, right?
Once we understand this, we just need to find a sufficiently concentrated solution of any acid in any accessible place.
- Dry oxalic acid is used in the chemical industry for etching surfaces before applying enamels.
If you have some of this white substance, you will need it.
How to remove urinary stones from a toilet using dry oxalic acid? Either apply it to a damp cloth and wipe away dirt, or dissolve a fair amount directly into the toilet bowl.
After use, rinse it off and clean the surface with a brush. Don't forget the gloves.
If you sell it, you can buy it. This package will last for several years - Battery electrolyte is also an acid. Apply and rinse after 15 minutes, repeat if necessary.
- In almost any refrigerator you will find vinegar essence or sachets of citric acid. In this case, of course, the toilet will have to be drained. Don't forget about the strong smell of vinegar and don't inhale its fumes.
- Another folk recipe has been born recently. A bottle of another Coca-Cola or Sprite is simply poured into the toilet.
The citric acid in them eats away deposits quite quickly. Which, by the way, makes you wonder whether it’s worth drinking these drinks without worrying about your teeth.
Conclusion
As you can see, there are a lot of ways, and you will find some means to combat the stone at home. Have fun cleaning!