How to Clean Your Showerhead with Vinegar (And Why It’s Genius)
Tired of a sad dribble instead of a proper shower? Your showerhead is probably clogged with limescale—and the solution is in your kitchen cupboard. Here’s how vinegar (and a Composty sponge) can work wonders.
Why Your Shower Might Be Struggling
If your once-glorious shower now feels like a misty drizzle, it’s not your plumbing—it’s likely your showerhead. Over time, limescale and mineral deposits from hard water clog the tiny nozzles, restricting water flow and affecting pressure. It’s not just annoying, it can be downright wasteful as you spend longer trying to rinse off.
Enter Vinegar: The Mum’s Miracle Cleaning Hack
White vinegar is a natural descaler. It’s acidic enough to dissolve limescale but gentle enough to avoid damaging fixtures. It’s cheap, eco-friendly, and you probably already have it in the cupboard next to the baking soda.
What You’ll Need
- White vinegar
- A sandwich bag or small plastic bag
- Elastic band or hair tie
- A Composty sponge (of course!)
- An old toothbrush (optional)
Step-by-Step: How to Clean Your Showerhead with Vinegar
- Pour enough white vinegar into a reusable sandwich bag to fully cover the showerhead.
- Secure the bag around the showerhead using an elastic band, or some cotton to be more eco. Make sure the nozzles are submerged.
- Let it soak for at least 1 hour (overnight for heavy build-up).
- Remove the bag carefully and discard the vinegar responsibly.
- Use a Composty sponge to wipe away loosened gunk and a toothbrush to clean between nozzles.
- Run hot water for 2–3 minutes to flush out any residue.
Why We Love This Hack
This tip is low-effort, low-cost, and highly satisfying. It saves you from harsh chemical sprays that can irritate skin or damage chrome. Plus, your kids can shower without being hit by a rogue jet or a sad trickle. The shower becomes that spa-like moment of peace again—especially when you’ve only got 4 minutes of alone time before someone yells “Mum!”
Better With Composty
Your sponge matters. Using a Composty sponge ensures you’re not adding microplastics to your home. Our sponges are soft enough not to scratch, tough enough to tackle scale, and compostable when they’ve done their job. That’s better for your bathroom, your family, and the planet.
Final Thoughts
One sponge. One bag. One bottle of vinegar. That’s all it takes to feel like you’ve got your life together (even just for today). Simple steps, better choices—Composty is here to help make clean living easier.