Why pour vinegar into the toilet tank: a useful life hack for plumbing

We are all familiar with the problem of limescale and rust in the toilet tank. Not only is it unsightly, but it can also lead to unpleasant odors and drainage problems.

Luckily, there is an easy and economical way to clean your toilet tank from the inside with plain vinegar! Repeat this procedure once a month to keep your toilet tank clean and fresh. The cleanliness and freshness of your toilet is a guarantee of health and comfort for the whole family, Hlavred writes.

Here's what you'll need:

• Cleaning gloves
• A long-handled cleaning brush
• A sponge
• Bottle of white vinegar

Instructions:

1. Empty the water from the toilet bowl and turn off the faucet so that no more water is coming in.
2. Pour half a bottle of white vinegar into a spray bottle.
3. Spray the vinegar on the walls of the toilet tank and inside the bowl.
4. Leave the product on for 1-2 hours.
5. Brush the walls of the toilet bowl and cistern with a brush to remove any accumulated dirt.
6. Turn on the tap to allow water to fill the cistern again.

This simple method will help you:

• Remove limescale and rust
• Get rid of unpleasant odors
• Disinfect the toilet cistern

Remember:

• You can use vinegar not only to clean the cistern but also to clean the toilet bowl.
• To enhance the effect, you can add a little baking soda to the vinegar.
• Do not use chemicals to clean the cistern as they can damage it.

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