How to Prevent Mineral Buildup in Hard Water Basin Faucets

A common complaint for homeowners is mineral buildup in their faucets. It can slow down your water or even clog it up entirely. But don't worry. There are ways to prevent this buildup and keep your faucets in good working order. MINUOTE is here to be your guide in caring for your faucet and making sure it remains in great condition.

What is Hard Water?

First, let me tell you what hard water is, and how it can be the bane of your faucet. Hard water is water that has a high mineral content, including calcium and magnesium. Over time, these minerals can clog up your faucet when there is hard water running through it. This produces a white, crusty material that can clog up your faucet and impede water flow.

Regular Cleaning for Your Faucet

To prevent mineral buildup in your faucet, it’s key to clean it regularly. A combination of vinegar and water can cut through mineral deposit buildups. Just dip a cloth in the vinegar solution and use it to rub down the places on your faucet that are looking a tad too mineral-y. Make sure to rinse the basin faucet with some water when you’re done to remove any residual vinegar.

How to put in a softener

If you have hard water in your home, you may want to consider investing in a water softening system. This feature remove minerals from water before it reaches your tap, so that buildup becomes a non-issue. Water softening systems are also easy to install and can contribute to a longer life for your basin faucet.

Using Natural Remedies

If you try to keep it natural when you clean, you do have some choices for getting mineral deposits off your faucet. One good alternative is lemon juice and baking soda. Simply combine the two to create a paste, apply that paste to the dirty parts of your basin faucet. Allow to rest for a few minutes, then rinse with water. This natural trick can be used to loosen mineral deposits and have them whizzing down the drain in matter of seconds.

How to Keep Your Faucet Clean

In addition to cleaning regularly and using natural remedies for removing hard water stains, here are a couple of tips to keep your faucet free of mineral deposits. An important tip is to dry off your faucet after you use it. This eliminates water droplets that may contain minerals. Or you can buy a faucet aerator, which limits the water flow out of your faucet, decreasing the chance of buildup. Finally, consider scheduling regular check-ins with a plumber to ensure your faucet is in its best working order.