Limescale on shower screens can be effectively removed using two common kitchen items: bicarbonate of soda and lemon juice. Household expert Charlie Gray shared this simple method in an online video, demonstrating how to achieve a gleaming finish without expensive cleaners.
The Problem with Limescale
Shower doors are notoriously difficult to clean because limescale, a stubborn residue of minerals left when hard water evaporates, builds up on soap and oils. These stains harden over time, creating smeared watermarks that resist scrubbing.
The Kitchen Solution
Charlie Gray explained: "My shower screen is absolutely filthy so I thought I'd share with you how I clean it. So one scouring sponge [and] some bicarb of soda, which are things you should all have in your kitchen."
He added: "Sprinkle some bicarb [on the sponge], and then this is the best bit. Squeeze some lemon juice [onto the bicarb] and watch that fizz. Love it!"
Why It Works
Limescale is composed of calcium carbonate, which requires an acid to break down. Lemon juice contains citric acid, which naturally dissolves limescale and removes cloudy marks. Bicarbonate of soda is mildly alkaline and helps lift greasy soap residue, making the combination effective.
How to Clean Your Shower Screen
Start by sprinkling bicarbonate of soda onto a scouring sponge, then add a squeeze of lemon juice. The mixture will fizz immediately. Scrub the screen in circular motions, covering all stains. For stubborn spots, apply more lemon juice directly. Rinse the sponge with warm water, wipe the glass again, and polish with a clean cloth.
The process takes about 10 to 15 minutes. Charlie said: "A little bit of bicarb of soda, a squeeze of lemon juice and a little bit of scrubbing and it will be gleaming. No more watermarks, no streaks, and I'm really pleased with how it is looking."
