Bathroom taps can rapidly lose their shine, especially in hard-water areas where limescale appears to form almost instantly. The stubborn white deposits can make even an otherwise spotless bathroom look messy, and numerous different products have been tried over the years to eliminate them.
From white vinegar to commercial cleaning solutions, nothing performs quite as effectively as the one product now consistently turned to. Standard bathroom sprays often fail to penetrate stubborn buildup, while Viakal is specially formulated to tackle limescale, soap scum, and water marks.
How the product works
The product was bought from Home Bargains. It is sprayed onto the affected areas of the tap, left to work as directed, and then wiped away with a damp cloth. For more stubborn deposits, the product instructions indicate it can be left for up to three minutes before rinsing.
The transformation is especially noticeable around the tap base and under the spout, where limescale can build up and be surprisingly difficult to remove. Rather than spending considerable time scrubbing, Viakal loosens the chalky residue so it can be removed much more readily. It also leaves the taps looking noticeably more polished once they have been rinsed and dried.
Additional uses and precautions
The product was also applied to clean the grout in the shower, where it performed exceptionally well at brightening and removing stubborn stains. What makes it stand out is that it does not simply tackle existing marks; it features anti-droplet technology designed to slow the buildup of water marks and limescale.
It is not the most budget-friendly cleaning product, retailing at around £2.75 at Home Bargains, though a single bottle tends to go a long way. It can also be used on the shower head and proves particularly effective at breaking down limescale, which builds quickly. It is a fairly potent product, so wearing gloves and ensuring the area is well-ventilated are essential. It is equally important to avoid combining it with any other cleaning products.
