When using your shower, the shower head frequently comes into contact with hard water, meaning the build-up of limescale is inevitable. Over time, this can cause blockages and affect water flow.
Cleaning and descaling a shower head can help address these issues and keep your shower free from bacteria or mould.
Video guide: clean a shower head
Step by step guide: clean a shower head
Turn off the shower and unscrew the shower head from the hose. Look for a small rubber washer inside the shower head and ensure it stays in place. Losing this washer will cause leaks when you reattach the shower head.
Disassemble the head
If your shower head comes with a shower head key, use it to unscrew the area where the water comes out. Do it by inserting it into the slots and turning it anti-clockwise. If not, use long-nose pliers to unscrew it from the slots. Be careful when doing this, as you do not want to lose any parts.
You will find three rubber rings or seals inside the shower head. Make sure you don’t lose them, and remember where they go as you need to put them back in the right place.
Remove limescale
You may find scale or limescale inside the shower head. Rinse it out in the sink, or use a descaling solution that you can find at your local store. Use a pin or a hair clip to poke through each hole and remove any limescale. Be careful not to damage the holes or your skin while doing this. Soak it in an anti-limescale solution if needed.
Put it back together
Once you have cleaned everything, it's time to reassemble the shower head. Make sure the seals are in place and line up the parts properly. Screw everything back together carefully, making sure it’s tight but not too tight. Reattach the shower head to the hose and test it to ensure there are no leaks. It should now work like new again. Remember to clean your shower head regularly to prevent limescale buildup and keep it hygienic.
If you're still having trouble you can request a repair.
