Home made solutions for "HARD WATER" stains.

People all over the world have trouble with hard water especially America(85%),The U.K,Canada,South Asia,South America,Canada,and India in particular.

They cause a HELL of a problem to your health and increase the time you spend cleaning your Utensiles,mirrors,taps and other stuff and also decreases the life span of your appliances.

HERE ARE SOME VERY EASY WAYS TO CLEAN YOUR HARD WATER STAINS
1. White vinegar, a weak acid, is about 5 percent acetic acid. It removes hard water deposits from glass.(and alos rust stains from sinks, and tarnish from brass and copper).
2.Lemon juice, another weak acid, contains citric acid, which can be used in much the same way as vinegar.
3.Phosphoric acid is a very effective agent found in cleaning products that remove hard water deposits.(Its cheap YOU can get it in any chemical store)
4.Nonabrasive, all-purpose cleaners (like "409") in powdered, liquid, or spray form are safe for most plumbing fixtures and can be used for regular cleaning and for removal of hard water deposits and soap scum if the deposits are not heavy accumulations.

EASY AND MORE EFFECTIVE TIPS

1.Paste made of white vinegar and baking soda; let stand, then rinse
(or)
1 teaspoon Calgon in gallon water, rinse well
(or)
2-4 tablespoons trisodium phosphate in gallon water, then rinse


"PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE"

All of us have learned since child that prevention is better than cure.U know what this not only works for AIDS but also works for your HARD WATER problems and saves you hard CASH.


The term "hard water" was originally coined to refer to water that was difficult to work with. Hard water requires much more soap, shampoo or detergent than soft water, so your soap products don't stretch nearly as far. The effects of hard water are felt most often in daily household activities such as cleaning. The minerals present in hard water inhibit soap's lathering and cleaning capabilities.

According to New Mexico State University's Water Heater-Energy Savings Study, the lifespan of appliances such as water heaters, washing machines and dishwashers can be reduced by as much as 30 percent when hard water is used in the home. Also, when hard water is heated, the minerals in the water can precipitate out and form scales in the bottom of the water heater. These scales may build up and result in increased water-heating costs.

Another factor to consider is the high costs associated with repairing major appliances. How much would you be willing to pay to repair a 5-year-old washing machine? Due to the high cost of repairs, replacement is often the best option once hard water has wreaked havoc on an appliance. By using soft water, you can add more than three years to the longevity of most of your appliances -- and save yourself the expense of replacing them much sooner than you expected.