Rust in the toilet - the causes and methods of struggle

11-01-2018

Sewage

The appearance of rusty stains on the plumbing - the phenomenon is quite frequent for a number of reasons, and to wash the toilet from rust and raids can be very and very troublesome. That is why we will consider the causes of this problem and study the main ways to solve it, especially since there are a lot of options and it is very difficult to choose an effective way, especially if you have no experience in conducting such work.

In the photo: brown spots and stains spoil the appearance of the toilet

Because of what appears raid

As you know, the best way to deal with any problems is to prevent them. That is why you need to know why on plumbing rusty stains appear, and what factors are most important:

Water quality	In some areas of the country, there are a lot of iron compounds in the water, so even the use of plastic pipes does not guarantee protection against the appearance of brown streaks, besides, it is necessary to periodically check the system, since rust in the toilet bowl can quickly knock out the components
State of communication	Very often, water is supplied through metal pipelines, in which corrosion processes start over time, and metal particles get into the water. Over time, water becomes more polluted and only pipe replacement can help.
Plumbing setup	If there is a malfunction in the tank, or the sealing elements have deteriorated, the water all the time flows into the toilet. Constant flow is one of the most common causes of rust stains in toilet bowls, so you should maintain good technical condition of all elements of the system.
Surface quality	The smaller the porosity of the material from which the toilet is made, the better, since the appearance of divorce is due to the penetration of small particles into the structure of the material. Therefore, it is better to choose either porcelain (its price is higher, but the quality is excellent), or earthenware, but in this case its surface should be glazed to ensure smoothness.

Porcelain products are of high quality and more resistant to the formation of plaque.

Types of rust removers

Consider how to clean the rust on the toilet, especially since the choice of solutions is quite wide and you want to know the features of each of the options.

Abrasives

Nowadays there is no question what to wipe off rust from the toilet bowl - in almost any specialty store you can find a dozen or even more options.

The features of this group of compounds are the following factors:

Powder type agent sold in dry form.
Stains are removed in an abrasive manner, i.e. you put the powder on the plaque and scrub it until the surface is clean.
The advantages include low price and ease of use (all the features will be prompted by the instructions on the package).
Among the shortcomings, it should be noted that the abrasive particles leave a micro-scratch on the surface, and in the future, much more of the plaque will form.

Tip! It is better to purchase products of well-known companies, this guarantees their quality and minimal damage to surfaces.

Alkaline compounds

Another extensive group of compositions, represented by both domestic and foreign means.

This option has the following differences:

The main active ingredient is caustic soda., which destroys surface plaque without causing damage to products.
Such a rust remover is very easy to use.: apply it to problem areas and leave for 10-15 minutes, after which the surface is washed. No need to rub the spots with your own hands, the components of the composition will do all the work.
The only drawback is the fact that the solution with deep stains could not cope.

Domestos is one of the most well-known and effective options for this product group.

Tip! Similar means should be used as prophylaxis when problems are still insignificant; this will always keep the plumbing in perfect cleanliness.

Acid based products

Another option widely used because of its very high efficiency:

Dissolves all types of contaminants that are susceptible to acid.
Great for earthenware and porcelain, but may damage enameling.
Work in protective gloves.
Such a means of rust in the toilet is very simple: it is applied to the stain and after a certain period of time it is washed off with water.

Acid-based products are quite aggressive, so they should be used in protective gloves.

Other options

Consider what you can wash the rust on the toilet, if special tools at hand is not:

The electrolyte used in car batteries is an excellent tool having a similar principle of action with acidic compounds; when it is used, protective devices are necessary. (See also the article How to clean the clog in the toilet: condition.)
Dry oxalic acid also copes well with bloom. Citric acid can also be used, but it is less effective.
Acetic essence is able to remove even quite complex contaminants, including rust.
How to remove rust from the toilet, when the problem is still small, and there is nothing of the above at hand? The usual Coca-Cola will help: soak a rag with it and put it on the stains for 30-40 minutes, then rinse with clean water.

Cola is able to cope with a brown patina on the toilet

Conclusion

The fight against plaque on the plumbing should be carried out systematically, the sooner you start to solve the problem, the easier and more efficient the work. The video in this article will show some important nuances in more detail.