How to get rid of limescale/water stains in toilet above water line

[Tartyflette]

I'm not sure they are limescale, they're not brown but more a sort of different shade of white, in downward streaks all around the bowl above the water line.
I've tried all the usual suspects, from everyday toilet cleaners /limescale removers to heavy duty paint-on gels, taking in household remedies like bicarb and white vinegar along the way but nothing makes a scrap of difference.
Any product suggestions or ideas would be gratefully appreciated.

[LoafofSellotape]

Harpic?

[mathanxiety]

A pumice stone and elbow grease?

[maras2]

WD40.
Seems to be the latest panacea for lavatory stains.

[theneverendinglaundry]

Citric acid is meant to be great for this, although I haven't tried it myself!

[RockinHippy]

Hydrochloric acid, you can buy from a hardware store.

Open window, Hold breath, Pour down loo around sides, close loo lid & leave the room & shut door. Leave for an hour or whatever bottle says. Pull chain & your loo will come up like new. It's dangerous stuff though, so handle with great care

[ItWentInMyEye]

I've read Coca Cola is good for this!

[PenelopeFlintstone]

YY to hydrochloric acid.

[mathanxiety]

DS used a product called Zep (American) which contains hydrochloric acid. It did the trick overnight.

Before pouring it down the loo he drained all the water out of the U bend. Iirc he followed instructions on doing this that he found on YouTube.

He tried Coke first, also citric acid.

[madeyemoodysmum]

Cokes useless as it doesn’t stick to the sides for long enough to work.

[JeremyCorbynsCoat]

Sterident tablets

[bonzo77]

Spirit of salts. Which is hydrochloric acid I think.

[samlovesdilys]

Kilrock is amazing stuff, it dies an extra thick version which comes with a brush to 'paint on' to just such stains!!

[usersouthcoast]

Hg professional limescale remover has been a total game changer for the south coast household!

HG Professional Limescale Remover 1L - The most powerful concentrated limescale remover available https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000IU3VRG/ref=cmswwrcppapiii_ktvnDbK9F9SSP

[QueenoftheBayou]

White vinegar, works perfectly

[RandomNameChange415]

I think it’s very unlikely to be limescale if you’ve already tried limescale remover and it’s above the water line. More likely to be paint or cement from a previous building job. What happens if you just scrub it?

[ainslieb]

Kilrock! It's brilliant

[minisoksmakehardwork]

How old is your toilet? I'm going to assume we have a fairly old toilet (rental home) and we get this too. Limescale remover left over night and scrubbing gets rid of it.

Sometimes you really just need a toilet brush. Otherwise use a kitchen scrubby.

[Phillipa12]

Brick acid from a builders merchants contains hydrochloric acid. Remove all water from the toilet bowl using a sponge and pour in the acid being careful, i watched it fizz away for a couple of mins, leave for about an hour then flush loo a few times, it brings the loo up sparkly clean. Have also used it on limescale marks on my shower tray and sink.

[hashirshabbir]

To effectively remove the stubborn white stains above the water line in your toilet, which may not be limescale, consider using a pumice stone specifically designed for cleaning toilets. Wet the stone and gently rub it on the stains, being careful not to scratch the porcelain. 

Additionally, you can try a commercial toilet bowl cleaner with hydrochloric acid or phosphoric acid, as they can be effective against various stains. Remember to follow the product instructions and take safety precautions when working with these chemicals. If all else fails, it might be beneficial to consult a professional for specialized advice and assistance.

[Muddle2000]

I got a cheap bottle of descaler from Savers Gave a few a scrubs and left overnight
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