How to Clean a Shower Head and Glass Screen

Limescale blocks shower holes and fogs glass, and it builds up quickly in hard-water areas such as most of London.

By the Ample Cleaners team · 5 October 2026 · 3 min read

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Shower head

  1. Unscrew the head if you can, and soak it in a bowl of white vinegar and water for an hour
  2. Brush the nozzles with an old toothbrush, then rinse and refit
  3. If it is fixed, fill a bag with vinegar and tie it around the head for an hour, then wipe and run the water

Glass screen

  1. Wet the glass and apply a limescale remover or vinegar spray, leaving it for a few minutes
  2. Wipe with a microfibre cloth, then squeegee from top to bottom
  3. Dry the edges and the seals

Keep it clear

  • Squeegee after every shower
  • Leave the door open to air out the bathroom
  • Clean the head every month or two

Common questions

Can vinegar damage a shower head?

Not on most chrome or plastic heads, but avoid long soaks on brass or gold finishes and check the manufacturer's guidance.

Would you rather we did it for you?

Ample Cleaners offers deep cleaning across Barking, Dagenham, Romford, Ilford and surrounding areas, with DBS-checked cleaners and a fixed price.

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