How long can you leave CLR in toilet?

It is important to not let CLR sit on the bowl for longer than two minutes, as it can cause damage to the porcelain finish.
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Can you leave CLR on overnight?

Never leave CLR on an area for longer than two minutes. If the stain does not disappear, use CLR full strength and then wipe and rinse promptly with cold, clean water. Never mix CLR with other household cleaners or bleach and never reuse the bottle.
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Can you leave CLR on longer than 2 minutes?

3. Don't leave CLR for longer than two minutes. Again, CLR is acidic, which makes it effective, but also means it can cause damage if left in contact with surfaces for too long. Always rinse away with cool water after two minutes of contact.
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Can you use CLR in toilet bowl?

How To Over time your toilet water can cause an unsightly rainbow of stains and mineral build up in your toilet bowl. CLR® Calcium, Lime & Rust Remover helps you flush the filth away.
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How long does CLR take to remove calcium?

Leave on for 2 minutes using a sponge or scouring pad to assist in removal of stains, then rinse thoroughly with cold water.
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How to clean a toilet with CLR Calcium, Lime



Can CLR go down the drain?

CLR Clog-Free Drain clears almost all household clogged or sluggish drains in seconds! It is safe to use on all sound plumbing and works on almost any clog including hair, grease, food, soap build-up and more.
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Is vinegar better than CLR?

CLR or Lime Away? An acid-based cleaner is the best way to remove water deposits. Vinegar and lemon juice are two natural alternatives, but they just don't work as quickly and effectively. CLR uses similar ingredients to Lime Away.
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How do you clean a badly stained toilet?

White vinegar and borax/baking soda
  1. Sprinkle baking soda or borax generously on the stained areas.
  2. Use the toilet brush to scrub a little bit and spread the powder around.
  3. Add approximately 1½ cup of white vinegar into the bowl.
  4. Leave the solution to work for 15-30 min.
  5. Rinse.
  6. Repeat if there are still visible stains.
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Does CLR remove hard water stains from toilet?

Cleaning Your Toilet Bowl With CLR

CLR, which stands for Calcium Lime Rust, is an effective agent against both hard water stains and rust stains.
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How do I get brown stains off the bottom of my toilet?

Vinegar and baking soda: Add 1 or 2 cups of vinegar to the toilet bowl along with a few sprinkles of baking soda. Swish the solution around the bowl with your brush for a few minutes and then let it sit for about 15 minutes. Scrub the stains with your brush (or pumice stone).
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How do I get my toilet bowl white again?

How do I get my toilet bowl white again?
  1. Baking soda. Sprinkle baking soda into the toilet.
  2. Vinegar. Apply white vinegar over the baking soda.
  3. Brush. Use a toilet brush to scrub the toilet.
  4. Flush. Flush the toilet a couple of times to rinse.
  5. Borax & lemon juice. ...
  6. Let it sit. ...
  7. Pumice stone.
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Is CLR poisonous to humans?

Our CLR Calcium, Lime and Rust Remover is non-toxic, water soluble and biodegradable. The chemicals in the product are derived from vegetables, however we recommend all safety precautions be followed, per the back label of the bottle.
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Does baking soda neutralize CLR?

I use as much baking soda as I did vinegar so it neutralizes, usually dump the baking soda in until it stops fizzing, let it run one more time, then do the rinse and one last run with plain water. Ensures that everything is neutralized.
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Will CLR damage rubber seals?

DO not use CLR on any natural stone or marble (including cultured marble), terrazzo, coloured grout (any other colour than white), any painted, coated, sealed or metallic glazed surfaces, plastics (Food grade or soft), laminates, Formica, Slate, Titanium, Rubber, Corian, aluminium, galvanized metals, nickel, oil rubbed ...
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How do I get rid of CLR?

How to Dispose of CLR
  1. Read the CLR container label for the most up-to-date instructions on proper disposal. ...
  2. Search your local waste management department website for information on hazardous household waste disposal. ...
  3. Call your solid waste department if its website doesn't contain information on hazardous waste removal.
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Is CLR OK for PVC?

CLR products are safe for all pvc products. It is also safe for copper plumbing and septic tanks. The materials to avoid using CLR on are painted surfaces, aluminum, etched glass, Formica, colored grout, natural stone, brass and copper.
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Can I pour CLR down my shower drain?

Use in sinks, toilets, showers, drains, garbage disposals and grease traps. Fragrance free- safe for all pipes and drains! Part of the EPA's Safer Choice Program recognizing the product as a safer alternative to traditional chemicals, and contains no phosphates and is Septic Safe.
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Can you use CLR on porcelain?

(Formerly called CLR Bath & Kitchen)

Use on most kitchen and bath surfaces including: porcelain, ceramic tile, shower doors, sinks, bathtubs, white grout & caulk, toilet bowls, fiberglass and kitchen countertops. Will not remove rust.
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What happens if you mix CLR and bleach?

The two should not be mixed because it sounds like a powerful Disinfectant. They produce chlorine gas, which can cause coughing, breathing problems, and burning watery eyes, even at low levels.
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Does CLR clean grout?

Our cleaning pros swear by the CLR Brilliant Bath Cleaner, which cleans stained grout quickly — and without bleach. Simply spray, let it set a few minutes, scrub, rinse and you'll actually see the grout whiten as it dries. It also dissolves soap scum and hard water stains on sinks, tubs, and shower doors.
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What happens if you inhale CLR fumes?

INHALATION: Irritation, breathing difficulties, headaches, dizziness. INGESTION: Oral burns, vomiting, and gastrointestinal disturbance. MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE TO PRODUCT: Eye, skin, and respiratory disorders.
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Is CLR a harsh chemical?

CLR is a household cleaner designed to get rid of tough stains. The stains that it is designed to get rid of are calcium, lime and rust. These are all stains that can be hard to get rid of without using harsh chemicals. CLR is a harsh chemical, but it gets the job done.
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Is CLR safe for septic systems?

CLR Healthy Septic System is safe on pipes and porcelain and works on fats, oils, grease and other stubborn organic matter.
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How do you get rid of thick limescale in toilet?

Another popular method to remove limescale from your toilet is to use vinegar and baking soda. Pour about one cup of white vinegar into the toilet bowl, followed by about one cup of baking soda, then let it rest for around 10 minutes.
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How do I get rid of calcium build up in my toilet?

Scoop out excess fluid from the toilet bowl so you can easily reach the calcium deposits. Pour distilled vinegar or lemon juice over the areas. Let the acidic liquids sit in the bowl overnight. The next day, use a stiff-bristled brush to scrub away any remaining deposits.
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