mike.m Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Hi , Sorry to lower the tone but we have inherited a toilet with some unsightly staining at the bottom of the bowl . Elbow grease has so far failed to do the business (oops)and I was wondering (before replacing the system ) if anyone had any suggestions for a chemical/cleaning solution that might be available at the DIY emporia ? Many thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clair Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I'm sure some will berate me for suggesting it, but I found that Cilit Bang Toilet Cleaner left for a couple of hours did the trick.I use it on very rare occasions and we have not had any problems with the septic tank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mint Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Clair, I have done the same. I think I posted about Cilit Bang in answer to someone's post a while ago. I also have a septic tank and, like you, I only use the stuff rarely and with prudence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clair Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Phew! I am not alone then![:D]The thing is, it works so well you really don't need to use it often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 It may be worth using a pumice stone, depends if it is just stain or stain and scale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 An idea to try before the Cilit Bang perhaps, a dishwashing tablet thrown in last thing at night and left till the morning. Weird, but it does work on a lot of stains[:)] Then again, I also clean the oven with aerial washing powder[:D]!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dog Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I have no direct experience but a cleaner told me drain the bog and soak in bleach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG MAC Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 [quote user="Russethouse"] It may be worth using a pumice stone, depends if it is just stain or stain and scale [/quote] Never in a million years on porcelain you will ruin the glaze.If its a porcelain bowl then Spirt of Salts (available from chemists) or believe it or not brick cleaning acid (Disclean or similar) Open windows / make sure space is ventilated put into bowl (Very very carefully as toxic gasses can be given off) vital that no other chemicals , toilet cleaners, flush additives etc are not present as they can cause unwanted and potentially dangerous chemical reactions.about half an hour then brush and flush (Wear rubber gloves and do not breathe fumes) If porcelain is already deeply stained a reapplication may be needed.Be mindful that this is no going to do a septic tank much good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Can you use that with a septic tank?[8-)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 Never in a million years on porcelain you will ruin the glaze.Not if you are careful and fairly gentle - sadly I speak from experience [+o(]Have to say I favour spirit of salts now, but it is truly ghastly stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarksinfrance Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 Try coca cola, pour in a can and leave overnight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jondeau Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 I know this will have everybody up in arms..........but I used caustic soda on our heavily lime scaled toilet......came up like new and despite everything you've heard, had no affect whatsoever on the septic tank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Théière Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 You have probably finished the job by now, I'm with Big Mac on this one. Spririt of salts (hydrochloric acid) from most brico sheds. empty as much water as possible and follow Big Macs instructions.Cilit bang is very good at limescale which is certainly what this is so you could try that first.The septic should be ok if you put some of septic booster down afterwards, the limescale will nuetralise the acid to quite a degree, serious conditions need serious solutions [:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike.m Posted February 11, 2009 Author Share Posted February 11, 2009 Thanks all for a great set of practical replies .[:)] Luckily we are not on a fosse so can apparently avoid some of the riskier options. Will commence with coca-cola then move up the richter scale ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gardengirl Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Coca cola is a good idea. Also, false-teeth tablets have been known to work; leave overnight, at a rather stronger rate than for teeth in a glass! Both less nasty than some of the other (good) suggestionsJo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjamin Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Obviously it depends upon the amount of staining but we use baby bottle steralising tablets. Similar to Milton but about half the price is a product called Thermobaby in our local Leclerc.Couldn't be kinder to a fosse septique. [:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG MAC Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 As the OP is saying no septic tank I would be reaching for the spirt of salts if you have never used it before prepare to be amazed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Théière Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 [quote user="BIG MAC"]As the OP is saying no septic tank I would be reaching for the spirt of salts if you have never used it before prepare to be amazed.[/quote]Very true BigMac, take your breath away it will [+o(] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG MAC Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 [quote user="teapot"][quote user="BIG MAC"]As the OP is saying no septic tank I would be reaching for the spirt of salts if you have never used it before prepare to be amazed.[/quote]Very true BigMac, take your breath away it will [+o(] [/quote]PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE BE CAREFUL ........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 You need to open a window and if possible use it quickly and hold your breath - (that's what I do) Also make sure you do not get splashed with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG MAC Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Even better get Russethouse to do it....skilled pro in the bowl renovation stakes ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 We live in a very hardwater area, it was a case of having to be 'skilled', now we have a water softner I have retired from descaling toilets - thank goodness [:)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG MAC Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Another good woman lost........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Or another good woman released to do something more interesting..............[Www] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG MAC Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 "More Interesting" Than Armitage Shanks's finest U Bend? Good God...what could be more interesting?(Is toilet humour allowed in the forums?)Standard female response "You're all right, thus far you haven't been remotely humorous" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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