LimeLite Active Gel is ideal for a more targeted application and this ultra-strong gel is even tougher on stubborn areas of heavy limescale build up. However, if your limescale is particularly stubborn, spray and leave it for 10 minutes, then rinse and wipe away. The Limey Standard Tap Head Cleaner is a great way of tackling limescale, as it’s perfectly designed to fit on most taps. Pour away the water and vinegar/lemon juice liquid and rinse it with cold water a few times to remove the smell and taste.

Ecover also never tests its products on animals, and even the bottle is made from recycled and plant plastic. Your taps will get the chance to soak, and the limescale will vanish or loosen enough for you to chip it away. Find just the right product for the job at hand from our broad selection of descalers and limescale removers.Robert Dyas Holdings Limited T/A Robert Dyas is an appointed representative of Product Partnerships Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 626349). We like that the bottle is made from 100% recycled plastic and that Viakal is safe to use (as long as you don’t mix it with bleach) as it’s free from ammonia, bleach and chlorine.

The new formula also makes your surfaces dirt- and water-repellent, which helps to prevent stain build-ups and makes cleaning easier. Before using any limescale remover, we recommend that you read the label and follow the instructions on the bottle.To use it, just apply it with a sponge, leave it for a few minutes, wipe it off with water and then rinse. Left to fester, limescale could block water flows in boilers, radiators, taps and beyond, making them much less efficient and therefore increasing energy bills as you look to make up for the shortfall. One thing we would suggest is that when using Oust in your kettle, boil and rinse away the water a couple more times than recommended to fully remove the smell of the descaler – no-one wants an off-kilter cup of tea. If the limescale is very stubborn, we recommend that you leave the liquid in the toilet for several hours or even overnight.