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中文简体1. Why should we clean the shower hose regularly?
The shower hose is exposed to a humid environment for a long time, which is very easy to breed bacteria and scale. If it is not cleaned in time, the following problems may occur:
The water output becomes smaller or the nozzle is blocked
The surface of the hose turns yellow, hardens, or even cracks
The inner wall breeds odor bacteria, affecting the water quality and hygiene
Shorten the service life of the hose and increase the replacement frequency
2. Shower hose cleaning steps (simple 4 steps)
Remove the hose
First turn off the water source and remove the hose from both ends of the shower head and faucet for comprehensive cleaning.
Soaking and cleaning
Prepare a basin of warm water, add white vinegar and baking soda (1:1 ratio), and soak the hose completely for 30 minutes to effectively decompose the internal scale and impurities.
External cleaning
Use an old toothbrush or a soft brush to gently scrub the surface of the hose, paying special attention to the dirt in the thread gap.
Rinse and dry
Rinse the inside and outside of the hose thoroughly with clean water, and then hang it in a ventilated place to dry naturally to avoid mold growth again.
3. Daily maintenance tips for shower hoses
To make the hose last longer, in addition to regular cleaning, you should also pay attention to the following daily maintenance:
Avoid tangling and winding of the hose, and keep it in a natural bending state
Use a suitable hose bracket to reduce the pulling of the interface
Do not use strong acid or alkaline detergents to avoid corrosion of the hose material
Check the joint seal regularly to prevent water leakage
4. When do you need to replace the shower hose?
Even the best products have a lifespan. If the following situations occur, it is recommended to replace the new hose in time:
Obvious leakage or cracks
Rust or fall off at the interface
Severe internal scale, insufficient water pressure after cleaning
Used for more than 2 years and aging is obvious
