If you get metal marks on your toilet, it can make it look old and unkempt.It is easy to get rid of metal marks from a variety of sources.If there are marks in the toilet bowl, you should empty the water.If you want to remove small marks or scrub large scratches, use a pumice stone.In no time, your toilet will be clean and free of marks.
Step 1: The stone is wet with water.
To get the outside soaked, run the stone under the water.It should absorb water pretty quickly because of the abrasive nature of a pumice stone.Don't apply any special cleaning solutions to the stone, just use regular tap water.Make sure your toilet bowl is clean before you start using it.The abrasive cleaning properties of the pumice stone can be maximized by keeping it wet.The porcelain could be scratched if the stone is too dry.If you don't have a pumice stone, you can use a microfiber sponge and Magic Eraser to clean it.
Step 2: Apply little to no pressure to the marks with the stone.
Hold the stone so that one end is away from you.Metal marks do not break through the outer porcelain layer and are more like pencil marks on paper than deep cuts.You should be able to remove it quickly.If you apply too much pressure to the stone, it will rub the finish on the porcelain.The pumice stone is not permanent and can be removed by running water over it.
Step 3: If you want to check again, rinse it off with water or a damp cloth.
If the marks are outside the bowl, use a damp cloth or a bottle of water to wash them away.If there are any marks left, go back over them and apply a little bit more pressure to lift them off.If you want to make a big, black mark, be careful not to press too hard or you could break the stone or damage the porcelain.
Step 4: Wet a sponge with water.
There is an abrasive sponge that is rated for porcelain use.If you use a sponge that is not recommended for porcelain use, you could cause more damage to the toilet than you are trying to fix.The sponge needs to be drenched so it is dripping.The backside to a kitchen sponge usually gets the job done, but be sure to avoid anything that isn't recommended for porcelain.
Step 5: You can sprinkle the marks with acidic cleanser powder.
Use just enough cleanser powder to completely cover the marks.You don't need to worry about getting the porcelain wet before scrubbing as the sponge should be wet enough to get rid of the powder.Bar Keeper's Friend is the most popular acidic cleanser for metal marks.Acid-based powders are more effective at cleaning metal marks than bleach based powders.
Step 6: The acidic cleanser should be rubbed with the sponge.
You will need to use a lot of pressure to clean the mark away since the sponge works better when pressed hard.Put your sponge under the tap water in the sink and squeeze it to get rid of any leftover powder.Get back to scrubbing after soaking it again.
Step 7: Apply more powder to the marks if you need to.
Check the marks with a stream of water or a damp cloth to see if they have vanished.Affirmative, if they have.Put some more acidic cleansing powder on the persistent marks, clean and re-wet the sponge, and scrub it again.Some marks are more "clingy" than others, so it may take a few attempts to get rid of them.Stay at it and have patience.
Step 8: To protect the floor from splashes, put towels around the toilet.
To prevent water or cleaning powder from getting on the floor, use a couple towels around the base of the toilet.Don't use new ones unless you want to have a full load of washing to do and use dirty towels from the shower.You will need a full roll of paper towels to cover the floor around the toilet.
Step 9: The water should be turned off to the toilet.
If you want to cut off the water supply, reach back and turn the valve to the other side.You won't be able to empty the tank and bowl if the water supply is cut off.The water supply won't get in the way of your work if you have metal marks on the outside of the toilet.
Step 10: To get rid of the water from the tank, hold down the toilet handle.
To flush the toilet, take the tank lid off, place it on a towel, and hold the handle down to let the water out.There will be some water left in the bowl.The process may take a while, so get used to it.Continue to hold down the handle if your toilet doesn't automatically flush the water running into the bowl from the tank.You're ready to move on if there's nothing left in the tank.
Step 11: To flush the toilet completely, put water from a bucket in it.
The most effective way to get rid of the water in the bowl is to pour it from a bucket.It should be poured from a height of about 2 feet above the toilet.This is where the towels on the floor come in handy, as you are very likely to miss the bowl at first or accidentally splash some out.
Step 12: Use a large sponge to absorb the water in the bowl.
Remove any remaining water from the bowl and tank with a large sponge.If the marks are uncovered by water, they are ready to be scoured and cleaned away, but you have to get rid of any remaining water as best you can.Buying a multipack of large car washing sponges will help you get the water out.If the bowl is dirty, you can use soap to clean it, but you will need to use a bucket of water to flush it.Sprinkle baking soda on the marks.The marks can be worked out with a soft cleaning rag.