What Causes Limescale – And How to Stop It From Coming Back
Hard water stains, chalky spots, and dull taps? You're not alone. Here's what really causes limescale and what you can do about it – without harsh chemicals.
Why Limescale Builds Up in Your Bathroom
Limescale is caused by minerals in hard water – mainly calcium and magnesium. When the water evaporates from your tiles, glass, or taps, these minerals are left behind, forming a stubborn, chalky residue.
It not only makes your bathroom look dirty, but it can also damage surfaces over time and attract more dirt and bacteria.
What Makes It Worse?
- Leaving water to air dry
- Not drying surfaces after cleaning
- Using products that just smear water around
TIP: The longer water sits, the more limescale builds up. Drying right after your shower makes a huge difference.
The Chemical-Free Way to Prevent Limescale
Instead of using sprays or squeegees, you can dry your glass, tiles and fittings in seconds using a high-performance microfibre cloth. It removes water before it leaves any marks – no rubbing, no chemicals.
Magicwipe™ XXL Drying Cloth is trusted by over 100,000 households to keep their bathrooms spotless and limescale-free – just with water.
