How to clean toilet scum

[mmyk72]

Originally Posted by South Jersey Styx

We just use bleach. Just a small amount several times a day (let it sit), it stays very clean, and an inexpensive solution.

I add bleach too, especially when toilet will be unused for several days. It's clean when I return from a trip.

Problem I've recently (I guess because it's slightly warmer now in the summer) is the ring is just on top of the water line. So the bleach doesn't really get good contact with that area.

[SATX56]

Originally Posted by karlsch

Hydrochloric Acid (a.k.a. Muriatic Acid), available in any hardware store, will make the worst toilet look like new a a matter of minutes. With reasonable care, it's perfectly safe: Using Muriatic Acid to Clean Toilets | eHow

You can also get it at a swimming pool supply store. It's poured in pools to adjust pH level.

Originally Posted by yellowsnow

Pool Acid! Works great. Pour it in and let it sit for a while!

Muriatic acid! That's the answer. Use with care and well ventilated area. Cheap and extremely effective. I've used it for years and so do local plumbers.