If your shower head is clogged and water pressure feels weak, it’s usually due to mineral buildup (like limescale) blocking the tiny holes. Here are a few simple ways to fix it:
1) Vinegar soak (best method)
- Remove the shower head (if possible).
- Fill a bowl or plastic bag with white vinegar.
- Soak the shower head for 1–2 hours (or overnight for heavy buildup).
- Scrub the holes gently with an old toothbrush.
- Rinse with warm water and reattach.
2) Clean without removing it
- Fill a plastic bag with vinegar.
- Tie it around the shower head so the holes are submerged.
- Leave it for a few hours, then run hot water through it.
3) Use a pin or needle for stubborn clogs
- Gently poke each hole to break up mineral deposits.
- Be careful not to damage or enlarge the holes.
4) Flush it out
- After cleaning, run hot water for a few minutes to flush out loosened debris.
5) Prevent future clogging
- Clean it every 1–2 months with vinegar.
- If your water is very hard, consider a small inline water filter.
If pressure is still low after cleaning, the issue might be in the pipe or valve—not the shower head itself.
