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ObligatoryOption t1_j9zqwvr wrote

Citric acid. It's the stuff they sell to clean coffee makers and similar appliances. It is also used in the food industry so you can sometimes (rarely) find the powder/crystals in the seasonings section at Walmart and elsewhere for cheaper than the coffee cleaning stuff. I always get a few pouches whenever I see it because it's not common but very useful for that purpose.

Throw a bucket of water directly in the toilet bowl so it will flush itself out and leave only a shallow water level, so less water in the bowl means more concentrated acid solution. Pour 2-3 table spoons of the stuff and leave it overnight. Next morning, use the toilet brush to finish off the job.

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