What can I use to clean the toilet tanks? Right now they look black stained. I recently put in a water filtration system and expected to see clear water in my toilet tanks. Instead whenever I open the toilet tanks it is all black. I have a septic system, so I don't want to use anything that will cause a problem with the septic system. Any help would be appreciated.
The water that comes into the house is dispersed to all outlets, the sink, shower, toilet. If the water is not black in the kitchen or bathroom sinks then I don't think the water in the toilet tank is black either. When I took the top of the toilet tank off my tank to insulate the inside of the tank I also noticed black mold on the walls which made the water look black.
I took the tank off the toilet, took it outside and cleaned the tank with bleach. I then insulated the inside of the tank and replaced the tank. If you think the water is black and not from mold on the inside of the tank I suggest you scoop out a glass of water from the tank and hold it up to the light and see what the color of the water or when you flush the toilet look and see if the water is black or clear.
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Request: Septic Tank Safe Cleaners (06/08/2009)
We have a septic tank. The problem we have is the stains that are in the toilet bowls. We have to be very careful what we use to clean with due to the septic tank.
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We have a septic tank . The problem we have is the stains that are in the toilet bowls. We have to be very careful what we use to clean with due to the septic tank. Any solutions on how to clean without harming the septic tank?
Betty from Missouri Valley, IA
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RE: Septic Tank Safe Cleaners
We also have a septic tank, so we use a very small amount of Lime-Away on a green Scotch-Brite pad and the stains scrub off pretty easily. We've tried using baking soda, but it doesn't work as well as the Lime-Away does with our hard water. Your water might be different. Good Luck. (10/27/2008)
By Theresa from CO
RE: Septic Tank Safe Cleaners
I use a little Comet in my toilet. First flush the commode. Then sprinkle a little Comet and then brush as usual. I also have a septic system. Another substance that wouldn't be as harsh for your septic tank would be baking soda or Borax powder used with the brush in the same manner. (10/28/2008)
By Carol in PA
RE: Septic Tank Safe Cleaners
I have had a septic tank for almost 9 years, and I use plenty of detergents, bleach and other cleaners. I've never had a problem with my septic system. We do put in the additive stuff that you buy to keep the system working. We've never had a backup or a field line problem at all. (10/28/2008)
By Barbara
RE: Septic Tank Safe Cleaners
I also have a septic tank, and to top it off, water that has high iron content. I had very bad stains. I found a miracle in the cleaner section of Walmart not too long ago. Bathroom Stone. This is not a cleaner, but a stone that looks and feels like pumice, but it's not. It's completely environmentally safe, and chemical free, and I swear by it. I promise you won't go back to chemicals and elbow grease. This is even better than baking soda, Comet, bleach, you-name-it. In case you're wondering, I don't work for this company. (10/30/2008)
By Penni from Hillsborough, NC
RE: Septic Tank Safe Cleaners
All that you need to be concerned about is "killing" the good bacteria in your septic. We have lived with ours for over 15 years. Once a month I put 3 packages of yeast, yes, powdered yeast down the toilet. It helps keep the good things doing what they're supposed to. We have only had to have ours cleaned out once and had no other problems. Don't spend the money on Rid. Just buy yeast. (11/18/2008)
By kokomo79
RE: Septic Tank Safe Cleaners
A pumice stick available at hardware stores and cheap will do the trick, with no chemicals unless you count elbow grease. (11/25/2008)
