I poured white vinegar into my toilet tank and left it overnight for the first time in 15 years. This is what happened

a gallon of white vinegar inside. The vinegar was left overnight to allow enough time for the acid to loosen the buildup. By the next morning, the vinegar had become cloudy, showing that it had reacted with the mineral deposits. Much of the crusty residue had softened and could be removed with gentle scrubbing.

A plumber confirmed that vinegar is generally continue reading …