It’s Fixable
Keeping a clean shower is important for so many reasons. Tubs should be scrubbed clean and disinfected. Floors should be swept. Showerheads and handles should also be cleaned well. It’s equally important to check what’s going on inside your shower plumbing. As this couple found out, your showerhead will let you know if your pipes are getting older.
According to people on Reddit, that white powder is limescale, a chalky substance that often builds inside water pipes, kettles, and boilers. Luckily, there are plenty of products and ways to get rid of limescale. A professional can let you know if you need to replace your pipes or if there is an easier (and hopefully cheaper) solution.