Scale in the kettle is a pain for everyone—except me 😉🤭 With one easy trick, I got rid of it for good 😌 No more mess, no more stress 💪 This will change how you clean your kettle forever 😏 Read more in the article below 👇
The problem of water quality in central water supply pipes remains relevant today. The harder the water, the more scale forms in kettles. It is impossible to completely get rid of it even if you use purchased purified water, because it still contains metal salts that eventually settle on the walls and bottom of the dishes.
I have found several simple and effective ways to keep kettles clean and shiny. These methods are economical, natural, and safe for both dishes and health. The main thing is that cleaning is quick and effortless.
Stovetop kettles (metal, ceramic, enamel)
For traditional kettles that heat water on the stove, I use a method that has been proven over the years – baking soda. First, boil the water, and then add 1 tablespoon of baking soda per 1 liter. It is important to add it after boiling so that the baking soda is completely dissolved. Then boil for another 10 minutes. If there is a lot of scale or it is old, you can increase the boiling time or repeat the procedure.
In addition, I sometimes add some potato peelings to the water along with baking soda. The starch it contains softens deposits well. After boiling, I leave the solution for 30 minutes, after which all the plaque is easily washed off with a flannel cloth, soft sponge, or cotton napkin.
Important! Never rub the dishes directly with baking soda – it can scratch the surface. This method is usually sufficient for cleaning.
Electric kettles (plastic, glass)
An electric kettle is even easier to clean. All you need is citric acid. Fill the kettle with cold water to the maximum level (1 to 2 liters), add 2-3 tablespoons of citric acid, and turn on the appliance. When the water boils, you can see the scale literally disappear before your eyes, and the kettle becomes clean and shiny. Then you just need to rinse it with warm water.
If your kettle is plastic, it is better to replace the citric acid with ordinary table vinegar, as the acid can give the plastic a yellowish tint. The proportions remain the same: 2 tablespoons of vinegar per 1 liter of water or 3 tablespoons per 2 liters.
After the procedure, boiled water with citric acid or vinegar can be poured down the toilet – this is a great way to clean sewer pipes from deposits. For a better effect, you can dissolve a little more powder or vinegar.
These are the simple and affordable methods that help me keep my kettles perfectly clean without any extra cost or effort.
