The Quick Guide to Cleaning Your Electric Kettle

Lisa Steadman

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The Quick Guide to Cleaning Your Electric Kettle

Say Hello to Malic Acid

Every kitchen is incomplete without the humble companion we wake up to each morning, the electric kettle. It's an everyday tool that's essential to our daily routine, but we often overlook the importance of keeping it clean.

Just as the saying goes, "a clean kettle is a happy kettle", it's indisputable that the cleanliness of your kettle impacts both the taste of your beverage and the lifespan of your device. But don't fret; this guide will modernize your cleaning routine to ensure your electric kettle stays as shiny as ever. Follow this spiel, and you'll be breezing through it, whistle and all!

Ingredients Required

The first secret to a spotlessly clean kettle is hidden within common fruits you can find at home: apples and grapes. The acid contained within them, called malic acid, is a powerful cleaning agent ready to take on stubborn deposits lurking inside your kettle.

Steps to Clean Your Kettle

  • 1 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Water

The Citrus Squeeze: Lemon Cleaning Solution

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The Citrus Squeeze: Lemon Cleaning Solution
  1. Fill your kettle halfway with apple cider vinegar. Round it off with an equal amount of water.
  2. Let this solution sit overnight.
  3. In the morning, give it a good rinse.

Voila! Stubborn limescale doesn't stand a chance!

Ingredients Required

This Citrus Magic is unbeatable when it comes to natural kettle cleaners. The acidic properties of lemon not only clean but leave your kettle smelling great.

Steps to Make Your Electric Kettle Shine

  • 1 Lemon
  • Water

Baking Soda: The MVP of Household Cleaners

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Baking Soda: The MVP of Household Cleaners
  1. Slice the lemon and drop the pieces into your electric kettle.
  2. Fill the kettle with water until it covers the lemon slices.
  3. Boil the water and wait for the citrusy solution to do its magic for an hour.
  4. Afterwards, discard the solution and rinse thoroughly.

Ingredients Required

For a more vigorous clean, your common baking soda is the way to go.

Steps for a Sparkling Clean Electric Kettle

  • 1 teaspoon of Baking Soda
  • Water
  1. Fill your kettle with water and add a spoonful of baking soda.
  2. Allow the solution to boil, then let it rest for around 20 minutes or so.
  3. Riniless.

So, there you have it, three natural methods to keep your electric kettle clean and efficient. It's vital to maintain your kettle to ensure you enjoy the best possible flavour from your hot beverages and increase the longevity of your device. Plus, a clean kettle is aesthetically pleasing and speaks volumes about your commitment to cleanliness! Happy cleaning, folks!

For more cleaning tips, visit Martha Stewart's Cleaning Guide.

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