Descaling a kettle. How to effectively clean a kettle from scale inside and dirt outside using simple home remedies. How to descale an enamel kettle

Water is fully involved in human life. Unfortunately, its quality is not always good, but This has a negative impact not only on technology, but also has a negative impact on health.

This can be fixed folk remedies and household chemicals. Even with stubborn dirt, simple measures cope perfectly well.

Causes of scale formation

Scale is hard deposits of salts. When water is heated, salts break down into carbon dioxide and scale.

The composition of the water is determined by the path it had to travel. We see a high content of potassium and magnesium on the heating device. The amount of impurities depends on the region of residence.

What is the harm of scale?

Disrupts heat transfer from hotter particles to colder ones. Because of this, the load on heating device, because the heating time increases. Thus, the kettle breaks down quickly, and the electricity bill goes up.
Usage additional funds for cleaning the kettle, and this is a minus from the budget.
Buying a water filter.
Negative effects on the human body, in particular the urinary system and kidneys.
Skin itching.
Skin rashes.

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How to descale a kettle?

Methods for cleaning a stainless steel kettle

Cleaning a kettle from scale with vinegar

To do this you will need 100 ml of vinegar and 1 liter of water. The vinegar essence is diluted in water and poured into a kettle, after which you need to put it on the fire until it boils. If all the scale has left the kettle, then cleaning can be completed. If the cleansing is not complete, you need to wait another 15 minutes. After the procedure, you need to thoroughly rinse the kettle.

Acetic acid is obtained from food-grade alcohol-containing raw materials, which is why it can be used to clean dishes well without harm to health. This remedy is not only effective, but also costs a penny.

Cleaning the kettle with potato or apple peels. The remaining peels are placed in a kettle of water and brought to a boil. Then the dishes are removed from the heat and washed. This method helps with minor scale deposits.
Cucumber pickle. The citric acid included in the canning recipe eats away all plaque. The brine is poured in and brought to a boil, after which the dishes need to be rinsed.
Liquid sour milk. Important: milk should not turn into curdled milk. It is poured into a kettle, boiled and washed.
How to clean a kettle with cola You will need water and Coca-Cola. First, the kettle is washed and only then enough cola is poured in so that all the scale is covered, bring to a boil and leave to cool until room temperature, then the liquid is drained and the kettle is washed.

Important: if you pour the drink right away, the dishes may become stained. The dyes that are included in the composition are then very difficult to wash off.

Vinegar and soda. Soda is mixed with water until a paste forms. Wipe the walls of the kettle well with this solution. Next, take a clean rag, moisten it with vinegar and rub it into the first solution. At the end the kettle is washed.
Toothpaste Important: for this method you cannot use a paste with a whitening effect. But an expired product will work well. Squeeze a little paste onto a toothbrush and rub it into the kettle. After the procedure, boil the dishes in vain and rinse.

Cleaning an enamel kettle

If you were wondering , kettle, several ways can be found here.

Metal sponge

Pros: cleans dirt well

Cons: the enamel is damaged, it takes a lot of time. Dirt then begins to clog into the cracks.

Citric acid for the appearance of reddish scale

For 2 liters of water, take 2 tablespoons of acid, dilute it, and bring it to a boil. Let it sit for 20 minutes and rinse the container well.

Vinegar(both regular and apple are suitable for this) - use carefully, it can damage the enamel.

Acid is added to two liters of water and left for 30 minutes. After this time, place on the stove and boil for 10 minutes. Wash the kettle thoroughly.

Soda colorless

A drink is bought at the store. It is poured into the kettle, put on the fire, boiled, removed from the stove, and the container is washed.

How to clean a glass teapot

Vinegar essence

Take one glass of water and vinegar, pour it into a kettle and bring to a boil. Place in a cool place, cool and wash.

Soda

A tablespoon of baking soda dissolves in boiling water. Leave it like this for 10 minutes, then bring it to a boil. The liquid is cooled, the kettle is poured out and washed.

Vinegar and soda

For this you will need: water, 2 tablespoons of vinegar and the same amount of soda. Water is mixed with soda and vinegar. The resulting mixture is brought to a boil and cooked for 30 minutes, cool, and rinse the container.

Lemon acid. Acid can be replaced with: lemon juice, slices, oil

For one liter of water you will need 1 tablespoon of acid (juice of 1 lemon, 1 slice, 20 drops of oil). The solution is prepared, boiled, cooled and the kettle is washed.

Lemon juice and vinegar

One liter of water is mixed with the same amount lemon juice and vinegar - 2 tablespoons is enough. The kettle is boiled and washed clean.

Soda for descaling the kettle

Take 1 tablespoon of soda, water, citric acid. Water is poured into the kettle, soda is added, and it is turned on. After boiling, the water is poured out.

Water is poured again, citric acid is added, and the kettle is turned on. After turning off, you need to let this water stand for 20 minutes. After this time, you can rinse with water and the kettle will be like new again.

Oxalic acid

poured a small amount of acid into the kettle, fill it completely with water, and set to boil. After cooling, pour out the water and rinse the kettle. For this method, sorrel stalks are actively used.

Vinegar

You will need water 2/3 of the capacity of the entire kettle and acetic acid a third of the volume. Water is mixed with vinegar, the kettle is turned on. After boiling, you need to wait until the water cools to room temperature. Then everything is thoroughly washed. This advice can only be used by those whose kettle is not made of metal.

Sparkling water without added colors

This requires 1 liter of soda. It is brought to a boil, drained and that’s it – the kettle is clean. Very important: before using soda, release all gases from the bottle.

Cleaning the kettle from scale citric acid

Take 1 small packet of citric acid and water. Acid is poured into the water and the kettle is turned on. After boiling, the liquid is poured out. Next, clean water is boiled 2 more times. The kettle is washed.

Fruit peel

The peel is filled with water, the water is boiled, and the liquid is drained. This method is used to prevent plaque. These are recipes for cleaning the inside of the kettle. For external cleaning, you can use the products described here.

How to descale a neglected old kettle?

No need to throw away old kettle. It is better to use one of the proposed options.

Soda, citric acid, vinegar

To cope with the task you need to take: water, 1 tablespoon each of soda, citric acid, 100 ml of vinegar.

The cleaning procedure is carried out in 3 stages:

Pour water into the kettle, add baking soda, and set it to boil. After boiling, the solution is drained.
Fill with water, add acid, boil and leave on low heat for 30 minutes, pour out.
Vinegar is poured into the kettle, brought to a boil, simmered for about 30 minutes, and poured out. Washed thoroughly running water.

After such a tough cleaning, even the most stubborn dirt comes off. Attention: under no circumstances should this procedure be carried out with an electric kettle.

Vinegar, soda and sponge

Sprinkle soda onto a sponge soaked in vinegar and rub until it turns into a paste. Use this sponge to wipe a dirty surface. After this, rinse the mixture well.

Soda, vinegar, citric acid and sponge

Take a kettle, pour half of the water, put one tablespoon of soda in it. We wait for it to boil; the solution should simmer over high heat for 10 minutes. All the liquid pours out. New water is poured, 100 ml of vinegar is added and the same procedure is performed as in the first stage. Third stage: citric acid is poured onto a sponge and the kettle is wiped with it. Afterwards, you can rinse well under running water.

Automatic laundry detergent and citric acid

Pour water into the kettle, add 20 grams of powder, and bring to a boil. Add a teaspoon of citric acid to the same mixture. Place it on the stove again, wait until it boils, set it aside, pour out the contents and rinse.

All cleaning methods presented are time-tested. Long before the manufacture of special means, they helped our ancestors.

Universal means

Such products are usually purchased to save closet space and money. But quite often they do not perform all functions so well.

Eona bio– used for washing machines, dishwashers, as well as for cleaning scale in a kettle. Available in liquid form, tablets and powder. Directions for use: dilute the product with water, boil and rinse well. Price from 62.
Calgon– for teapots and dishwashers. It comes in liquid and powder form. It is diluted with water in a vessel, boiled and washed. Costs from 500.
Mister descaling agent– clean washing machines, dishwashers, kettles. The store sells from 30 rubles. Powder and solution are prepared.
Astonish Limescale Remover– used as a cleaning agent for dishes, plumbing fixtures, and scale in the kettle. In liquid form from 270.
Planet Pure spray- for cleaning. In liquid form from 360.
Selena anti-scale– removes scale from kettles, coffee makers, irons, dishwashers and washing machines. Liquid and powder from 27.
Chistin– removes plaque from washing machines and kettles. Sold from 100 rubles. Only in powder.
Refine– for washing from 100, including from scale.
Soda Ash

After reading the reviews of ordinary customers, we can say that the price does not depend on the quality. The cheapest products sometimes do a better job than the more expensive ones.

Special chemicals

From the list presented, you can choose for yourself convenient option. All components included in the composition detergent aimed at combating scale.

Frau Schmidt anti-scale. Judging by the reviews ordinary people, scale is removed after 8 minutes. Tablets from 100.
Clean home – liquid from 90 rub.
Romax anti-scale – liquid from 50 rub.
Melitta Anti Calc
Tytan
Domol
Bagi avnit
Pure water
Antiscale

The principle of operation of all chemicals same:

The substance is poured
Rubs well on the surface
Leave for 5 minutes
The vessel is washed well

If the cleanser is in liquid form or tablets, then the procedure is slightly different:

The cleaning agent is poured in and a tablet is placed at the bottom.
Water is pouring.
The kettle turns on.
Bring to a boil.
Cleans thoroughly from chemicals.

Preventing scale formation

When preparing, use water purification products.
If possible, boil purchased water.
The kettle should always be empty and wiped dry.
Reuse boiled water it is forbidden. It's better to drain the leftovers.
To prevent scale, clean once a week.
When scale first appears, remove it immediately.
Wash the inside with a sponge daily.

As you can see, there are enough cleaning and prevention methods.

You don't need to spend a lot of money to extend the life of your kettle. For the kettle to serve for a long time, it is enough to devote a little time to it.

Moreover, this is an opportunity to use the products that every woman has available. It is worth paying attention that after each procedure you need to thoroughly rinse the kettle so that harmful substances do not enter the body.

Olga Nikitina

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Any housewife knows that no filter can save an electric kettle from scale. And if thin layer scale will not cause significant harm, then over time the device will best case scenario will stop working effectively, and in the worst case, even break down. Scale and rust inside ordinary teapots - metal or enameled - also does not bring joy.

Is it possible to get rid of this problem, and how to carry out global cleaning of the kettle at home?

Vinegar(method for a metal kettle). Quick and high-quality cleaning of dishes without harm to health and the use of “chemicals”. We dilute the food vinegar with water (100ml/1l), pour the solution into a bowl, put it on low heat and wait for it to boil. As soon as the kettle boils, you should lift the lid and check how the process of scale is peeling off from the walls of the kettle. If the peeling is not complete, leave the kettle on the fire for another 15 minutes. Next, wash the kettle well, removing all remaining vinegar and deposits. It is advisable to ventilate the room after cleaning.

Lemon acid (method for a plastic electric kettle and ordinary kettles). It is not recommended to use vinegar for an electric kettle (otherwise the kettle can simply be thrown away), but citric acid is an excellent cleaning aid. Dilute 1-2 packets of acid (1-2 tsp) in a liter of water, pour the solution into a kettle and boil. The plastic of the kettle will be “renewed”, and the plaque will disappear without a trace, easily peeling off after the acid. All that remains is to rinse the kettle and boil the water “idle” once. Note: it is better not to bring the kettle to a state where it requires harsh cleaning, since citric acid is also a rather serious remedy for household appliances. Perfect option– regular cleaning of the kettle with citric acid without boiling. Just dilute the acid in water, pour it into a kettle and leave for several hours.

Soda! Do you like Fanta, Cola or Sprite? You will be interested to know that these drinks (taking into account their “thermonuclear” composition) ideally clean rust and scale from dishes, and even carburetors from burning. How? After the “magic bubbles” disappear (there should be no gases - first let the soda stand in open form), simply pour the soda into the kettle (to the middle of the kettle) and bring to a boil. Afterwards, wash the kettle. The method is not suitable for an electric kettle. It is recommended to use Sprite, as Cola and Fanta can leave their own tint on the dishes.

Impact method (not for electric kettles). Suitable for the most neglected condition of the kettle. Pour water into the kettle, add a spoon baking soda(dining room), boil the solution, drain the water. Next, add water again, but with citric acid (1 tbsp per kettle). Boil for about half an hour over low heat. Drain again, add fresh water, add vinegar (1/2 cup), boil again for 30 minutes. Even if the scale does not come off on its own after such a shock cleaning, it will definitely become loose and can be removed with a simple sponge. Hard brushes and metal sponges are not recommended for all types of kettles.

Soda(for metal and enamel teapots). Fill the kettle with water, add 1 tbsp of soda to the water, bring to a boil, then leave on low heat for 30 minutes. Next, we wash the kettle, refill it with water and boil it “idle” to remove any remaining soda.

Brine. Yes, yes, you can clean the kettle with regular tomato or cucumber brine. The citric acid contained in the brine will also help remove scale. The scheme is the same: pour brine, boil the kettle, cool, wash. Cucumber pickle perfectly removes rust from iron salts in a kettle.

Cleaning.“Grandma’s” method of descaling. Suitable for light scale deposits in enamel and metal kettles. We wash the potato peelings well, remove the sand from them, put them in a kettle, fill them with water and boil. After boiling, leave the cleaning in the bowl for an hour or two, and then wash the kettle thoroughly. And apple or pear peelings will help to cope with a light coating of white “salt” scale.

Regardless of the cleaning method, do not forget to thoroughly wash the kettle after the procedure and boil the water empty (1-2 times) so that the remaining product does not get into your tea. If the residues after peeling with apple peelings do not cause harm to health, then the residues of vinegar or soda can cause serious poisoning. Be careful!

It is not easy to find a house where there is no kettle - regular or electric. Since many of us use mostly hard water for boiling tap water, then it’s no wonder that sooner or later this container becomes overgrown with scale from the inside. Plaque is not only aesthetically unattractive, but also harmful to health - its microparticles end up in your mug of tea or coffee. And an electrical device may well fail due to such growths. Therefore, today we will talk about how to descale a kettle quickly, efficiently and in simple ways. Let's look at the most popular!

Why does scale form and why is it dangerous?

In metal, glass and enamel kettles we see growths on the inner walls and bottom, in electric ones - mostly on the heating element. The reason for the formation of scale is the salts in which it is so rich tap water. Accordingly, the harder the latter, the more intense the formation of limescale build-up. Special filters will not help here either - they only soften the water a little, but do not completely deprive it of salts.

It is very important to descale your kettle at home. Here are the risks of ignoring the problem:

It is scale that causes the destruction of the walls of conventional kettles and the premature failure of electric ones. Build-ups on the heating element lead to its overheating, preventing water from directly contacting the metal, heating the latter to high temperatures.
The use of strainers and filters does not always protect our body from the ingress of scale along with drinks. And it can cause problems with genitourinary system, kidneys.

Method number 1: vinegar

The method is ideal for metal containers. Use with caution in relation to glass and plastic - after all, this is an aggressive product. How to descale a kettle with vinegar:

Dilute the substance with water. This is 100 ml of 9% food vinegar per 1 liter of water. If you use vinegar essence (70%), then 1-2 tbsp is enough. spoons.
The composition is poured directly into the kettle, which is placed on low heat.
Wait until the solution boils.
When lifting the lid, periodically watch for scale removal. Usually 15 minutes of boiling is enough for the growths to leave the walls and bottom.
Rinse the kettle thoroughly under running water, removing both scale and vinegar residue.

Method number 2: citric acid

But this substance was created for plastic electrical devices. You can also easily wash glass containers with it. Let's look at how to descale a kettle with citric acid:

First of all, dilute 1-2 teaspoons of powder in 1 liter of water.
The solution is simply poured into the kettle, which you turn on and bring to a boil.
As a result of the process, the layer of plastic will be “renewed” - the plaque will easily peel off under the influence of acid.
You only need to thoroughly rinse the kettle and then boil the water in it “idle”.

Note that boiling with acid is a last resort. It is best to carry out preventative monthly cleaning of the device. in this case? Dilute citric acid in water in the same amount and leave the composition in the kettle for several hours.

If you don't have acid on hand, a quarter of a lemon can easily replace it.

Method number 3: sparkling water

How to descale an enamel or metal kettle? Use carbonated drinks - Cola, Pepsi, Fanta, Sprite and the like. But this method is not suitable for electric kettles!

By the way, we note that gas water is also capable of dissolving rust and even cleaning car carburetors. But what we will do specifically for the teapot:

Unscrew the cap and let the soda sit open for a while.
As soon as the gas bubbles stop rising, pour the drink into the kettle about halfway.
Now it remains to bring the liquid to a boil.
Finally, we thoroughly rinse the container to remove any remaining scale. That's all.

By the way, if you intend to clean a snow-white or light-colored teapot with soda, then it is better to use a colorless drink for these purposes - for example, Seven-Up, Sprite. "Pepsi" or "Fanta" can leave their characteristic shade on the walls of the container.

Method number 4: soda + citric acid + vinegar

Let’s say right away that the method is for the most severe and advanced cases. It should not be used for electrical devices at all.

How to descale a kettle here:

Pour water into a container, add 1 tbsp. spoon of baking soda.
Bring the solution to a boil, then drain it.
Fill a container with fresh water. We will already dissolve citric acid in it - 1 tbsp. spoon. We will simmer over low heat for half an hour. The composition is merged again.
Refill the kettle with fresh water and dissolve 1/2 cup of vinegar in it. Boil again for half an hour and drain.

In most cases, this three-step procedure is enough for the scale to gradually disappear on its own. One way or another, even if left, it will become pliable and soft. Therefore, you can easily remove it with a regular soft dish sponge. But we strongly recommend that you do not use metal or hard brushes or sponges for cleaning teapots.

You can use a slightly different version - vinegar + soda:

Fill the kettle 2/3 full with water.
Add baking soda at the rate of 1 tbsp. spoon per 1 liter of water.
Boil the mixture for half an hour.
Discard this solution.
Add fresh water, stir vinegar in it - 1/2 cup per 1 liter of water.
Boil again for half an hour.
Drain the solution and rinse the kettle thoroughly.

Method number 5: soda

This method is equally good for both enameled and metal containers. You can descale your kettle with baking soda like this:

Fill a container with water and add 1 tablespoon of baking soda.
Then we put the kettle on the stove and bring it to a boil over low heat.
So the solution is boiled in it for another half hour.
Then we drain the composition, rinse the kettle, fill it clean water and send it back to boil. This step will allow us to remove any remaining soda from the inner walls of the kettle.

Method number 6: brine

Quite an unusual folk method. How to descale a kettle using a solution for preserving tomatoes, cucumbers, squash and other tasty pickles? The scheme is similar:

Pour the brine into the kettle and place the container on the fire.
Bring to a boil.
Boil until the scale begins to move away from the walls.
Rinse the kettle thoroughly after cleaning.

Why is brine so good? The fact is that it contains citric acid, which helps remove limescale deposits. By the way, brine does an excellent job of removing rust from iron salts in the same kettle.

Method number 7: potato peelings

We also hasten to introduce you to a waste-free descaling method - potato peelings. But we note that it will only cope well with slight growths on the walls of metal and enamel teapots.

Here's how we'll do it:

Potato peelings First of all, you need to rinse thoroughly to remove dirt.
Place them in a teapot and fill with water.
Place the container on the fire and bring the brew to a boil.
Remove the kettle from the stove and leave to steep for several hours.
Then pour out the cleaning water and rinse the container thoroughly.

And also, a note to the housewife - do not rush to throw away the peelings of apples or pears. If you brew them according to similar instructions, you can get rid of a small whitish salt scale on inside containers.

Special means

As you can see, you can easily descale a kettle using improvised means that can be found in almost every home. However, in our article we will not ignore special substances that effectively cope with the problem.

The recognized leaders will be “Cinderella” and “Antinakipin”. Use according to instructions. It is no different from what we described above - the product is also added to the water, after which it is poured into the kettle and boiled. At the end of the procedure, the container is thoroughly washed from chemical preparation.

After cleaning...

So we figured out how to descale a kettle. No matter which method you used, after cleaning we recommend that you do the following:

Rinse the inside of the container thoroughly.
Boil water in a kettle once or twice “idle”, not for drinking.

The fact is that not all cleaning products used will be useful if they enter your body along with tea or coffee.

Prevention of the problem

The methods we have presented are quite simple and effective. But it’s still better to prevent a problem than to fix it. Therefore, we present to your attention several effective recommendations that will help you encounter scale in your kettle quite less often:

Don't forget about preventative cleaning. It should be done at least once every 1-2 months. Gentle means such as brine, peeling apples or potatoes are suitable here.
Get a water filter. Although it will not rid the liquid of all impurities, it will significantly reduce the amount of salts in it. This means that much less scale will form.
As soon as you have finished drinking tea, pour out the remaining water at the bottom of the teapot. Don't forget to rinse the container before adding fresh water.
A good option- purchase bottled water. Or, if possible, use spring or melted water.

Now you know how to quickly and effectively descale a kettle. We also advise you to listen to preventive recommendations that will help you encounter this problem as rarely as possible.

Scale not only worsens the taste of boiled water, but also serves as a kind of fur coat that prevents the heating element from actively giving off heat. As a result, it may fail prematurely. How to effectively remove deposits and return the kettle to its shiny appearance?

There are many folk ways for descaling the kettle at home, previously they were used by our grandmothers mainly for cleaning metal teapots, which were impossible to break. Everything that came to hand was cleaned.

Lemon acid

Fits for simple and electric kettles made of of stainless steel or glass
It is forbidden use for metal, enamel teapots.
pros: cost savings.
Minuses: helps with minor stains

Citric acid helps restore cleanliness not only to kettles, but also to washing tubs automatic machines. The principle of operation is quite simple. The acid loosens deposits and helps water dissolve them.

In order for the teapot to acquire virgin purity, you need 1-2 tsp. dissolve powder in 1 liter. water and boil in a cleanable container. If your water is very hard and deposits build up quickly and in large quantities, then the procedure should be repeated a couple of times. In this case, you are more likely to achieve the desired result.

To prevent deposits, use strong solution citric acid (1 sachet per 1 liter of water) for cold dishwashing. There is no need to boil anything. Simply dissolve the powder in the liquid.

Remove limescale from a kettle with vinegar and soda

Vinegar, soda and citric acid

Cleaning the kettle with soda

Fits for regular, enameled and electric kettles.
pros: safety, accessibility, cheap way, which will help get rid of old scale.
Minuses: May leave scratches on surfaces.

Alkaline solutions cope with deposits somewhat worse than acids. However, if nothing else is at hand, you can also resort to soda. Moreover, boiling in a soda solution effectively cleans not only teapots, but also smoked pans and pots.

Pour 1-2 tsp into a three-liter kettle. soda and boil water with it for about half an hour. Then let the water cool and wash the container in the usual way. If dirt still remains, repeat the procedure a couple more times.

Cleaning the kettle with Coca-Cola

Fits for all types of kettles, except electric ones. Care must be taken when cleaning enamel models.
pros: effective method.
Minuses: The dyes contained in the drink may stick to the surface of the device.

What housewives don’t do with the famous American drink. It turns out that it copes with hard water deposits just as well professional means. Before. How to start cleaning, open the bottle and let the soda sit overnight so that the gas comes out of it.

Pour the drink into the kettle up to half the volume. Boil and rinse with a soft sponge or cloth.

When working with Cola, you need to take into account that light plastic may become stained. Use this method carefully in devices with an open heating element.

Cucumber pickle and tomato

Fits for all types of teapots.
pros: availability, cost savings (since by and large, is a handy home remedy)
Minuses: does not remove heavy dirt from the surfaces of dishes, may leave bad smell which can be felt when water is boiling.

Some housewives claim that boiling brine in a kettle removes scale as well as citric acid. How plausible is this? Can salt dissolve salt? There is a rational grain in this, since the recipes of many marinades include vinegar. It creates an acidic environment in which magnesium salts can easily dissolve.

So, for work you will need one and a half liters of brine from tomatoes or cucumbers. Boil it in a kettle, then wash the container as usual.

Peeling apples and potatoes

Fits for enameled, metal, electric kettles.
pros: accessibility, environmental friendliness, cost-effectiveness.
Minuses: does not help get rid of stubborn plaque.

Apple and penny peelings contain fruit organic acids. They can be used to remove light plaque. It is enough to boil water with the addition of cleaning agents, and the deposits can be easily washed off.

Potato - alkaline product. Its action is similar to soda. You need to use potato peels just like peeling fruits. Just boil it in water and rinse the dishes thoroughly.

Heavy artillery

Fits for all models.
pros: high efficiency, helps get rid of the most difficult stains.
Minuses: chemical composition, may cause a local reaction in the body. Be sure to use rubber gloves while cleaning.

In severe cases, gentle methods are ineffective. In this case, you have to use stronger means. Keep in mind that these procedures cannot be used frequently. Otherwise electric kettles may fail.

Vinegar. For 1 liter of water, take 1 glass of 9% vinegar. Boil the solution in a cleanable kettle and hold for 15 minutes over low heat (if the cookware is enameled or made of stainless steel).
Facilities household chemicals . There are a great many different anti-scale agents. Before use, you must carefully read the instructions and make sure that the selected composition is suitable for your type of cookware. The manufacturer is required to notify users that the ingredients in the product may damage the plastic, rubber gaskets or metal bushings of the kettle. If there are no such marks, anti-scale agent can be safely used. Examples of popular anti-scale chemicals: ChistoFF, Planet Pure Spray, Selena, Doctor TEN universal, HG, Cinderella.

Cleaning features for teapots of various materials

Plastic and glass

Glass counts universal material, because it can withstand exposure to aggressive substances. It’s not for nothing that laboratory glassware is made from it. However, it is worth remembering that glass surfaces do not like abrasives. If you use soda for cleaning, do not rub it against the walls of the kettle, but only boil the soda solution.

Plastic equally does not like products with bleach and dyes. Therefore, it is better not to experiment with Coca-Cola, Fanta and fruits in plastic containers.

Enamel and stainless steel

Enamel can be colored in the presence of bright dyes, regardless of their composition. In addition, it does not tolerate sudden changes in temperature. Therefore, you first need to fill cold water, bring it to a boil, and then rinse it either hot water, or let the kettle cool to room temperature.

Stainless steel, like glass, can withstand almost any experiment with cleaning agents. Doesn't like abrasives. Minor scratches They spoil the beautiful gloss, although they do not affect the functionality.

Electric models

You can find two types of electric kettles: with an open heating element and a closed one. In the first case, cleaning is complicated by the fact that scale gets clogged under a heating element, where it is difficult to get it mechanically. In this case, it is better to use natural or industrial chemicals.

When using acids and other aggressive substances. It must be remembered that in an acidic environment, with frequent cleanings, oil seals and rubber gaskets gradually dissolve. For this reason, it is better to alternate sour and soda procedures, and also not to let the situation get worse until you need to resort to emergency cleaning methods.

Cleaning a stainless thermos from tea deposits

The cleaning solution from the methods suggested above is poured into the thermos and left for several hours. Periodically you need to check the condition of the plaque. Rinse with soft purified water.
Avoid using abrasive products.
Wash the thermos immediately after use. Wipe the flask with a microfiber cloth. This way the water will leave much less sediment.
Ventilate the thermos after cleaning to remove odors from cleaning products.

As you can see, it’s quite easy to deal with deposits on teapots and thermoses. For this, ordinary ingredients that can always be found in the kitchen are quite suitable.

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May 22, 2017 Werri

Someone noticed that the kettle, like the stove, by the way, is the face of the hostess. Therefore, each of us should know how to descale a kettle.

Where does scale come from?

Part drinking water includes a huge amount of minerals and salts. Whatever traditional methods and you haven’t cleaned it with modern filters, even a small percentage of various impurities still remains. When heated, sodium and magnesium salts form limescale, which eats into the walls of the dishes and does not want to leave it voluntarily.

This plaque covers any type of material, so all housewives have to clean their teapots.

Why get rid of scale

Limescale has low thermal conductivity, causing water to boil more slowly.
If the kettle is electric and you are too lazy to clean it, the deposit will quickly damage the heating element.
Due to scale, water becomes tasteless. And if it boils for a long time, it will also become cloudy.

Effective ways to combat scale

How to clean a kettle using simple remedies, which can be found in every home.

Hit the scale with citric acid

Fill a full kettle of water, add 1-2 sachets of citric acid (depending on its volume and thickness of the scale). Boil it.
Let the solution cool slightly, in the meantime the acid will have time to eat away the plaque as much as possible. Drain the liquid.
Boil water with citric acid again. Drain the liquid again and rinse the kettle thoroughly.
You can replace citric acid with vinegar - 100 grams per liter of water.

Removing a thick layer of scale

If the citric acid solution does not give the expected result, try another method:

Dissolve 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 liter of water. Pour this solution into a kettle and boil for about half an hour.
Drain the resulting liquid. Pour water and add a tablespoon of citric acid, boil.
Pour water with vinegar a third time (the thicker the layer, the more vinegar), boil for 30 minutes.
After such triple treatment, the scale becomes soft and easily comes off the walls. Delete it or kitchen sponge, or a wooden spatula. Rinse the kettle thoroughly and boil it to be safe. clean water and pour it out.

Trying to clean with Coca-Cola

Before use, release all gas from the drink.
Fill half the kettle with Coca-Cola and boil.
Pour out the contents and rinse.
Some claim that Fanta and Sprite are also suitable for this purpose.

Is your kettle sparkling clean again? Isn't it time to drink some fragrant tea? Have a nice tea party and pleasant conversation!