Cleaning the kettle: the best tips and tricks
You should not only regularly clean a kettle for hygienic reasons. Lime residues that accumulate over time also impair its function. In this article we show you how to get the kettle really clean.
Clean the kettle - regular care is important
A kettle is a practical household appliance that is often used. Accordingly, the device can also become dirty.
- You can easily clean the outside of a kettle with a damp cloth. It is important to disconnect the device from the mains beforehand.
- With a stainless steel kettle, fingerprints are easy to see. As a rule, these also disappear when wiped with a damp cloth. You may also need to use a little detergent.
- You can also wipe the inside of the kettle with a damp, soft cloth.
- Make sure that no water remains in the kettle. On the one hand, germs can spread quickly in a warm, humid environment, and on the other hand, the device calcifies faster.
Free kettle from lime - these home remedies help
Cleaning the kettle also requires regular descaling of the device. You don't have to resort to chemistry. There are numerous home remedies that dissolve the lime.
- Vinegar: Vinegar is an excellent decalcifying agent. Mix vinegar essence with water in a ratio of one to two and add the solution to the kettle. Let the vinegar boil briefly if the lime is gone.
- Baking powder: Even baking powder is a real all-rounder in the household. Fill the kettle with water and dissolve a packet of baking soda in it. Heat the water and let the solution work for about half an hour.
- Acetylsalicylic acid: The pain reliever known as ASA or aspirin contains acid that dissolves the lime in the kettle. Fill the kettle with water and add two or three of the tablets.
- As soon as the tablets have dissolved, switch on the kettle and let the water boil. Then this home remedy must also work for about half an hour.
In our next post, we'll explain why boiling water in the kettle is louder than in a pot.