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Solved in no time! The "dirt" on the bottom layer of your "kettle"
In winter, drinking hot water is a must— for many people, it’s literally their lifeline during the cold season. Every time you take a sip of cool water when it’s freezing outside, your whole body instantly feels chilled to the bone. Lately, the trend of health-conscious living has been gaining momentum online, and even young folks born in the '90s are now grabbing their thermos mugs to keep themselves warm and avoid getting chilly. Take a moment to check your age—aren’t you inspired to start following these younger generations’ example? When it comes to enjoying hot water in winter, most people rely on electric thermos kettles to brew their drinks. It’s practically a staple in every household: simply fill up the kettle with water, plug it in, and enjoy piping-hot beverages whenever you like. But as you probably know from experience, after using a kettle for a while, you’ll notice something annoying happening at the bottom—buildup or scale starts forming, making it less efficient and harder to clean.
2020-04-14
In winter, drinking hot water is a must— for many people, it’s literally their lifeline during the cold season. Every time you sip a cool drink in chilly weather, it feels like your whole body instantly turns icy. These days, the trend of health-conscious living is growing stronger online, and even young folks born in the '90s are now grabbing their insulated thermoses to keep themselves warm. So, take a look at your age—aren’t you inspired to start following these younger generations’ example?
In winter, many people use thermos flasks to boil water, and most households typically have one on hand—perfect for quickly heating up water whenever you want a hot drink, making it incredibly convenient. However, as you’ve probably noticed in your daily lives, after using a kettle for an extended period, scale often starts to build up at the bottom. Once this happens, it’s essential to clean the kettle thoroughly. Neglecting to do so can contaminate the water, leaving it with an unpleasant taste and even affecting the quality of the water we drink.
But what if the kettle’s spout is so small that cleaning becomes incredibly inconvenient? Using a steel wool pad to scrub forcefully might even scratch off the protective coating on the bottom of the kettle, compromising the quality of the water it heats. Don’t worry—today, Hua Hua is here to share some clever tips for effectively cleaning your kettle. Let’s take a look together!
Rice water
When cooking rice porridge, you often end up with leftover clear water containing rice particles. You can pour this rice broth into your kettle and let it ferment for a while—allowing the mixture to fully break down over several days. After a few days, the limescale will naturally flake off on its own. The downside is that during this process, the kettle becomes temporarily unusable. But trust me, it’s definitely a time-saving trick in the long run!
Rice vinegar
How can you possibly remove limescale from a kettle without using rice vinegar? Limescale is alkaline, so we can neutralize it with the acidic substances already available at home—like rice vinegar—causing it to either dissolve on its own or loosen from the bottom. Rice vinegar works wonders by softening the limescale, making it much easier to clean afterward. Simply pour the vinegar into the kettle, add a bit of water, bring it to a boil, let it sit for a while, and watch as the stubborn limescale effortlessly comes loose and falls away.
Lemon
Lemons can also be used to remove limescale buildup at the bottom of kettles. Simply slice the lemon, add the slices along with boiling water to the kettle, and let it sit for a while. This will quickly dissolve the limescale inside the kettle. Of course, the main drawback is that lemons tend to be a bit more expensive—other than that, there aren’t many other issues with this method.
Eggshell
Additionally, besides soaking in acidic water, we can also add some crushed eggshells and give it a good shake. The gentle agitation from the eggshells will effectively dislodge the limescale. However, Hua Hua recommends giving it an extra soak in acidic water afterward—it’ll deliver even better results.
Cleaning limescale isn't too difficult overall—just make sure to stay diligent in your daily routine. Many of you probably already clean it regularly while boiling water, which not only ensures better water quality but also benefits your overall health. So, have you all mastered these simple tips yet?
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