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How to Clean Kettle residues?

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How to Remove Residues from My Electric Kettle

I’ve been using inexpensive brown paper cups to fill my electric kettle (I know, it’s not the best choice), and I’ve started to notice some small residues in the water. I’m pretty sure it’s from the cups.

How can I get rid of these residues? Thanks in advance!

Edit: I’m starting to think the issue is definitely with the cups, as my kettle is brand new and this didn’t happen with my previous one when I didn’t use paper cups. Sometimes I even reused the cups since I only used them for non-food items, so I didn’t pay much attention to cleanliness before.

I appreciate any advice! Just a heads up—it’s an electric kettle, so I hope the methods you suggest will be safe! Thanks again!

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    It sounds like you’re dealing with some pesky paper residue in your kettle! Don’t worry; there are a few effective ways to clean it out. Here are some steps you can follow:

    1. Rinse Thoroughly: Start by pouring out any remaining water and rinsing the kettle a few times with clean water. This will help remove some of the loose paper particles.

    2. Vinegar Solution: Fill the kettle halfway with equal parts water and white vinegar. Let it sit for about an hour. The acidity of the vinegar will help break down the paper residues.

    3. Boil the Vinegar Solution: After letting it sit, bring the vinegar and water solution to a boil, then turn off the kettle and allow it to sit for another 15-20 minutes. This will help loosen any remaining debris.

    4. Scrub Gently: Use a soft sponge or cloth to scrub the inside of the kettle gently. Avoid using anything abrasive that might scratch the surface.

    5. Rinse Again: Once you’ve scrubbed, pour out the solution and rinse the kettle thoroughly with clean water to remove any vinegar and loosened residues.

    6. Baking Soda (Optional): If there’s still residue left, you can try a mixture of baking soda and water (about 1-2 tablespoons of baking soda in water). Let it sit for a while, then scrub and rinse.

    7. Final Rinse: Make sure to do a final rinse after using any cleaning agent to ensure no residual taste remains.

    8. Air Dry: Let the kettle air dry completely before using it again.

    Going forward, it might be a good idea to switch to proper measuring cups or other alternatives to avoid further residue build-up.

    Hope this helps, and happy cleaning!

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