Method
- Fill the kettle halfway with equal parts water and white vinegar, or water with a spoonful of citric acid
- Bring to the boil, then switch off and leave for about fifteen minutes
- Pour it away and scrub any remaining scale with a soft brush
- Fill with clean water, boil and discard it two or three times to remove the taste
Slow it down
- Empty the kettle after use instead of leaving old water in it
- Use a filter jug in hard-water areas
- Descale every month or two
Good to know
- Do not descale with the kettle plugged in and boiling over
- Rinse thoroughly, and discard the first boil after descaling
- Check your kettle's manual, because some manufacturers recommend a specific descaler
Common questions
Is limescale harmful?
It is not usually harmful, but it makes a kettle less efficient and can look and taste unpleasant.
Would you rather we did it for you?
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