How To Clean Electric Kettle Using Natural Ingredients

An electric kettle is used for not just boiling water. Some people use it to make soup, stew, or even boil milk, making it harder to clean. Food build-up, water stains, and grime can be easily cleaned using desi hacks with natural ingredients.

Almost every house has an electric kettle for boiling water. It offers the hassle of staying in your room, heating some water, and enjoying a cup of herbal tea. But often, the surface of the kettle gets stained, and it becomes hard to clean it.

You can use chemicals, but you can never be sure whether it has left behind traces or not. The better cleaning method is to use natural ingredients that not only remove stains but also keep the appliance odour-free. 

Baking Soda

Baking soda is the holy grail when it comes to cleaning cookware in the kitchen. The mildly abrasive agent reacts with grime and grease, losing its grip, which makes it easy to clean the surface while maintaining its shine. Add a teaspoon of baking soda to a kettle filled with water and let the solution boil for at least 10 minutes. After cooling it off for 15-20 minutes, clean the kettle with a sponge. It is a good choice if you have been struggling to get rid of foul odour in the kettle.

Salt & Vinegar

Another tried and tested method to clean an electric kettle is using a solution of salt and vinegar. The ingredients can be combined to create a coarse blend that can be used to scrub the surfaces of the appliance. Don’t make the mistake of using steel wool; use a sponge and lightly rub the paste on the surface to clean deposits. Rinse it off at the end.

Cucumber Peels

If there is a mild odour and water stains, you can simply use cucumber peels to clean the kettle. The mild acidic nature of the peels makes this ingredient a must-try for cleaning an appliance. Instead of using lemon, salt, or vinegar, add peels to the kettle and boil them. The steam will get rid of most of the dirt and grime, while the process is eco-friendly, safe, and easy. It might not work on stubborn stains but can remove water stains, draw out dirt, and clean the pores.

Lemon Juice

Lemon juice has citric acid which works like a charm on dust, stains, and watermarks. It can also dissolve any kind of buildup. To a cup of water, add two tablespoons of lemon juice, and boil the solution. After 10 minutes, you will witness every stain getting cleaned with just a swipe of a sponge. Lemon will also leave behind a fresh scent.

Lemon & Baking Soda

For stubborn stains, you should prepare a hard solution of baking soda and lemon juice. The white and coarse paste can be applied to the inner walls of an electric kettle. Let it rest for 15-20 minutes and gently scrub it with a sponge. You will be surprised how easily stubborn stains will come off, leaving behind a shiny surface. Rinse off the appliance and wipe it clean with a paper towel.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is also citric in nature. Its acidity can loosen up the build-up in the kettle, facilitating quick removal instead of scrapping and scrubbing. Mix it with white vinegar and boil it with water inside the kettle. During the cooling process, steam will make it easy for you to remove the lumps of food or water marks from the surface and hard-to-reach areas. Rinse the kettle with clean water and use it effortlessly.

Rice Water

Rice water has starch, which is mildly abrasive. It has enzymes, beneficial compounds, and starch, all associated with gentle cleaning. Directly pour some into the kettle and let it sit for a while. You can swirl it in between so it covers the walls inside. After a while, pour it out and wipe off the kettle clean with a damp cloth piece. You can also rinse it but don’t forget to pat it dry with a paper towel. It works well when the kettle has grease and grime all over it, but you might have to pick another natural ingredient if the appliance has limescale or mineral deposits.

White Vinegar

Much like baking soda, white vinegar is also counted as a one-stop solution to cleaning problems in the kitchen. Its acidic nature breaks down the build-up and grime. You can get rid of stains without using chemicals, which are neither good for the appliance nor the environment. Add one cup of vinegar and one cup of water to the kettle and boil the solution. Leave it for 20 minutes to loosen up the grime and dirt, and pour it out later. Make sure to rinse the appliance thoroughly to get rid of the smell and any kind of residue. This solution works like a charm on limescale build-up because it contains acetic acid.

Citric Acid Powder

Many people have citric acid powder at home that can clean the kettle effortlessly. Fill the appliance with water and add two teaspoons of citric acid powder. Mix it and switch on the kettle. Once the solution boils, let it sit there for 30 minutes before draining. It is a natural descaler that will break down limescale deposits or any mineral deposits. If you are struggling with stubborn stains or build-up, this ingredient will work like magic.

Tamarind Pulp

Tamarind pulp is a rich source of tartaric acid, a strong agent known for removing stains and dissolving tarnish. It works on stainless steel, brass, and copper surfaces. Traditionally, it was used for polishing; thus, your electric kettle will shine bright like a new one after using this ingredient. Mix tamarind water and pulp, and heat the solution. Leave it for 30 minutes, and pour it out. You will witness water marks and stains will be gone. Rinse the kettle thoroughly and wipe it clean with a paper towel.