Limescale is a deposit of hard salts on the walls and bottom of a kettle that forms when water boils.
Scale not only spoils the appearance of the kettle, but also worsens its operation, increases energy consumption and can affect the taste and quality of drinks. Therefore, it is necessary to regularly carry out preventive maintenance and clean the kettle from scale.
There are many ways to get rid of scale, but one of the simplest and most accessible is to use cucumber brine.
Brine is the liquid in which cucumbers are pickled. It contains acetic and lactic acids, salt and various spices that help dissolve scale and give the kettle a shine.
To clean a kettle using cucumber brine, you will need the following ingredients:
- cucumber brine (preferably without sugar and dyes) - about 500 ml;
- water - about 500 ml;
- sponge or brush for washing dishes.
The process of cleaning the kettle looks like this.
- Mix brine and water in equal proportions and pour the resulting liquid into the teapot.
- Turn on the kettle and bring it to a boil. Turn off the kettle and leave it for 15-20 minutes to allow the brine to work on the scale.
- Empty the kettle and rinse it under running water. If there are traces of scale on the walls or bottom, remove them with a sponge or brush.
- Rinse the kettle again under running water and dry it with a towel or paper towels.
Your kettle is ready to use! You will notice that it has become shiny as new, and its performance has improved. Cucumber brine not only effectively removes scale, but also disinfects the kettle from bacteria and fungi. In addition, it gives a pleasant aroma to drinks.
Cucumber brine can be used not only to clean the kettle, but also for other kitchen appliances, such as a coffee maker, multicooker or steamer. You can also add brine to water for washing dishes or floors - it will act as a gentle cleaning and refreshing agent.
Try this simple and affordable way to descale your kettle using cucumber brine - you won't regret it.
This will not only help extend the life of your kettle, but will also make your life healthier and more enjoyable.
