Removing the mineral buildup in your kettle is also known as “descaling,” which you may be familiar with if you own a coffee or espresso maker. Method 1: With Vinegar ...

It easy to clean and descale the inside of an electric kettle with vinegar, lemon juice or baking soda. ... If you've ever cleaned a Keurig coffee maker, it should look familiar.

Becky Gill recommended a regimented approach: "Citric acid powder. 50g. Bring it to the boil. Rinse. We live in Cambridge - hard water. I do it once every two weeks." ...

While you might know how to descale your Breville coffee maker or how to remove limescale from your shower glass for a streak-free shine, your kettle needs some TLC too.

Electric kettles often have a capacity of 1.5 to 1.7 liters, or around 6 to 7 cups, so this solution may require as much as 1½ cups of lemon juice. You might need up to two pounds of lemons ...