Make limescale disappear from your moka pot using some simple DIY remedies
Coffee lovers are divided into two broad categories: those who use the traditional moka pots (like those used for American and Italian coffee), and those who prefer to use machines with pods or capsules. There are many factors that can influence this choice, but it is certain that when coffee is an indispensable daily ritual, and to prepare it we use the classic metal appliance that goes on the stove, it is inevitable that, sooner or later, we notice calcareous deposits (also known as "limescale") on its' interior (particularly in the tank) and traces on the external surface.
If the external deposits are mostly an aesthetic factor, those in the tank must be eliminated, and we show you here some methods to do this without any effort.
For the interior:
- White vinegar (wine, alcohol, apple): Fill the tank as when making coffee, with just vinegar or one part of water and two parts of vinegar, and then start cycle. Be careful - using vinegar like this has the disadvantage of wearing out the rubber seal faster, even if it is a very convenient way to clean the whole appliance thoroughly.
- Similarly, you can dilute a teaspoon of citric acid in hot water following the same procedure. If you want to work with a slightly abrasive sponge, it is better to sprinkle the inside of the tank with a little baking soda first and then pour in vinegar, thereafter rubbing the inside with the sponge.
- Another version of this last method is to replace the baking soda with table salt and the vinegar with lemon juice.
For the exterior:
- You can make the outside shine by preparing a soft paste obtained by mixing two tablespoons of baking soda and one part water. Wipe it on the surface with a soft sponge, and it will have a delicate abrasive action that removes limescale stains - then rinse and dry off thoroughly.
- Similarly, you can make a paste using citric acid.
- Again, you can soak the sponge with vinegar or lemon juice and pass it directly over the stains.
These are very economical methods for routine maintenance of our moka pot. Which is your favorite?
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