Anyone who has ever owned a Keurig knows that it needs to be cleaned occasionally if you want it to continue brewing delicious coffee.
In this blog post, I’m going to show you the best way to clean your Keurig, so that it lasts for years to come. Bottom line: Follow these simple steps and your Keurig will be good as new!
What do you need?
- White vinegar
- Water
- Keurig
Over time, your Keurig will start to accumulate scale and buildup from the water you use. This can lead to decreased performance and even break your machine if left unchecked.
The good news is that it’s easy to clean your Keurig and get it back to working like new. Here’s how:
Instructions
- 1) Unplug your Keurig and empty the water reservoir.
- 2) Remove all removable parts, including the K-cup holder and drip tray.
- 3) Soak all removable parts in a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and water for 30 minutes.
- 4) Rinse all parts well with clean water.
- 5) descale your Keurig by running a solution of 1 part water and 1 part white vinegar through it. To do this, fill the water reservoir with the solution and run it through a brew cycle without using a K-cup. Discard the solution and repeat with fresh water until the water runs clear.
- 6) Reassemble your Keurig and enjoy fresh, delicious coffee!
Additional tips
- For stubborn buildup, soak parts in a vinegar solution overnight.
- descale your Keurig every few months to keep it running at peak performance.
- Use filtered water in your Keurig to reduce the amount of scale and buildup.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I clean my Keurig?
You should clean your Keurig at least once a month, and more often if you notice that it’s not performing as well as it used to. descaling your Keurig every few months will also help to keep it running at peak performance. Thanks for reading! I hope this guide was helpful.
How do I descale my Keurig?
The best way to descale your Keurig is to run a solution of 1 part water and 1 part white vinegar through it. To do this, fill the water reservoir with the solution and run it through a brew cycle without using a K-cup. Discard the solution and repeat with fresh water until the water runs clear. You should descale your Keurig every few months to keep it running at peak performance. Thanks for reading! I hope this guide was helpful.
Can I use distilled water in my Keurig?
Yes, you can use distilled water in your Keurig. In fact, using distilled water is one of the best ways to reduce the amount of scale and buildup in your machine. Thanks for reading! I hope this guide was helpful.
Conclusion:
If you’ve been struggling with a Keurig that just won’t seem to get the water hot enough no matter what you do, it might be time for a good cleaning and descaling.
This process is simple and only takes about 10 minutes, so follow along with us today and your Keurig will be running like new in no time! Have you tried this method before? Did it work for you? Let us know in the comments below.
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