How could something that boils water ever get dirty? The mineral make-up of your water can make all the difference with an electric tea kettle. If you have hard water, you might notice chalky, white ...

If your morning cup of tea has started to come with a side of crusty white flakes, it’s time to clean your electric kettle. That chalky buildup is limescale, and it’s more common than you think. The ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In general, electric kettles are very low-maintenance. But one thing to watch for is mineral buildup — ...