Here's everything you need to tackle stubborn stains from your mugs, descale a coffee pot or remove residue from an espresso ...

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Cleaning and descaling your coffee maker are both important, but the difference between the two lies in the varying types of residue left behind after a brew.

It's just one simple ingredient!

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It takes an entire carafe full of vinegar to do a good job of descaling. Then, vinegar gives off a pretty nasty, strong smell ...

Cleaning a coffee maker may mean the difference between drinking a delicious cup of joe and ingesting a mouth full of germs. Although water and coffee beans are the only ingredients that go into ...

Your coffee maker might be brewing more than just your morning pick-me-up, including gross grime. Consumer Reports reveals easy ways to give your machine a deep-clean, whether it’s a drip or a pod ...

Regular maintenance is important.

A good cup of coffee isn't just about the beans you use or even how high-tech your machine is. To get a perfectly smooth brew, you need a machine free of mineral deposits, chlorine aftertaste, or ...