How to get rid of the smell of plastic in a teapot?

Pure, normal drinking water should not smell anything. If you just bought a household appliance, it is best to take the purchase back to the store. How to get rid of the smell of plastic in the teapot so that you can enjoy your favorite tea if you don’t take the purchase back or just do not want to part with the teapot? We will tell you how and how you can bring a new purchase in order.

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Causes of odor in an electric kettle

Boiling water in plastic kettles is not harmful. Damage to health can be caused by factors that are characterized by the appearance of a chemical odor. Specialists distinguish such causes of the taste and smell of plastic in the teapot:

1. The composition of the plastic may include low-quality dyes. Such a kettle needs to be thoroughly washed, otherwise it can harm health.
2. Process oil may remain on the surface of the inside of the kettle. This problem is eliminated by a good wash.
3. The smell of chemistry can occur when the equipment is overly sealed at the factory. The technique is washed and the unpleasant aroma is neutralized.

Important! There are cases when the device is generally better to throw away. Washing at any level will not protect your health from intoxication in such cases:

• For manufacturing low-quality cheap plastic was used, in which plasticizers are present in excess. When heated, harmful substances enter the water, and with it, into your body. You can exclude this item by reading the instrument passport data.
• If initially there was no smell, and then it appeared - this means that the plastic is destroyed and it is time to change it.

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How to use the kettle?

Given all the above facts, a reasonable question arises: why use plastic kettles at all? The answer is very banal - they are available and can fully satisfy all your needs regarding water heating.

Such household appliances can serve for a long time, if you adhere to the following rules:

• draw only the right amount of water that you use at a time;
• do not double-heat one water;
• Do not leave water in the kettle.

Important! When you are convinced that your equipment is made of high-quality material, and you know how to care for it correctly, you can begin to resolve the issue of how to get rid of the smell of plastic in the kettle if it is very obvious and bothers you.

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How to remove the smell of plastic from the kettle?

Special means for removing odors can not be used. Since this is a food preparation device, cleaning products should be as natural as possible. For the process of neutralizing stench, you will need:

• lemon peels;
• lemon acid;
• vinegar;
• soda;
• Sprite drink
• Bay leaf.

Important! The tools at hand can be used not only to eliminate odors in the kettle. Find out about their versatility on our helpful tips portal in a separate review “Hydrogen peroxide, soda, vinegar - how to use at home?”.

As you can see, all funds are safe and most of them are available. You can get to work.

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We clean the kettle

There are several ways to use the above tools.

Method number 1

If you have lemon peels left, they are perfect to get rid of the smell of plastic in the teapot. To do this, follow this step-by-step instruction:

1. Fill the kettle ½ part with lemon peels.
2. Fill the remaining half with water.
3. Boil and leave for 12 hours.
4. Boil the cooled water again.
5. Drain and peel.
6. Rinse the instrument under running water.

Method number 2

Lemon peels can be replaced with citric acid. It is cheaper and besides, with its help you can get rid of scale on the walls of the vessel. This tool works like this:

1. Pour two bags of citric acid, 25 g each, inside the appliance.
2. Fill with water to the maximum mark.
3. Boil until it turns off.
4. Leave overnight to “soak”.
5. Boil again in the morning, and wash in clean water.

Important! Do not forget to clean and brewing kettle. We devoted a separate publication to this subject, in which you will find detailed tips on choosing and caring for it. Follow the link “How to choose a teapot?”.

Method number 3

If citric acid is not found, replace it with acetic acid to get rid of the smell of plastic. This is also quite an effective remedy for unpleasant odors and bacteria. When working with vinegar, proceed as follows:

1. Pour ½ tbsp into the appliance 9% vinegar.
2. Fill with water to the extreme mark.
3. Heat the water without boiling.
4. Repeat the procedure several times.

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How else can I remove the smell from the kettle?

If you do not have the above funds available or they did not help you, then you can remove unwanted aromas using such methods.

Method No. 1

Baking soda, in addition to any flavor, removes a number of other contaminants. Instructions for use:

1. Fill the appliance with water.
2. Add 3 tbsp. soda.
3. Boil water and let it cool.
4. Repeat the procedure three times.
5. Finally, rinse the kettle thoroughly.

Method No. 2

Rather tough and alternative, but effective method, using the drink "Sprite". With it, you can easily get rid of the smell of plastic, as well as plaque in the kettle, if any:

1. Pour the drink to the “maximum” mark.
2. Boil the contents.
3. Flush the appliance.

Method 3

Any vessel will very well relieve spice from various stench - bay leaf, if used as follows:

1. Pour the contents of one bag into the kettle.
2. Fill with water to the maximum mark.
3. Boil a few times and let the water cool.
4. Wash the appliance in running water.

Important! If all the procedures with the kettle have been successful - it's time to invite guests to chat over a cup of fragrant tea or coffee. Our individual reviews will help in organizing a pleasant atmosphere for communication:

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These simple tips will help you clean the kettle from unwanted odors and undoubtedly enjoy the pleasant aroma of tea or coffee in the mornings and evenings.