Discoloration in tea kettle

Discoloration in tea kettle - Close-up of Black Teapot

I have a two piece tea kettle used for brewing black Turkish Tea. The bottom part is used strictly for water (specifically faucet water), whereas the top is for steeping the concentrate of the tea.

Today I noticed some really odd discoloration on the lower portion of the kettle:

Here is an image of the lower portion of the kettle, reminder; this is only used for water, and this is post-cleaning

After some web searching I thought it was limescale so I boiled vinegar + water and cleaned it off with a rag and some baking soda, here is what the rag looked like after some scrubbing.

So my question(s) is; is this limescale? And if not, what is it? Is it fine to boil water in it like this?

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Best Answer

Yes that looks like limescale. Are your water mineral rich? Limescale comes in different colors depending on minerals in water. Mostly common, white, greyish or reddish. Iron.

Vinegar may leave a taste, so you can considder to buy commercial descaler from the supermarket.

Should be totally safe to boil water in.



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Quick Answer about "Discoloration in tea kettle"

What are those brown-coloured stains inside an electric kettle that looks like rust? They are called "limescale" and is formed as a result of boiling water. Limescale is mainly comprised of calcium carbonate and the amount is ultra-little and harmless to the body.

How do you clean a discolored kettle?

Removing MarksSoak your kettle for anywhere between 20 minutes and two hours, depending on the degree of the burn. Once you've soaked your pot, sprinkle it with baking soda and, using a wet, slightly abrasive sponge or brush with a few drops of dish soap, begin to scrub.

How do you remove oxidation from a kettle?

For a deep clean: If you're dealing with both mineral deposits and rust stains, combine 2 tablespoons baking soda, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and water in the kettle. Boil for 30 minutes, making sure that there's always water in the kettle. Let cool, then rinse thoroughly and dry.

How do I get rid of brown limescale in my kettle?

How to remove limescale with a natural limescale remover
  • Fill the kettle \xbe full of either water and one lemon, or with equal parts water and vinegar (household vinegar is fine).
  • Let it soak for one hour.
  • Boil the kettle (three times for lemon, once for vinegar)
  • Allow it to cool, then rinse thoroughly several times.


    • Can tea kettles get moldy?

    Mold: If your kettle has a filter, you need to clean or change it frequently. Otherwise, the damp interior is the perfect place for mold to grow and thrive. This can also happen if you leave water in your kettle often.


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