Hard water, or water rich in minerals, can be a major headache in both institutional and commercial kitchens. From clogged plumbing and decreased water pressure to inefficient equipment performance and the formation of limescale, the problems caused by hard water are numerous—and they don’t stop there. The mineral buildup can alter the taste of food and beverages, which is something we unfortunately can’t fix for you. However, we can offer advice on maintaining your equipment to mitigate the effects of hard water. If you’re dealing with hard water in your kitchen, our first recommendation is to invest in a high-quality water filtration system—not just for the entire facility, but also for individual pieces of equipment that rely on water, such as dishwashers, steamers, kettles, and ice makers. At Cook’s, we can help you find the perfect water filter for your needs, offering products from trusted brands like Everpure, Ice-O-Matic, Hoshizaki, and Scotsman. While a water filter is essential, regular cleaning and descaling of your equipment is equally important. Some larger appliances, like steamers, come equipped with built-in descaling programs. But smaller yet frequently used items, like coffee urns, require manual attention. Without an automatic descaling feature, it’s crucial to follow proper cleaning procedures to keep your equipment running smoothly. Below, we’ve outlined the steps to descale a coffee urn, a process that can also be applied to other kitchen equipment like coffee brewers. 1. **Prepare the Descaling Solution**: You can either buy a pre-made descaling product or create your own solution using easily accessible, food-safe, and non-toxic ingredients. A simple mixture of white vinegar and fresh lemon juice (mixed in equal parts with warm water) works wonders and is budget-friendly. For most coffee urns, you’ll need around two quarts of this solution. 2. **Run a Brewing Cycle**: Pour the prepared descaling mixture into the urn, ensuring the stem and basket are removed. Close the lid and power on the urn to run a full brewing cycle. After the cycle completes, allow the urn to soak for at least 15 minutes while keeping it powered on to maintain heat. Once soaked, drain the urn through the serving spigot to ensure the solution flows through completely. 3. **Clean the Coffee Urn**: Let the urn cool before following your usual cleaning routine. This step ensures any lingering flavors from the lemon juice or vinegar, or residual descaling chemicals, are removed. With the limescale and mineral buildup gone, your coffee urn will operate more efficiently than ever. How often you need to descale depends on the hardness of your water. If scaling occurs frequently or becomes severe, consider reaching out to us at Cook’s to explore water filtration options.
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