Archive for March 11th, 2010
After you’ve been using your espresso machine for a few months, chances are you will notice some changes. Perhaps the machine doesn’t brew as quickly as it used to, or the coffee may have an acrid taste. This is particularly common in areas that use hard water, as it has a higher mineral content.
When this build up occurs in your machine, it is often referred to as lime scale. The minerals tend to collect in the areas that are in contact with heat, such as the boiler and pumps. There are several methods to remove these deposits, but the easiest and most effective solution is to use a decalcifier such as Durgol.