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On average, every three to four months. If you use the machine daily or live in a hard-water area, do it more often. The descaling indicator on your machine is a good guide.

With normal use, two to three cups a day, descaling every two to three months is enough. If you use the machine more often or have hard water, monthly descaling is wiser. Many machines will give a notification when it is time.

Check that you completed the full descaling cycle and did not skip the rinse step. On some models, such as the Genio S Extra, you need to restart the machine after descaling to reset the light. Refer to your model's manual for the exact steps.

Universal descalers available at supermarkets and drugstores can work well for many coffee machines. Always check whether the product is compatible with your brand and model. When in doubt, choose the product recommended by your machine's manufacturer.

Vinegar contains acetic acid and dissolves limescale. Nevertheless, most manufacturers advise against using vinegar. The strong smell penetrates the internal parts and is difficult to remove. In addition, vinegar can attack rubber parts and seals. Preferably use a product specifically developed for coffee machine maintenance.

Professional descalers are often more concentrated and suitable for intensive use in catering environments. Household descaling products are designed for home use and are safer to handle without specialist knowledge. For home use, a household descaler for the coffee machine is sufficient.

Durgol descaler for Dolce Gusto and the official NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto descaling kit are both suitable. Choose a product specifically developed for high-pressure espresso machines. Do not use products that are not intended for this type of machine.

With daily use, descaling every 6 to 8 weeks is recommended. If you use the machine less often, every 2 to 3 months is sufficient. Some machines automatically notify you when descaling is needed.

A descaler for a coffee machine is specially formulated to be safe for the materials in coffee makers, such as rubber seals and metal heating elements. General descalers may contain harsher substances that can cause damage.

Vinegar is not recommended for descaling a coffee machine. It can damage internal components and the vinegar smell can linger in the machine, which negatively affects the taste of your coffee. Choose a dedicated descaling product.

Descaling it yourself is straightforward. Buy a suitable descaler, follow the steps in your machine's manual, then rinse thoroughly. No technical knowledge required.

Use a descaler that suits your type of machine. Follow the instructions in your coffee machine's manual and on the packaging of the descaling product. Always rinse thoroughly with clean water afterwards.

Start with a coffee scale, the right coffee filters for your machine and a water filter. These three accessories have a direct impact on the taste of your coffee. If you have an espresso machine, add a tamper to your starter kit.

Clean your machine daily with warm water and use a coffee cleaner or descaler monthly. Replace the water filter regularly. This keeps your machine working well and your coffee tasting fresh.

The most-used home barista accessories are a coffee scale with timer, a tamper, a distributor and a knock box. For pour-over coffee, a gooseneck kettle is essential. With these tools you have a solid foundation at home.