Descaling your Keurig coffee maker is an important part of maintenance to ensure that your coffee maker continues to function properly and brew great-tasting coffee. The descale light on your Keurig will illuminate when the machine detects that it needs to be descaled. If you ignore the descale light, it can lead to a build-up of minerals in the machine, which can affect the taste of your coffee and eventually damage the machine.
Descaling your Keurig is a simple process that takes about 30 minutes. You will need a descaling solution, which you can purchase from Keurig or make yourself using white vinegar. Once you have your descaling solution, follow these steps:
