Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Tetra Images/Getty Images To keep your coffee maker running smoothly (and your mornings enjoyable), you need to keep it clean.

Regular cleaning removes mineral deposits and oils that affect coffee taste and machine life Use equal parts white vinegar and water to dissolve buildup and sanitize the coffee maker Run a half ...

Performing a deep clean on a coffee maker is important to extend its useful life and ensure you’re brewing the best-tasting coffee possible. A buildup of hard water scale and rancid coffee oils in a ...