Is there anything quite as refreshing as a glass of cool water or homemade lemonade over ice? A countertop ice maker can help make this an easy, on-demand experience—but mold, bacteria, and even ...

Whoever first thought of freezing water into cube form deserves all the praise — there’s nothing better than a refreshing, ice-cold beverage. Dropping ice cube after ice cube into your drink — be it ...

Whether it’s keeping sweet tea cold or prepping for a summer get-together, a hardworking ice maker is a kitchen essential. That is, until it starts producing funky-tasting cubes or slowing down ...

If you notice that your ice maker is producing funny-looking or strange-tasting ice, or your machine has a suspicious scaly buildup on its interior, it’s time to give it a deep clean. From dust and ...

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Ready for a chilling reality? If you own a countertop ice maker, there’s a good chance it’s harboring a cocktail of gunk you’d rather not think about: mineral buildup, mold, mildew, and bacteria. But ...