Each housewife tries to monitor the cleanliness in her apartment (house). It all starts with the entrance hall. The kitchen, living room, bedroom and even the bathroom are washed by a good hostess. In addition, you need to monitor the status of your assistants: a vacuum cleaner, refrigerator, stove, washing machine. Each household appliance needs an individual approach, that is, its own cleaning or detergent.
In the world market there are a lot of household chemicals companies. Each has its pros and cons. But in this article we will consider the most popular tool - Calgon. Its composition, characteristics and methods of application will be described below.
"Calgon" appeared relatively recently and immediately took a leading position. This tool is used for washing machines. Thanks to him, your machine will last twice as long, since the powder prevents the appearance of scale on the "inside" of the washing machine.
Characterization and description of the powder
Calgon Powder helps soften water and prevent scale formation. Initially, scum forms on most internal parts of the machine due to the hardness of the water. In the future, all this can lead to damage. Repair or replacement of parts will cost a pretty penny, and it is not known how long the “donor part” will last. To avoid such problems, water must be softened. Conventional powders cannot cope with this task, and Calgon comes to their aid. The composition of the powder allows you to protect the vital organs of the washing machine.
Calgon| Product type | Household chemicals |
| Type of facility | Powder |
| Net weight | 550 g, 1.1 kg, 1.6 kg |
| Cost of goods | From 300 rub. up to 800 rub. |
| Shelf life | 2 years |
| Storage temperature | Indoor, no sunlight |
| Manufacturer | Russia |
| Other types of funds "Calgon" | Gel tablets |
The gel and tablets perform the same functions as the powder. They also protect the washing machine from scale. Choose what to use - powder, gel or Calgon tablets. Description, detergent composition with powder are identical.
Using any product from Calgon, you leave the washing machine in perfect condition.
Detergent composition
Now we’ll take a closer look at the composition of Kalgon for a washing machine.
The composition of the funds| Polyethylene glycol | Less than 5% |
| Microcrystalline cellulose | 5 to 15% |
| Polycarboxylates | 15 to 30% |
| Citric Acid / Other Acids | Are absent |
| Other substances | Tripolyphosphate, soda |
The composition of the Calgon powder emits a delicate aroma. Together, these chemicals have no effect on human health. But the health of your washing machine depends, on the contrary, only on them. Like all other powders, you can touch without gloves. Fall asleep with a measuring spoon so as not to “overdo it”.
Keep out of the reach of children. Keep away from direct sunlight. Be careful not to get the powder in your eyes; otherwise, wash thoroughly with water. Do not take inside! If powder gets inside, drink 1-2 glasses of water and seek help at the hospital. Apply strictly as directed. It is recommended to add at each wash, mixing with ordinary powders. Do not leave near food.
Application
Use "Calgon", the composition described above, you can only do laundry, adding it to the tray for washing powder. It is not suitable for other household appliances. For each wash, a small amount of powder must be added according to the requirements for soft water. If you purchased Kalgon tablets, their composition is the same, then one tablet will be quite enough. It is not recommended to put powder into the drum. For all types of fabrics is completely safe.
First you need to open the tray of the washing machine. It is divided into three compartments. The smallest is designed to fill in the aromatic products needed when rinsing. Typically, such a compartment is marked with a special symbol. The remaining two large compartments are needed when washing. Using the measuring spoon , pour the right amount of powder into the first compartment. Close the compartment and set the desired washing function. Next, the machine and the “Calgon” themselves will cope with everything. After the allotted time, it will be possible to get clean items from a scale-protected washing machine.
Result of using the product
Most often, hard water flows from our taps. You ask, what’s wrong here? Hard water always leads to the formation of deposits, scale. All this forms on all the internal details of your washing machine. With each wash, hard water passes through many parts, leaving a mark on them. Ultimately, your machine will break down quickly. As mentioned above, repairs will be quite expensive, and the result of further operation of the washing machine is unknown.
During any washing, the heating elements of the washing machine are heated to a temperature of 100-110 ° C. “Kalgon”, due to its chemical composition, dissolves and softens hard water. Thus, it protects all important parts of the machine from the formation of scale on them. After that, the washing machine will work twice as long, more efficiently, and the washing quality will remain the same. In addition, Calgon will help maintain the softness and color of your things.
Is using Calgon important?
Mistresses who are not faced with a similar problem may wonder: “Do I need a Kalgon?” It is safe to say, “Yes! Need! ". As mentioned above, Calgon softens the water. And now we will analyze what will happen if you do not add it during washing.
Without water softening, scale forms on the parts. This can lead to unexpected breakdowns. The gradual appearance of scale makes the washing machine ineffective, and the washing result changes over time. Small particles will settle on the fabric of the clothing, while making it stiff. In addition, clothing will lose its color brightness and take on a grayish tint.
When using Kalgon, the internal parts of the washing machine will be in good condition, and things will not lose their color. Scale particles will not settle on the fabric, so things will remain soft. We can say that by adding “Kalgon” at every wash, you protect not only your machine, but also your things.
Cost
The assortment is not great. Under the name Kcalgon, they release powder, gel, and laundry tablets. Each of them is the same in composition, but different in shape. About each in more detail.
Production cost | Gel | Powder | Tablets |
| Manufacturer | Italy | Russia | Italy |
| Storage | 2 years | 2 years | 2 years |
| Net weight | 750 ml | 1500 ml | 550 g | 1100 g | 1600 g | 12 pcs | 35 pcs |
| Cost from | 300 rub | 500 rub | 300 rub | 500 rub | 700 rub | 300 rub | 700 rub |
As you can see from the table, the cost of the goods depends on the volume (mass), but not on the manufacturer. The price ranges from 300 to 800 rubles. But what kind of remedy to choose - gel or powder - is decided by the hostess herself.
Citric Acid or Calgon
Many housewives ask themselves: “What is better to use when washing: citric acid or Calgon?” Let's figure it out.
As described above, due to its composition, Calgon protects the washing machine and things during washing. Thanks to him, the machine works efficiently and will last you twice as long. The composition is identical for the whole assortment of “Kalgon”. Citric acid is not included. However, in itself, it helps to get rid of unwanted scale. It is not advisable to use citric acid with each wash.
To clean scale and limestone, it is recommended that no more than once a year run an empty drum with the addition of citric acid and put on a “Normal wash”. Thanks to this, your washing machine will be double protected, and the drum will acquire a brilliant shade.
Therefore, when asked what is better to use, it can be said that with each wash - “Calgon”, and once a year - citric acid.
Customer reviews
Having studied customer reviews, we can draw the following conclusions. 85% of housewives use “Kalgon” for every wash. Description, composition are indicated on the packages. Women are very happy with the remedy and do not want to switch to using something else. Another 10% of women use other drugs, considering them the most effective. 2% prefer to “clean” their washing machine with citric acid, believing that it protects better than powders or gels. The remaining 3% do not protect their machine from damage, not believing in advertisements.
Tips for Housewives
Here are some tips for Calgon powder. Composition: sodium tripolyphosphate (photo below), polyethylene glycol, cellulose and other substances. They will take care of all the inside of the machine best. Add Calgon with each wash. Clean it additionally with citric acid (once a year). Alternate laundry detergents. Take care of your assistant.
The salt included in Calgon (composition) - sodium tripolyphosphate, is a food stabilizer. This salt interacts with substances such as polyethylene glycol and polycarboxylates, breaks down and acts on calcareous deposits. Those, in turn, soften and under the influence of acids are separated from the machine parts. Thus, your equipment will be in excellent condition, and you will not have to worry about its condition or wait for it to break.
Total
Protecting the washing machine from breakdowns is a must. This is best done by Calgon. A large range of these products is presented on the market. In addition to all of the above, you can turn to folk remedies for help. However, it is not known exactly which one will help and which one will harm your technique. According to research, Calgon is recognized as the best defender of washing machines. With Calgon, the amount of washing powder used is reduced, it saves energy and does not spoil laundry or machine parts. After comparing the washing technique, it became clear that the heating elements reach 100 ° C faster with clean “interiors”. If everything is covered with scale, then it will take a lot more electricity and time to heat up to the same 100 ° C.
Leading global manufacturers of washing machines recommend the use of this tool. Follow your home appliances correctly! And then she will delight you with a long service and careful care of your things.