Limescale is a real scourge for modern washing machines. Especially suffering from salt deposits is the heater, which is constantly in contact with water. The worse the water in your water supply (hard), the faster the plaque. As a result, the machine constantly needs cleaning, and in its absence - in repair. Therefore, mankind has invented such a universal tool as decalcifier for washing machines.
Next, we will consider everything related to this cleaning product: composition, types, reviews and analogues that you can do with your own hands.
The composition of antiscale
Antinakipin is the general name for a group of anti-plaque agents. Its composition may vary depending on the manufacturer. The form of release may also be different: liquid, powder or in paste.
It makes the plaque softer and removes it from the machine parts, and also has a preventive effect. On sale there are compounds that additionally have anti-corrosion and disinfectant properties. And if too well-known variations, such as Calgon, are used only for prophylaxis, then antiscale works quickly and at one time is able to remove a large amount of scale from the heater and other elements of the SMA.
In the composition of anti-scale, acids are mainly used for washing:
- Sulfamic acid (up to 30%) is used as the basis for every second powder or gel.
- Another ingredient: citric acid salt - sodium citrate, in a concentration of not more than 1/3 part.
- Among other components, ammonium chloride and thiourea are often found.
- In addition, manufacturers often add dyes, fragrances and components to the product for the care and prevention of SM parts.
To study the composition in detail, see the description on the label directly in the store.
Types of descaler, user reviews
To choose a really working anti-scale, you should familiarize yourself with the composition and reviews of some brands common in the household chemicals market.
"Cinderella"
Cinderella is available in both powder and liquid form. The latter is more common than powder. The standard bottle holds 0.25 liters. One bottle is used for one cleaning procedure.
To clean the AGR from scale, you need to pour the contents of the bottle into the drum without laundry and start the washing cycle with a temperature in the range of 40-50 degrees.
Un momento
How to use decalcifier for washing machines
Un Momento anti-scale is a concentrated liquid that, according to the manufacturers, quickly copes with limescale and does not harm the plastic and steel parts of the SMA. Of the features we note the following:
- Recommended for use by leading brands of washing machines.
- Non-toxic, harmless.
- No fillers or ballast components.
- Available in disposable packaging.
It is used this way: pour 3 doses of the product into an empty drum, start the washing mode with a 60-degree temperature, wait until the program ends.
The composition contains organic food acids, special food mixtures of alkali metal salts and prepared water.
Scrubman
The manufacturer positions the "Scrubman" as anti-scale No. 1. Suitable for getting rid of scale in any washing machines. Available in packs of 250 g each. Organic acid and complexing agent.
Feedback:
Hello. Having bought a machine, I immediately thought about the fight against water hardness. My husband offered to put a filter, but I like manual methods of struggle - it's cheaper. I have been using Scrubman for over a year now - once a month I drive a car with him and no problems. Of course, I get my underwear, fall asleep only in an empty tank! The washing temperature is 60 degrees. I tested this tool with time, and I can confidently say that it works. The price of the product in my store near the house was only 65 rubles, in the supermarket I saw it was more expensive, but still not higher than a hundred. Recently I found a liquid half-liter option - even more convenient and economical.
Elena, Tver.
Chistoff
Belarusian descaler with “thermonuclear” composition: purified water, hydrochloric acid, sodium laureth sulfate, dye. Having studied customer reviews, we came to the conclusion that even with such an aggressive composition, the product does not cope with cleaning large layers of scale. Therefore, it is hardly worth the risk and buy so aggressive chemicals with such a minimal effect.
How to use anti-scale and clean the washing machine
When thinking about how to use chemistry for descaling SM, look at the label of the selected product. Typically, dosages are indicated on the bottle or packaging. Each means has its own dosage, this is important. If you buy portioned cleaners - there will be no problems: use 1 dose for 1 cleaning. And for large packages, reading the instructions is mandatory.
There are general rules for using all descaling agents:
- Cleaning the washing machine only occurs when the drum is empty.
- Using funds, proceed carefully. Keep chemistry away from skin and eyes. Use personal protective equipment: glasses, a respirator or at least gloves.
- Do not exceed the permissible dosage.
Now you know how to clean your washer with antiscale. And what if you do not trust the purchased funds, and the problem of hard water needs to be somehow solved? You will find ideas and tips below.
How to make antinaikpin yourself
It will probably not be a secret for you that the most common means that can be found in everyday life or in any store can fight with scum. So, here is the rating of funds that can be used instead of store chemistry:
- lemon acid;
- Coca-Cola;
- vinegar essence (diluted).
Want to clean your machine cheaply and efficiently? Using the "lemon", pour it directly into the drum (packs of up to 100 g are enough), start the laundry at idle temperature of 40 degrees.
If you want to use Coca-Cola, then you will need about 3 liters of sweet drink. Sorry to pour the drink into the machine? Ask the store if they have an expired batch - for SMA this one is also suitable.
Using vinegar essence, measure 50 g of liquid, diluting it with half a glass of water. Pour the liquid into the drum, start the 40-degree mode.
Make a decalcifier with your own hands or buy a ready-made product in a store and use it about 2 times a year to protect the machine from breakdowns.