"Calgon": the composition of the detergent for descaling

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

Every housewife tries to keep her apartment (house) clean. It all starts in the hallway. The kitchen, hall, bedroom and even the bathroom are cleaned by a good hostess. In addition, you need to monitor the condition of your assistants: vacuum cleaner, refrigerator, stove, washing machine. Each household appliance needs an individual approach, that is, its own cleaning or detergent.

There are a lot of companies producing household chemicals on the world market. Each has its pros and cons. But in this article we will consider the most popular remedy - Calgon. Its composition, characteristics and methods of application will be described below.

"Kalgon" 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, as the powder prevents the appearance of scale on the "insides" of the washing machine.

Characteristics and description of the powder

Calgon powder helps soften water and prevent scale formation. Initially, scale forms on most of the internalparts of the machine due to the hardness of the water. In the future, all this can lead to breakdown. Repair or replacement of parts will cost a pretty penny, and it is not known how long the “donor part” will work. To avoid such problems, the water must be softened. Ordinary powders do not cope with this task, and Calgon comes to the rescue. The composition of the powder allows you to protect the vital organs of the washing machine.

"Calgon"

Product type	Household chemicals
Tool type	Powder
Net weight	550g, 1.1kg, 1.6kg
Product cost	From 300 rub. up to RUB 800
Shelf life	2 years
Storage temperature	Indoor, out of sunlight
Manufacturer	Russia
Other types of Calgon	Gel, tablets

Gel and tablets perform the same functions as the powder. They also protect the washing machine from limescale. You choose what to use - powder, gel or Calgon tablets. Description, composition of detergent with powder are identical.

Using any Calgon product, you leave your washing machine in perfect condition.

Detergent ingredients

Now let's take a closer look at the composition of "Calgon" for a washing machine.

Composition of the product

Polyethylene glycol	Less than 5%
Microcrystalline cellulose	From 5 to 15%
Polycarboxylates	15 to 30%
Citric acid/other acids	Not available
Other substances	Tripolyphosphate, soda

The composition of the Calgon powder gives off a delicate aroma. Together, these chemicals do not affect human he alth in any way. But the he alth of your washing machine depends, on the contrary, only on them. As with 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. Avoid getting the powder in the eyes, otherwise rinse thoroughly with water. Do not take internally! If the powder is ingested, drink 1-2 glasses of water and seek help from a hospital. Apply strictly as directed. It is recommended to add with each wash, mixing with regular powders. Do not leave near food.

Application

Use "Calgon", the composition is described above, you can only wash things by adding it to the detergent tray. It is not suitable for other household appliances. A small amount of powder must be added with each wash, according to the requirements for soft water. If you purchased Calgon tablets, their composition is the same, then one tablet will be enough. It is not recommended to fill the drum with powder. Perfect for all kinds of fabricssafe.

First you need to open the washing machine tray. It is divided into three compartments. The smallest is designed for pouring aromatic products needed when rinsing. Usually such a compartment is marked with a special symbol. The remaining two large compartments are needed when washing. In the first compartment, using a measuring spoon, you need to pour the right amount of powder. Close the drawer and set the desired washing function. Further, the machine and "Calgon" will cope with everything themselves. After the allotted time, it will be possible to get clean clothes from the washing machine protected from scale.

The result of using the product

More often than not, hard water flows from our taps. You ask, what is this? Hard water always leads to the formation of deposits, scale. All this is formed on all the internal parts of your washing machine. With each wash, hard water passes through many parts, leaving a mark on them. Ultimately, your machine will quickly break down. As mentioned above, repairs will be quite expensive, and the result of further work of the washing machine is unknown.

During any wash, the heating elements of the washing machine are heated to a temperature of 100-110 ° C. "Calgon", 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 quality of the wash will remain the same. In addition, Calgon will help maintain softness andcolor for your items.

Is it important to use Calgon?

Housewives who do not face such a problem may wonder: “Is Calgon necessary”? It's safe to say "Yes! Needed! As mentioned above, "Kalgon" softens the water. And now let's figure out what will happen if you do not add it when washing.

Without water softening, scale will form on the parts. This can lead to unexpected breakdowns. The gradual build-up of scale makes the washing machine inefficient, and the washing result changes over time. Small particles will settle on the fabrics of clothing, while making it stiff. In addition, the clothes will lose their color vibrancy and take on a grayish tint.

When using "Calgon", 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 fabrics, so things will remain soft. We can say that by adding Calgon with each wash, you protect not only your machine, but also your things.

Cost

The range is not great. Under the name Kkalgon, they produce powder, gel and laundry tablets. Each of them is the same in composition, but different in shape. More about each.

Product cost

	Gel		Powder			Pills
Manufacturer	Italy		Russia			Italy
Storage	2 years		2 years			2years
Net weight	750ml	1500 ml	550g	1100g	1600g	12 pcs	35 pcs
Price 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 goods depends on the volume (weight), but not on the manufacturer. The price ranges from 300 to 800 rubles. But what kind of remedy to choose - gel or powder - the hostess herself decides.

Citric acid or Calgon

Many housewives are wondering: “What is better to use when washing: citric acid or Calgon?” Let's find out.

As described above, due to its composition, Calgon protects the washing machine and clothes during washing. Thanks to him, the machine works efficiently and will last you twice as long. The composition is identical for the entire Calgon assortment. 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 to run an empty drum with the addition of citric acid no more than once a year and set it to “Normal wash”. Thanks to this, your washing machine will be doubly protected, and the drum will acquire a brilliant shade.

Therefore, to the question of what is better to use, we can say that with each wash -Calgon, and once a year - citric acid.

Customer reviews

After studying customer reviews, we can draw the following conclusions. 85% of housewives use Calgon with every wash. Description, composition are indicated on the packages. Women are very satisfied with the tool and do not want to switch to using something else. Another 10% of women use other means, 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 car from breakdowns, not believing in advertisements.

Advice for housewives

Here are some tips about Calgon powder. Ingredients: sodium tripolyphosphate (photo below), polyethylene glycol, cellulose and other substances. They will take care of all the internal parts of the car in the best possible way. Add Calgon with every wash. Clean it additionally with citric acid (once a year). Alternate laundry detergents. Take care of your helper.

S alt included in the "Calgon" (composition) - sodium tripolyphosphate, is a food stabilizer. This s alt interacts with substances such as polyethylene glycol and polycarboxylates, breaks down and acts on lime deposits. Those, in turn, soften and, under the influence of acids, are separated from the parts of the machine. Thus, your equipment will be in excellent condition, and you will not have to worry about its condition or wait for it to break.

Result

Protecting the washing machine from breakdowns is a must. Calgon does it best. There is a wide range of these products 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 will help and which will harm your technique. According to research results, "Calgon" is recognized as the best defender of washing machines. With "Calgon" the amount of consumed washing powder is reduced, it saves energy and does not spoil either linen or machine parts. After comparing the washing technology, it became clear that the heating elements reach 100 ° C faster with clean “insides”. If everything is covered with scale, then it will take much more electricity and time to heat up to the same 100 ° C.

The world's leading manufacturers of washing machines recommend the use of this product. Take care of your household appliances properly! And then she will delight you with a long service and careful care of your things.