Do you use Calgon?

kazmeister

We replaced our washing machine in January with a new Bosch. The plumber who came and fittted it, came from a family run business where they sell both new and reconditioned machines (which they do themselves). He asked me to put a load on while he was there which I thought a bit odd until he saw the amount of powder and fabric conditioner I was using. He told me to use half of what I was of both as he said any more would just clog up the machine and wouldnt make a difference to the cleaning.

He also said that a new machine was the time to use CALGON or soda crystals. Calgon PREVENTS the build up of limescale but cannot get rid of it. He said to use 1 tablet every 4 or 5 washes to keep it clean. I alternate every 4/5 washes with calgon and SC.

[Deleted User]

I only ever use one washing tablet per wash, as my clothes are changed daily they are rarely that mucky It's not as though I am down the pit evey day I could never see the point of using two washing tablets

nesssie1702

Thankfully I live in an area where the water is very soft, so have never used Calgon, nor have I used vinegar/soda crystals in my wash either.

Am I right in thinking that vinegar and soda crystals will both do the job of neutralising the limescale because of their acidic pH? (The limescale will be have an alkali pH - knew that Chemistry would come in useful!?!)