Calgon, Hard Water, Washing Machine

metso

Hi
I purchased a washing machine last year and haven't really considered using Calgon or a descaling product until yesterday when someone suggested putting vinegar in my Stainless Steel kettle, which I did and to my surprise, came out new this morning.

I briefly thought well if it works for the kettle, what about the washing machine, then I thought about all my clothes smelling like fish & chips or stale wine!

So I wondered is there any alternatives to Calgon, only I think it's pretty expensive.

If I did go down the Calgon route could I just use every couple of washes etc?

alternatively

like the kettle could I use and leave it in the washing machine over night?

any thoughts?

thank you

moonrakerz

See:-

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=136637&highlight=calgon