Lime Scale

[buttyb]

Have a dreadful problem with limescale which results in replacing washing machine kettle etc. Is there a home made recipe which would work out cheaper than calogen .

Thank you all in advance

[MargoTester]

I put a tablespoon of soda crystals in the powder drawer of my washing machine which helps to soften the water and negates the need for fabric softener. I also use white vinegar to de scale my kettle and shower head.

[rockyracoon]

I throw some white vinegar into the soap drawer when it's pulling water.

[janbee]

I put the wire mesh balls in my kettle. Certainly seems to help. I live in a very hard water area, full of chalk.

[ladybirder]

Janbee I'm near you and I have to strain the water through a tea strainer as it comes out of the kettle. Lumps of chalk in it two weeks after descaling!

[ladybirder]

Forgot to add, yes, soda crystals in the washing machine help.