Sunday, October 25, 2009
Magnet Ball - Product Review
The Norwex Magnet Ball has to be one of the most under-rated items in the Norwex Catalog. Norwex describes the Magnet as a money-saving device that removes calcium molecules from the water by magnetically attracting them to the inside of the ball; making the water behave as "soft" water. They recommend that you use the Magnet Ball in both your dishwasher and washing machine. Note: Not to be used in front loading washing machines.
By softening the water, the premise is that you will save money on detergent in your dishwasher and washing machine because you can use 50% less soap.
I haven't been able to find any scientific information that will confirm the claim that Norwex makes but from personal experience, I can tell you that it does work. I live in the city and supposedly have
treated water but still use the magnet ball. Approximately every 3 months I have to use the small end of a baby bottle brush to clean out the inside of the magnet ball. What gathers inside the ball is a hard black crust - definitely a mineral material attracted by the magnet.
For those outside of the urban areas without treated water, the magnet ball may provide some help; but the only way to truly soften the water is to have a water softener outside the house before the water enters the system. This runs true to "smelly cloths" as well. If your water is full of minerals, your Norwex cloths will smell the same as your old cloths did as it is your water that is causing it. They will need to be soaked in vinegar and then boiled for 10 - 15 minutes to get the smell out of them.
I firmly believe that Norwex is correct in their statements. I leave the Magnet Ball right in my washing machine and use 1/2 of a scoop of Norwex Ultra Power Plus Laundry Detergent. (Approximately 1 tablespoon) Our laundry has been done like this for over 2 years now and I am perfectly happy with the results. It has also driven the very toxic fabric softener out of our home.
The Magnet Ball is 6cm x 5cm x 5cm and carries a 5 yr. warranty
By softening the water, the premise is that you will save money on detergent in your dishwasher and washing machine because you can use 50% less soap.
I haven't been able to find any scientific information that will confirm the claim that Norwex makes but from personal experience, I can tell you that it does work. I live in the city and supposedly have
treated water but still use the magnet ball. Approximately every 3 months I have to use the small end of a baby bottle brush to clean out the inside of the magnet ball. What gathers inside the ball is a hard black crust - definitely a mineral material attracted by the magnet.
For those outside of the urban areas without treated water, the magnet ball may provide some help; but the only way to truly soften the water is to have a water softener outside the house before the water enters the system. This runs true to "smelly cloths" as well. If your water is full of minerals, your Norwex cloths will smell the same as your old cloths did as it is your water that is causing it. They will need to be soaked in vinegar and then boiled for 10 - 15 minutes to get the smell out of them.
I firmly believe that Norwex is correct in their statements. I leave the Magnet Ball right in my washing machine and use 1/2 of a scoop of Norwex Ultra Power Plus Laundry Detergent. (Approximately 1 tablespoon) Our laundry has been done like this for over 2 years now and I am perfectly happy with the results. It has also driven the very toxic fabric softener out of our home.
The Magnet Ball is 6cm x 5cm x 5cm and carries a 5 yr. warranty
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1 comments:
Your blog is looking fabulous Karen!
Its great to see that you are doing so well and building such a wonderful business with Norwex.
You are an absolute gem and a valuable asset to our team!
Keep up the good work!
Brandy Burge of www.NorwexCleaningSupplies.com
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