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Showing posts with label descaler. Show all posts
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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Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Norwex Bathroom Scrub Mitt
Added to the Norwex product line in August, 2009 the Bathroom Scrub Mitt is similar to the Kitchen Scrub Cloth. (Microfiber fabric on one side and scrub fabric on the other side).
It has a handy hang loop for convenient drying and storage - I hang mine right in the shower for an easy reach right after showering. And it is a handy little item to have hanging around. (pun intended)
The extra-long fibers are extremely thick and are great for doing a quick wipe-down after a shower. It takes no more than about 30 seconds to wipe the excess water off the shower walls and leave them streak free. If extra attention is needed, the Microfiber scrubbing mesh on the other side of the mitt removes stubborn dirt and grime.
For cleaning older dirt and stains, the Scrub Mitt can also be used with the Cleaning Paste or the Norwex Descaler. The Mitt has an inner sponge liner for extra absorbency.
I've seen it written that the color of the Scrub Mitt matches the color of the DeScaler label!
Wow - go figure - doesn't that impress you? I bought it for its' effectiveness, not for the color.
Warranty: 2 years
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