descaler
Calcium buildup dissolver
A descaler is a chemical product that removes limescale—the chalky mineral buildup that accumulates in kettles, coffee makers, pipes, and appliances that heat water.
The active ingredients, typically acids, dissolve calcium carbonate deposits: Run the descaler through your espresso machine once a month.
To descale is to apply such treatment.
Disperse into liquid
- removeTake something away
- decalcifyRemove calcium deposits
- softenMake less firm
- loosenReduce tension or grip
neutralize · clean · restore · flush · soak · treat · prevent · maintain
Spouted vessel for heating water
- coffee-makerAppliance that brews beans
- ironElement twenty-six
- steamerVapor-powered vessel
- humidifierMoisture-adding appliance
boiler · dishwasher · showerhead · faucet · teapot · sterilizer · evaporator · pipes
Acidic cooking liquid
- sequestrantAgent binding unwanted ions
- biodegradableAble to decompose naturally
- eco-friendlyNot harming the environment
- industrial-strengthExceptionally powerful or durable
Mineral buildup from water
- buildupGradual accumulation over time
- calciumElement twenty, builds bones
- magnesiumAlkaline earth metal
- residueMatter left behind
crust · chalky · encrustation · blockage · sediment · rust · stains · watermarks
Regular sequence of actions
- preventiveMeant to stop trouble
- regularOccurring at fixed intervals
- monthlyOccurring each lunar cycle
- quarterlyFour times annually
instructions · frequency · efficiency · lifespan · performance · warranty · clogging
dissolve
Disperse into liquid
loosen · neutralize · clean · restore · flush · soak · treat · prevent · maintain · rinse
kettle
Spouted vessel for heating water
- coffee-makerAppliance that brews beans
- ironElement twenty-six
- steamerVapor-powered vessel
humidifier · boiler · dishwasher · showerhead · faucet · teapot · sterilizer · evaporator · pipes · toilet
vinegar
Acidic cooking liquid
- sequestrantAgent binding unwanted ions
- biodegradableAble to decompose naturally
- eco-friendlyNot harming the environment
limescale
Mineral buildup from water
- buildupGradual accumulation over time
- calciumElement twenty, builds bones
- magnesiumAlkaline earth metal
residue · crust · chalky · encrustation · blockage · sediment · rust · stains · watermarks · film
routine
Regular sequence of actions
- preventiveMeant to stop trouble
- regularOccurring at fixed intervals
- monthlyOccurring each lunar cycle
quarterly · instructions · frequency · efficiency · lifespan · performance · warranty · clogging
- cleanerscleaner, cleaners, maids, maid, detergent
- removersremover, stain remover, paint remover, rust remover, adhesive remover
- Descalerscitric acid
- fish processingfish processing, deboner, fillet knife, factory ship, blast freezer
- Metal Chemicalsetchant, flux, pickle, brightener, activator
- water hardnesshard water, soft water, water hardness, calcium, magnesium
descalersealant
Gap-blocking substance
protective coating · polish · wax · stain guard · varnish
descalerscale
Measure of relative size
limescale · hard water · sealer · coating agent · protective film