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If you have recently purchased a dishwasher and have not yet decided which detergent to use, we suggest you try Frau Schmidt. These tablets have collected such conflicting user reviews about themselves that we could not ignore them. A short review awaits you: the composition, features and prices of Frau Schmidt tablets.
Frau Schmidt: about the brand
The German brand has long been known among European consumers, but it has recently appeared on the Russian market. Manufacturers are showing increased attention to problems that are difficult to solve with the use of conventional household chemicals. What dishwasher products does Frau Schmidt offer?
- For cleaning washing machines and dishwashers.
- To remove unpleasant odors.
- For washing children’s dishes.
Action and composition
What effect can be achieved by using the All in One tool? Manufacturers promise:
- removing fat from dishes;
- salt and rinse aid in the composition;
- protection of surfaces and parts of PMM from limescale;
- shine of glass products and their protection against corrosion;
- protection of silver cutlery from clouding;
- maximum effect even at low temperatures;
- activation of substances for a stronger cleaning power;
- lack of stains and stains on the dishes;
- neutralization of unpleasant smells in the loading tank of the dishwasher.
To understand where such a strong effect from the use of relatively inexpensive tablets comes from, it is worth understanding their composition. The ingredients, according to the manufacturer’s information, were selected according to the EU recommendations:
- phosphates They are mainly used for water softening. In high concentrations, these compounds can adversely affect human health (allergies, reduced immunity, and even infertility) and the environment (contribute to the excessive development of microflora in water bodies, causing water blooms). The optimal amount of phosphates should not exceed 15%. The concentration of these substances is not indicated on the packaging, so safety conclusions are difficult to draw.
- Phosphonates – similar to phosphates, but organophosphorus. They are considered not so harmful, but the volume is again not indicated. Therefore, it is difficult to say whether these pills should be considered dangerous.
- Oxygen bleach – BIO additive that replaced unsafe optical brighteners in household chemicals. Needed to wash persistent plaque, lipstick marks, etc.
- Non-ionic surfactant – surfactants. In low concentrations, they perfectly replace conventional surfactants. The volume is unknown – few conclusions can be drawn.
- Polycarboxylates – detergents with a reduced content of chlorides. They are bio-degradable substances. Enhance the action of surfactants, soften water, fight stubborn dirt.
- enzyme – enzymes that can cope with protein and carbohydrate stains on dishes.
- Aromatic additive (perfume). How important it is in the composition, you decide. Many users frankly do not like the aromatic substances in the composition of detergents. If this is acceptable in powders for clothes, then dishes with a smell are not for everyone.
Application, packaging and price
Dishwashing tablets “Frau Schmidt” are supplied in four packages: from 15 to 100 pieces. Consider the prices for them, focusing on the OZON online store:
- A package with 15 tablets costs 209 rubles (weight 300 g).
- A pack twice as large in volume – 30 pieces – costs 284 rubles (600 g).
- 60 pieces will cost you 729 rubles (1200 g).
- A pack of 100 tablets without a discount will cost 1019 rubles. From time to time there is a discount, so you can buy 100 pieces at a price of 815 rubles (2000).
As you can see, it is much more profitable to buy a large package. If in a small pack the price of one capsule is 13,9 rubles, then in a large pack you will pay only 10,9 rubles for one piece. At a discount, 1 capsule will cost even less: 8,15 rubles.
How to use Frau Schmidt dishwasher tablets? The instruction is indicated on the package, we will duplicate it.
Important! One tablet is designed for one washing cycle.
- Clean the dishes of food residues and properly load them into the dishwasher tank.
- Remove the protective packaging from the capsule and place it in the special compartment for the 3-in-1 universal remedy.
- Select the appropriate wash cycle and start the programme.
- If the dishes have medium pollution, a temperature regime of 55 degrees is suitable. For heavily soiled dishes (or if your area has very hard water), choose a 65 degree cycle.
Important! If the water hardness exceeds 5,4 meq/l, additionally use regenerating salt and rinsing agent. To check the hardness level, search the network for a regional hardness table or use test strip.
Given the not the safest composition, we recommend that you do not forget about the precautions:
- Store in a well-closed container in a dry place.
- Do not store near food.
- Choose a storage location that is out of the reach of children and pets.
- Avoid contact with eyes. If this happens, rinse eyes with water and seek medical attention.
- The ambient temperature for safe storage should not exceed 40 degrees.
User Reviews
Here are the most detailed user reviews from popular review sites.
MamaTanya 2016
For my Electrolux ESI 4620 RAX dishwasher, I originally bought Pills Finish Powerball All in 1. Later it turned out that they cost a lot of money, so I started looking for the same effective, but less expensive detergent composition. I always buy a large pack, at least 60 pieces – it’s more profitable.
The cardboard box has all the necessary information: composition, method of application and even precautions. I was not too lazy to unpack the pill (if you look at it, it’s better to do it with gloves on!). Each pad consists of 3 layers: powder, salt and rinse aid.
Impressions: washes wonderful and no worse than “Finish”. No excess soap suds, no streaks even on glass. Like “Finish”, it washes EVERYTHING, except for burnt places on pans and pots – they have to be cleaned manually. Despite the fragrance in the composition, the dishes DO NOT SMELL. Since I often use a half load, I got used to sawing the capsule in half. I warn you right away – the pressing is very hard, so you need to make an effort, but it does not crumble like others.
Unfortunately, other users think otherwise – there are a lot of negative comments about “Frau Schmidt” on the network.
FinderGreen007
I bought Frau Schmidt solely because of the price. Still bribed the German production. The combination of “price-quality” is obvious: they cost little, wash poorly. Only “fresh” dishes are washed well, and the plates left in the morning and washed in the evening are not completely washed. Single life is often dumplings. These infections constantly stick, and so the “Frau” cannot wash these stuck pieces, unfortunately.
SOFO4KA1985
My advice to you: don’t throw money away. From German there is only a name. I’m still a coffee lover, so all the time a mountain of cups with a touch. “Finish” and “Somat” always washed them, but “Frau” never did. Despite the fact that they cost a penny, it’s still a pity that I spent money.
How many people, so many opinions. We have our own opinion on this matter: for those who need an inexpensive and effective tool for daily use, this is not a bad option. Frau Schmidt is not suitable for fans of ECO chemistry due to inaccuracies in the composition and the presence of phosphates and surfactants there. If you have experience with these pills, please share with us in the comments.