DeLonghi Gurgol descaler

AlanD

Anyone know where in Ireland I could buy Durgol descaler/decalcifier for my coffee machine?

I can get some off eBay, but at this time of the year I won't get them 'til after Christmas, so I'm wondering what shop sells the stuff.

Thanks...

Slaphead07

The electrical shop in Harolds Cross, opposite Kenilworth Motors, sell Gaggia descaler. I imagine it's much the same.

IsThatSo?

I run a 50/50 mix of white vinegar and water through the machine to clean/descale. Have to run plain water through for a bit afterwards.

Eco friendly:)

AlanD

I migh try the white vinegar mix if I don't have any luck sourcing the other stuff.

Actually, will any descaler do? Like a normal kettle one?

Thanks

MarcoB

AlanD wrote: »

Actually, will any descaler do? Like a normal kettle one?

http://www.theme-gifts.com/durgol-decalcifying-liquid.html

Why should you not decalcify your espresso machine with citric acid or vinegar?

- During decalcification with decalcifiers on citric acid basis, residue can form and clog the fine lines and valves of your espresso machine. Lime deposits can become sealed under an unremovable layer of residue formed by the citric acid. Finally, decalcifying with citric acid works 10 times more slowly than with durgol� swiss espresso�.

- Decalcification with vinegar or vinegar essence produces an unpleasant smell because of the acetic acid in vinegar. The plastic in your espresso machine can absorb an objectionable taste which will then leach into your espresso and compromise its quality.

- Certain plastics can be damaged by acetic acid, and as is the case with citric acid, decalcifying with vinegar works considerably more slowly than with durgol� swiss espresso

Dunno how true all that is. I would prefer a citric based one myself. Bags of citric acid powder are available cheaply in Asian food stores, make sure it is fully dissolved. Most kettle ones I see are lactic (milk) acid, or citric.

Gran Hermano

I use the Puly descaler.

http://www.ristrettocoffee.com/shop/Scripts/prodList.asp?idCategory=28

desiredbard

AlanD wrote: »

Anyone know where in Ireland I could buy Durgol descaler/decalcifier for my coffee machine?

I can get some off eBay, but at this time of the year I won't get them 'til after Christmas, so I'm wondering what shop sells the stuff.

Thanks...

Damn
Its the only one I know as well
Nothing Northside or navan....?

donnacha

Bewleys online sell Urnex descaler. http://www.buy4now.ie/Bewleys/Product/Descaler/200435/5.0