When water contains large amounts of minerals, such as magnesium, it is commonly known as
hard water. Hard
water is more difficult for household tasks, such as cooking and
washing. The minerals in this water will also stick to pots and even
pipes, eventually causing them to clog up.
Some of the benefits of using a
Water Softener can be found below:
- The slippery feeling when showering is reduced, the shower head
stays free of lime scale, soap and shampoo is easier to lather, and hair
is more luster. Clothes feel fresher, and the iron will no longer clog
with scale.
- Using washing powder and soaps is usually reduced while swimming
pools and spas stay clean and clear with smaller quantities of chlorine
and purifiers.
- Conditioned water feels softer. Less detergent and soap is needed, and the film on the water surface is reduced.
- It softens and removes existing limescale from pipes, heating elements, appliances, showers, and taps.
- Conditioned water is not only safe to drink, but it also tastes better too.
Salt is used every time a
Water Softener regenerates. Therefore, it must be checked regularly for replenishment
as necessary. Salt may be used, including rock, solar or
evaporated. Rock salt is the cheapest option, but not as soluble or
effective as evaporated or solar salt.
Hard Water Areas
Depending on where you live, you may have hard or soft water in
your area. Most drinking water in the UK is moderately hard to very
hard. Some areas have soft water supplies, including Wales, Cornwall,
Devon, and Yorkshire.
Below is a map of England and Wales showing hard and soft water areas.