Could you have a “hard water” problem?

Could you have a “hard water” problem?

Dull, cloudy glassware. Clogged shower heads. Tub and sink stains. Dry, itchy skin. Brittle hair. Stiff laundry. Poor appliance performance. Soap that just won’t lather. You’ve tried cleaning products, detergents, moisturizers and conditioners – but nothing seems to help.

 

Sound familiar? You probably have hard water .

Hard water contains high levels of magnesium and calcium and is a common problem in both rural and municipally-treated water. These minerals leave whitish scale deposits on your appliances, sinks, clothing and skin that commonly cause stains and dry skin. As scale deposits build up inside water heaters, it takes longer and longer to heat water, resulting in higher energy bills.

Thankfully, a water softener can easily remove these minerals through ion exchange. As water passes through the system, undesired “hard” ions are exchanged with soft ones. Installed on the main water line, softeners allow your family to enjoy fresh, soft water – from the kitchen tap and dishwasher, all the way to the shower.

 

Water tip: How to get rid of pesky hard water stains

Until you invest in a softener, you can remove water stains with lemon or vinegar. The acid in these common ingredients naturally breaks down mineral deposits, allowing you to polish glassware, sinks and tubs.

 

Do you think you may have hard water ? Comment below with your water woes, and we’ll be able to suggest some solutions!



In simple terms, hard water is high in Calcium and/or Magnesium. Hard water does not easily form lather with soap or detergents and tends to leave white scaly deposits on toilet fixtures, bath tubs, shower heads etc. Hardness of water is measured in “grains per gallon” (GPG) or “parts per million (PPM)”. 1 GPG = 17.1 PPM

 

Hardness of water Degree of hardness
Less than 1 GPG Soft
1.0 to 3.5 GPG Slightly hard
3.5 to 7.0 GPG Moderately hard
7.0 to 10.5 GPG Hard
10.5 GPG and above Very hard

Common evidence of hard water include

– whitish deposits on dishes and glassware
– High soap usage & need for fabric softeners
– Dry, itchy skin and scalp after showers
– Extra work to remove soap curd on bathtubs & shower stalls
– High energy costs, possibly due to scale build-up in pipes and on appliances
– Scale build up in sinks, tubs, faucets & appliances

Hard water can be removed by Rainfresh Water Softeners

In simple terms, hard water is high in Calcium and/or Magnesium. Hard water does not easily form lather with soap or detergents and tends to leave white scaly deposits on toilet fixtures, bath tubs, shower heads etc. Hardness of water is measured in “grains per gallon” (GPG) or “parts per million (PPM)”. 1 GPG = 17.1 PPM

 

Hardness of water Degree of hardness
Less than 1 GPG Soft
1.0 to 3.5 GPG Slightly hard
3.5 to 7.0 GPG Moderately hard
7.0 to 10.5 GPG Hard
10.5 GPG and above Very hard

Common evidence of hard water include

– whitish deposits on dishes and glassware
– High soap usage & need for fabric softeners
– Dry, itchy skin and scalp after showers
– Extra work to remove soap curd on bathtubs & shower stalls
– High energy costs, possibly due to scale build-up in pipes and on appliances
– Scale build up in sinks, tubs, faucets & appliances

Hard water can be removed by Rainfresh Water Softeners

In simple terms, hard water is high in Calcium and/or Magnesium. Hard water does not easily form lather with soap or detergents and tends to leave white scaly deposits on toilet fixtures, bath tubs, shower heads etc. Hardness of water is measured in “grains per gallon” (GPG) or “parts per million (PPM)”. 1 GPG = 17.1 PPM

 

Hardness of water Degree of hardness
Less than 1 GPG Soft
1.0 to 3.5 GPG Slightly hard
3.5 to 7.0 GPG Moderately hard
7.0 to 10.5 GPG Hard
10.5 GPG and above Very hard

Common evidence of hard water include

– whitish deposits on dishes and glassware
– High soap usage & need for fabric softeners
– Dry, itchy skin and scalp after showers
– Extra work to remove soap curd on bathtubs & shower stalls
– High energy costs, possibly due to scale build-up in pipes and on appliances
– Scale build up in sinks, tubs, faucets & appliances

Hard water can be removed by Rainfresh Water Softeners

In simple terms, hard water is high in Calcium and/or Magnesium. Hard water does not easily form lather with soap or detergents and tends to leave white scaly deposits on toilet fixtures, bath tubs, shower heads etc. Hardness of water is measured in “grains per gallon” (GPG) or “parts per million (PPM)”. 1 GPG = 17.1 PPM

 

Hardness of water Degree of hardness
Less than 1 GPG Soft
1.0 to 3.5 GPG Slightly hard
3.5 to 7.0 GPG Moderately hard
7.0 to 10.5 GPG Hard
10.5 GPG and above Very hard

Common evidence of hard water include

– whitish deposits on dishes and glassware
– High soap usage & need for fabric softeners
– Dry, itchy skin and scalp after showers
– Extra work to remove soap curd on bathtubs & shower stalls
– High energy costs, possibly due to scale build-up in pipes and on appliances
– Scale build up in sinks, tubs, faucets & appliances

Hard water can be removed by Rainfresh Water Softeners