What is hard water?
Hard water is simply water that contains two harmless minerals - calcium and magnesium, these minerals make it harder for the water to develop a sudsy lather.
Water is considered "hard" if the hardness measures more than 120 parts per million or 7.0 grains per gallon.
60% of water in the UK is considered hard.
Why is hard water bad?
- It scales up hot water tanks, pipes, boilers and washing machines
- It reduces the efficiency of water using appliances, which means they will eventually require servicing or replacement
- It costs you more in soaps, detergents, shampoos, descalers and bleaches (it also takes longer to clean with hard water)
- It’s harsh on your clothing, skin and hair
- It’s hard on your wallet - it costs the average family over £200 per year