Domestic Softeners Datasheet

Water is considered "hard" if it contains a lot of calcium or magnesium dissolved in it. Hard water causes two problems: It can cause "scale" to form on the inside of pipes, water heaters, calorifiers, boiler, tea kettles and so on. The calcium and magnesium precipitate out of the water and stick to things. The scale doesn`t conduct heat well and it also reduces the flow through pipes. Eventually, pipes and other equipment can become completely clogged. Hardness also reacts with soap to form a sticky scum, and also reduces the soap`s ability to lather. Since most of us like to wash with soap, hard water makes a bath or shower less productive. In laundries more soap will be required adding to the operating costs.