Water Problems
Over 60% of the UK lives in a hard water area. This essentially means that when water is heated, hard scale forms on washing machines, showers, dishwashers, combination boilers and taps. This gets worse the longer it is left, leading to expensive maintenance costs or the expense of buying a replacement.
1. Water Hardness
There are two types of hardness.
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Temporary hardness comes out of the water when it's heated and is deposited as scale and fur on kettles, boilers and taps. Also appears as scum or film on tea and coffee.
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Permanent hardness is unaffected by heating.
Solution: Water Softener, Scale Inhibitor, Water Filter.
2. Chlorine
Added at water treatment plants to destroy contaminants, disinfect the water and minimise bacteria. Imparts an unpleasant taste and odour.
Solution: Water Filters, Reverse Osmosis
3. Particles & Rust
Come from a gradual breakdown of the lining of concrete or iron mains, water pipes or from sediment that has been disturbed.
Solution: Water Filters, Reverse Osmosis
