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Water Hardness in CT14 Deal

Supplied by Southern Water • Kent, South East

0 200 400 261 ppm
Hard
261
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
18.3°
Clark Degrees
14.6°
German Degrees (dH)
26.1°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Deal (CT14)

The water in postcode district CT14 is classified as hard with a hardness level of 261 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 56 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Southern Water, which serves the South East region. Southern Water draws water from sources that naturally contain dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium compounds.

What Does Hard Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ! Significant limescale buildup in kettles, pipes and boilers
  • ! Soap scum on shower screens and taps
  • ! Higher energy bills from scale in heating elements
  • ! Dry skin and dull hair after washing
  • ! White residue on dishes and glassware

Solutions for Hard Water in Deal

At 261 ppm, you may benefit from a water softener or filter to reduce limescale and improve water quality.

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How CT14 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
CT14 Deal
261 ppm
261 ppm
UK National Average
205 ppm
205 ppm

Nearby Areas

CT13
Sandwich
260 ppm
CT15
Dover
262 ppm
CT16
Dover
263 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in CT14 Deal?
The water in CT14 Deal has a hardness level of 261 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as hard. This is 56 ppm above the UK national average of 205 ppm.
Which water company supplies CT14?
CT14 Deal is supplied by Southern Water. Southern Water serves the South East region.
Is the water in CT14 safe to drink?
Yes. Hard water at 261 ppm is safe to drink. Water hardness affects taste and can cause limescale, but it is not a health risk. In fact, hard water contains beneficial minerals like calcium and magnesium.
How can I reduce water hardness in CT14?
For hard water at 261 ppm, a whole-house water softener is the most effective solution. You can also use a jug filter for drinking water, descaling products for appliances, and a shower filter for better skin and hair.
What does 261 ppm water hardness mean?
261 ppm means there are 261 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 18.3 Clark degrees, 14.6 German degrees, or 26.1 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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