| Hard water is a widespread problem in the UK that | | | | installation as well as a monthly supply of salt. Due to |
| affects over 60% of British homes. The term simply | | | | excess sodium content, softened water may not be |
| refers to water that contains minerals. There are | | | | suitable for drinking. |
| three possible solutions to the problem of hard water | | | | Electronic or Magnetic Descaler |
| - chemical cleaners, a conventional water softening | | | | Although magnetic versions are available, an electronic |
| system and an electronic or magnetic descaler. | | | | water descaler is much more effective. This device |
| Chemical Cleaners | | | | attaches to the main water supply pipe and uses |
| Various chemical cleaning products are available to | | | | audio or radio frequencies to prevent mineral build-up |
| deal with the problem after it occurs. Designed to | | | | without the use of salt or chemicals. Audio |
| dissolve the residue that hard water leaves behind, | | | | frequencies are most effective and do not interfere |
| these products must be used regularly. Not only are | | | | with tv or radio reception. |
| chemical cleaners a lot of work, requiring frequent | | | | The type of water called hard is not hazardous but is |
| scrubbing, they also cause wastewater pollution. | | | | a nuisance that can cause significant cleaning and |
| Conventional Water Softening System | | | | plumbing problems over time. Each potential solution |
| Water is treated prior to entering the home with a | | | | has advantages and possibly drawbacks. Take the |
| conventional water softening system. Plumbed into | | | | above information into consideration when choosing |
| the main water supply, these systems are the most | | | | which option is best to address your hard water |
| expensive alternative, requiring initial purchase and | | | | issues. |