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What is Water Hardness?
What is Water Hardness?
Water hardness represents total concentration of calcium and magnesium ions, reported as calcium carbonate.
Water Hardness Scale
Grains Per Gallon
Parts Per Million (ppm)
Classification
Less than 1.0
Less than 17.1
Soft
1.0 - 3.5
17.1 - 60
Slightly Hard
3.5 - 7.0
60 - 120
Moderately Hard
7.0 - 10.5
120 - 180
Hard
Over 10.5
Over 180
Very Hard
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