Why Hardness Is Still Berkshire’s Biggest Water Problem

Over the last year, the troubles of water companies – especially Thames Water – and issues like river pollution have captured a lot of attention and become a big political issue. But for people living in Berkshire towns like Maidenhead, this is not the...

How Does Water Hardness Affect Your Laundry?

A significant part of the population deals with hard water every day, and whilst it is not harmful to drink, it can cause so many issues at home that many opt for a block salt softener to help alleviate the issue whilst retaining the mineral benefits of drinking...

Top Three Tips On Getting Rid Of Hard Water Stains At Home

Living in a hard water area can cause a lot of problems for your household objects, including leaving limescale on taps and in kettles, water spots on glasses, and red residue in toilets.  The high mineral content in the water means calcium, iron and magnesium build...

What Are The Top Three Benefits Of A Soft Water Shower Head?

People who are used to showering in soft water really feel the difference when they move to a hard water area. It can leave hair brittle and dry, your body irritated, and any skin conditions inflamed.  This is why soft water shower heads are becoming increasingly...

Signs That Your Taps Are Affected By Hard Water

With some household issues, a significant part of the solution is knowing what the problem is in the first place, and this is certainly the case with hard water. The abundance of minerals that characterise hard water can be somewhat frustrating, but in most cases can...

What Is Limescale And How It Affects Your Home?

Few people like to deal with limescale in their homes, often the main reason for wanting rid of it is through the use of salt softening blocks and the hard water that can often cause it is simply a matter of aesthetics. The white chalky residue left behind from water...

Why Does Hard Water Leave White Spots On Taps?

When people move into a new area, one aspect of their new home that they might not have paid too much attention to is the hardness of the water around them. Despite this, water hardness can have a huge effect on homes and the people who live in them, and these...

Why Washing Hands Is Essential During Winter To Stay Well

Although constantly washing your hands in hard water can cause them to become dry and irritated and may even lead to eczema, it is important to keep them clean, especially during the winter months.  If the water in your area is particularly harsh on your hands, it is...

Is Drinking Too Much Water Bad For Your Health?

A water softener can be an essential part of protecting your kettle, but it can be an important part of protecting your health as well in some situations. If you have sensitive skin, the minerals in hard water can change its pH balance, weakening the skin barrier...

Can Hard Water Damage Hair And What Can You Do?

Hard water is not necessarily bad, and in some respects can provide some minor benefits, but for many owners living in a hard water area can be a double-edged sword. The frustrating effects of hard water can include limescale affecting taps, showers and kettles, which...