Why you should consider a water softener
The advantages of a soft water system go far beyond simply removing limescale. From protecting your home’s plumbing and appliances to improving your skin and hair, we’ve put together the key benefits – each with a dedicated guide where you can explore the topic in more detail.
The advantages of a soft water system go far beyond simply removing limescale. From protecting your home’s plumbing and appliances to improving your skin and hair, we’ve put together the key benefits – each with a dedicated guide where you can explore the topic in more detail.
Why hard water can be a problem
In the UK, much of the mains water supply is classified as ‘hard’, meaning it contains high levels of calcium and magnesium. While these minerals are naturally occurring, they can cause real problems around the home. Over time, hard water can lead to higher energy bills, more frequent appliance repairs, and even dry skin or dull hair.
The main benefit of a water softener is that it removes these minerals, protecting your home and helping everything run more smoothly.
What is hard water?A water softener removes hardness minerals, preventing limescale from forming and keeping your taps and showers free from stubborn deposits.
Learn moreBy removing limescale from heating systems, soft water helps your boiler and appliances run more efficiently, reducing your energy bills.
Learn moreUsing less detergent, cleaning products, and energy means that soft water is a more sustainable choice for your household.
Learn moreSoft water is gentler on sensitive skin and can help reduce dryness and irritation, including skin conditions like eczema.
Learn moreWater softeners extend the life of dishwashers, washing machines, and kettles by reducing scale-related damage.
Learn moreClothes and bedding washed in softened water come out softer, more vibrant, and keep their colour for longer.
Learn moreEnter your postcode to see your home’s exact water hardness level, along with guidance on whether a water softener is recommended.
Water softeners work by removing the calcium and magnesium minerals that cause hard water though a process called ion exchange. As water passes through a tank filled with resin beads, these minerals are swapped for harmless sodium ions, leaving the water ‘soft’.
The advantage of a Kinetico water softener is that our dual-tank design ensures you have a constant supply of softened water, unlike other water softener systems.
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