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Water Hardness in CF36 Porthcawl

Supplied by Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru) • Cardiff, Wales

106 PPM 0 200 400
Slightly Hard
106
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
7.4°
Clark Degrees
5.9°
German Degrees (dH)
10.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Porthcawl (CF36)

The water in postcode district CF36 is classified as slightly hard with a hardness level of 106 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 101 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.

Your water is supplied by Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru), which serves the Wales region. Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru) draws water from sources that naturally contain dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium compounds.

What Does Slightly Hard Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ~ Minor limescale may appear in kettles over time
  • ~ Soap lathers reasonably well
  • ~ Appliances generally unaffected
  • ~ Good balance of mineral taste

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How CF36 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
CF36 Porthcawl
106 ppm
106 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

CF35
Bridgend
105 ppm
CF37
Pontypridd
107 ppm
CF38
Pontypridd
108 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in CF36 Porthcawl?
The water in CF36 Porthcawl has a hardness level of 106 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as slightly hard. This is 101 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies CF36?
CF36 Porthcawl is supplied by Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru). Welsh Water (Dwr Cymru) serves the Wales region.
Is the water in CF36 safe to drink?
Yes. Slightly Hard water at 106 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 CF36?
At 106 ppm, the water in CF36 is slightly hard and unlikely to cause significant issues. A jug filter can improve taste, but a water softener is generally not necessary.
What does 106 ppm water hardness mean?
106 ppm means there are 106 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 7.4 Clark degrees, 5.9 German degrees, or 10.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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