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Water Hardness in TA19 Ilminster

Supplied by South West Water • Somerset, South West

36 PPM 0 200 400
Soft
36
ppm (mg/L CaCO₃)
2.5°
Clark Degrees
2°
German Degrees (dH)
3.6°
French Degrees (fH)

Water Hardness in Ilminster (TA19)

The water in postcode district TA19 is classified as soft with a hardness level of 36 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate. This is 171 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.

Your water is supplied by South West Water, which serves the South West region. South West Water draws water from sources that naturally contain dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium compounds.

What Does Soft Water Mean for Your Home?

  • ~ Soap lathers easily with less product needed
  • ~ Minimal limescale buildup in appliances
  • ~ Gentle on skin and hair
  • ~ May taste slightly flat compared to harder water

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At 36 ppm, your water is soft. A home testing kit lets you verify the exact hardness and check for other contaminants.

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How TA19 Compares

Area Hardness PPM
TA19 Ilminster
36 ppm
36 ppm
UK National Average
207 ppm
207 ppm

Nearby Areas

TA18
Crewkerne
35 ppm
TA20
Chard
60 ppm
TA21
Wellington
61 ppm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water hardness in TA19 Ilminster?
The water in TA19 Ilminster has a hardness level of 36 ppm (parts per million) calcium carbonate, classified as soft. This is 171 ppm below the UK national average of 207 ppm.
Which water company supplies TA19?
TA19 Ilminster is supplied by South West Water. South West Water serves the South West region.
Is the water in TA19 safe to drink?
Yes. Soft water at 36 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 TA19?
At 36 ppm, the water in TA19 is soft and unlikely to cause significant issues. A jug filter can improve taste, but a water softener is generally not necessary.
What does 36 ppm water hardness mean?
36 ppm means there are 36 parts per million of calcium carbonate dissolved in the water. This is equivalent to 2.5 Clark degrees, 2 German degrees, or 3.6 French degrees. Water above 180 ppm is generally considered hard.

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