Water hardness in Taió
22 mg/L soft
Tap water in Taió is soft: 22 mg/L (1.3 gpg · 1.3 °dH · 2.2 °fH).
Source: Ministério da Saúde, SISAGUA – controle semestral (Companhia Catarinense De Aguas E Saneamento), CC BY-ND 3.0 (2026) · data checked 2026-10-20
Range across supply zones: 17–28 mg/L.
Taió, in Santa Catarina, is served by Companhia Catarinense De Aguas E Saneamento. Reported hardness is 22.4 milligrams per litre as calcium carbonate, which is soft, with readings from 16.9 to 27.9. The data is from the Ministry of Health's 2026 reporting.
Portaria GM/MS nº 888/2021 sets a maximum of 300 mg/L CaCO₃ for total hardness (dureza total); operators report it in mg/L to SISAGUA.
Water data
| Total hardness | 22 mg/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | Companhia Catarinense De Aguas E Saneamento |
How Taió compares
- Tap water in Taió is 47 % softer than the median of the 1915 cities we track in Brazil (43 mg/L).
- By hardness it ranks 1509 of 1915 in Brazil (1 = hardest); 21 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Santa Catarina it is number 157 of 238 cities; the regional median is 34 mg/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Mirim Doce, 13 km away (11 mg/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Rio do Campo, 25 km away (41 mg/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Brazil →
What it means at home
- Little or no limescale in kettles, water heaters or washing machines.
- Soap lathers easily; water does not dry skin or hair.
- Dishwasher: salt setting at minimum or off.
- No softener needed; a jug filter only changes taste.
How much salt will you use for softening?
No. Water this soft does not need softening.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 6 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Taió
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H00 |
| Miele | 1 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 1 |
| Beko | 1st |
| Hoover | S0 |
| LG | H0 |
From each brand's manual for the model family named in the source; your model may differ, so check its manual. All brands and how to change the setting →
FAQ
Is Taió water hard or soft?
It is soft: 22 mg/L as CaCO₃ (1.3 gpg, 1.3 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Taió safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Portaria GM/MS nº 888/2021 sets a maximum of 300 mg/L CaCO₃ for total hardness (dureza total); operators report it in mg/L to SISAGUA.
How many grains per gallon is Taió water?
1.3 gpg, equal to 1.3 °dH, 2.2 °fH or 22 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Taió?
For 22 mg/L (1.3 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 0–1, usually no salt.
Do I need a water softener in Taió?
No. With soft water a softener adds nothing.
Source
Source: Ministério da Saúde, SISAGUA – controle semestral (Companhia Catarinense De Aguas E Saneamento), CC BY-ND 3.0 (2026). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Ministério da Saúde, SISAGUA – controle semestral (Companhia Catarinense De Aguas E Saneamento), CC BY-ND 3.0 · Outdated figure? Tell us