Water hardness in Bukovsko
0.58 mmol/L soft
Tap water in Bukovsko is soft: 0.58 mmol/L (58 mg/L · 3.4 gpg · 3.3 °dH).
Source: ČEVAK a.s. (Veolia), Moje obec – kvalita pitné vody (2026) · data checked 2026-10-21
Bukovsko in Jihočeský kraj is served by ČEVAK a.s., which lists hardness per municipality in its Moje obec pages. The reported value is 58.1 mg/L as CaCO₃, which puts it in the soft category. The source does not state where the water comes from, so we say nothing about the local geology. Soft water forms little limescale, and detergent doses can follow the lower end of the maker's guidance.
Czech suppliers report "Vápník a hořčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 2–3.5 mmol/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 0.58 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Calcium (mg/L) | 15 |
| Magnesium (mg/L) | 4.9 |
| Utility | ČEVAK a.s. |
How Bukovsko compares
- Tap water in Bukovsko is 52 % softer than the median of the 1516 cities we track in Czechia (1.2 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 1365 of 1516 in Czechia (1 = hardest); 10 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Jihočeský kraj it is number 463 of 505 cities; the regional median is 1.2 mmol/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Tichá, 4 km away (0.3 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Rychnov nad Malší, 4 km away (0.93 mmol/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Czechia →
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 Bukovsko
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H00 |
| Miele | 3 °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 Bukovsko water hard or soft?
It is soft: 58 mg/L as CaCO₃ (3.4 gpg, 3.3 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Bukovsko safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Czech suppliers report "Vápník a hořčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 2–3.5 mmol/L.
How many grains per gallon is Bukovsko water?
3.4 gpg, equal to 3.3 °dH, 5.8 °fH or 58 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Bukovsko?
For 58 mg/L (3.3 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 0–1, usually no salt.
Do I need a water softener in Bukovsko?
No. With soft water a softener adds nothing.
Source
Source: ČEVAK a.s. (Veolia), Moje obec – kvalita pitné vody (2026). Method: figure published by the water supplier. ČEVAK a.s. (Veolia), Moje obec – kvalita pitné vody · Outdated figure? Tell us