Water hardness in Horní Týnec
2.74 mmol/L very hard
Tap water in Horní Týnec is very hard: 2.74 mmol/L (274 mg/L · 16 gpg · 15.4 °dH).
Source: SčVK, Moje obec – kvalita vody (aktuální hodnoty) (2026) · data checked 2026-10-21
Horní Týnec in the Ústecký kraj is listed by SčVK at 274.2 mg/L as CaCO₃, which is very hard. The utility's record shares its locality ID with Dolní Týnec, yet the two values differ, so we show each as published. Treat the figure as indicative and confirm with the utility. Expect heavy scale on kettles and water heaters.
Czech suppliers report "Vápník a hořčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 2–3.5 mmol/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 2.74 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Calcium (mg/L) | 74 |
| Magnesium (mg/L) | 21.6 |
| Utility | Severočeské vodovody a kanalizace, a.s. (SčVK) |
How Horní Týnec compares
- Tap water in Horní Týnec is 128 % harder than the median of the 1516 cities we track in Czechia (1.2 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 259 of 1516 in Czechia (1 = hardest); 83 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Ústecký kraj it is number 211 of 631 cities; the regional median is 1.31 mmol/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Dolní Týnec, 1 km away (2.09 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Kotelice, 2 km away (3.6 mmol/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Czechia →
What it means at home
- Severe scale: heater elements and washing-machine heaters fail early.
- Detergent use is very high; taps and screens coat within days.
- Dishwasher at maximum salt setting.
- An ion-exchange softener is practically essential; RO for drinking water.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Yes. At this hardness a softener pays for itself through appliance life and detergent.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 1 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Horní Týnec
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 15 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 4 |
| Beko | 4th |
| Hoover | S2 |
| LG | H3 |
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 Horní Týnec water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 274 mg/L as CaCO₃ (16 gpg, 15.4 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Horní Týnec 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 Horní Týnec water?
16 gpg, equal to 15.4 °dH, 27.4 °fH or 274 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Horní Týnec?
For 274 mg/L (15.4 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Horní Týnec?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: SčVK, Moje obec – kvalita vody (aktuální hodnoty) (2026). Method: figure published by the water supplier. SčVK, Moje obec – kvalita vody (aktuální hodnoty) · Outdated figure? Tell us