Water hardness in Liberec
0.99 mmol/L moderately hard
Tap water in Liberec is moderately hard: 0.99 mmol/L (99 mg/L · 5.8 gpg · 5.5 °dH).
Source: SčVK, Moje obec – kvalita vody (aktuální hodnoty) (2026) · data checked 2026-10-21
Range across supply zones: 48–318 mg/L.
Liberec draws mainly on the Josefův Důl reservoir, whose raw water is treated at the Bedřichov plant, with groundwater from the Dolánky and Libíč area as a second key source. Reported hardness is 98.6 mg/L CaCO₃, within a range of 48.0 to 318.3 mg/L; the groundwater is described as noticeably harder than the treated reservoir water, so the tap value depends on the mix reaching your street. Reservoir water of this hardness leaves little scale in kettles, but a larger groundwater share can leave more deposits.
Czech suppliers report "Vápník a hořčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 2–3.5 mmol/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 0.99 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Calcium (mg/L) | 37 |
| Magnesium (mg/L) | 2 |
| Utility | Severočeské vodovody a kanalizace, a.s. (SčVK) |
How Liberec compares
- Tap water in Liberec is 18 % softer than the median of the 1516 cities we track in Czechia (1.2 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 873 of 1516 in Czechia (1 = hardest); 42 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Liberecký kraj it is number 168 of 273 cities; the regional median is 1.26 mmol/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Milíře, 7 km away (0.73 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Minkovice, 5 km away (2.26 mmol/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Czechia →
What it means at home
- Visible kettle scale every few weeks; vinegar or citric acid is enough.
- Water heater and washing machine: some long-term scale; a scale inhibitor slows it.
- Dishwasher: medium salt setting.
- Softener optional; pays off mainly with a gas boiler or tankless heater.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Optional. A scale inhibitor or a small softener protects the heater; soap savings are modest.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 3 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Liberec
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H00 |
| Miele | 6 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 2nd |
| Hoover | S1 |
| LG | H1 |
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 Liberec water hard or soft?
It is moderately hard: 99 mg/L as CaCO₃ (5.8 gpg, 5.5 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Liberec 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 Liberec water?
5.8 gpg, equal to 5.5 °dH, 9.9 °fH or 99 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Liberec?
For 99 mg/L (5.5 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 2–3.
Do I need a water softener in Liberec?
Not essential; a scale inhibitor protects the heater cheaply.
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