Water hardness in Malý Bor
2.74 mmol/L very hard
Tap water in Malý Bor is very hard: 2.74 mmol/L (274 mg/L · 16 gpg · 15.4 °dH).
Source: ČEVAK a.s. (Veolia), Moje obec – kvalita pitné vody (2026) · data checked 2026-10-21
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) | 77 |
| Magnesium (mg/L) | 20 |
| Utility | ČEVAK a.s. |
How Malý Bor compares
- Tap water in Malý Bor 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 Plzeňský kraj it is number 3 of 75 cities; the regional median is 1.64 mmol/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Horažďovická Lhota, 3 km away (2.17 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Chotěšov, 48 km away (4.4 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 Malý Bor
| 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 Malý Bor 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 Malý Bor 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 Malý Bor 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 Malý Bor?
For 274 mg/L (15.4 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Malý Bor?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
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