Water hardness in Ohrazení
2.17 mmol/L very hard
Tap water in Ohrazení is very hard: 2.17 mmol/L (217 mg/L · 12.7 gpg · 12.2 °dH).
Source: ČEVAK a.s. (Veolia), Moje obec – kvalita pitné vody (2026) · data checked 2026-10-21
ČEVAK reports 217.2 mg/L for Ohrazení in the South Bohemian Region, which is very hard. The utility does not name the source on its village page, so we do not explain the figure geologically. Descale kettles and washing machines regularly, and consider a softener for the whole house.
Czech suppliers report "Vápník a hořčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 2–3.5 mmol/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 2.17 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Calcium (mg/L) | 64 |
| Magnesium (mg/L) | 14 |
| Utility | ČEVAK a.s. |
How Ohrazení compares
- Tap water in Ohrazení is 81 % harder than the median of the 1516 cities we track in Czechia (1.2 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 326 of 1516 in Czechia (1 = hardest); 78 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Jihočeský kraj it is number 11 of 505 cities; the regional median is 1.2 mmol/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Ledenice, 3 km away (1.1 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Muckov, 39 km away (3.01 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 Ohrazení
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 12 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 3 |
| Beko | 3rd |
| Hoover | S2 |
| LG | H2 |
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 Ohrazení water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 217 mg/L as CaCO₃ (12.7 gpg, 12.2 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Ohrazení 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 Ohrazení water?
12.7 gpg, equal to 12.2 °dH, 21.7 °fH or 217 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Ohrazení?
For 217 mg/L (12.2 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Ohrazení?
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