Water hardness in Poláky
0.84 mmol/L moderately hard
Tap water in Poláky is moderately hard: 0.84 mmol/L (84 mg/L · 4.9 gpg · 4.7 °dH).
Source: SčVK, Moje obec – kvalita vody (aktuální hodnoty) (2026) · data checked 2026-10-21
Poláky is supplied through the network of Severočeské vodovody a kanalizace (SčVK), which draws on reservoirs and groundwater across northern Bohemia; the exact source for Poláky is not confirmed here. Reported hardness is 84.1 mg/L CaCO₃, which is moderate. Some limescale will appear on kettles over time, but occasional descaling is enough.
Czech suppliers report "Vápník a hořčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 2–3.5 mmol/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 0.84 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Calcium (mg/L) | 27 |
| Magnesium (mg/L) | 3.54 |
| Utility | Severočeské vodovody a kanalizace, a.s. (SčVK) |
How Poláky compares
- Tap water in Poláky is 30 % softer than the median of the 1516 cities we track in Czechia (1.2 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 981 of 1516 in Czechia (1 = hardest); 35 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Ústecký kraj it is number 346 of 631 cities; the regional median is 1.31 mmol/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Vysoká, 14 km away (0.38 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Vilémov, 5 km away (2.17 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 Poláky
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H00 |
| Miele | 5 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 1st |
| 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 Poláky water hard or soft?
It is moderately hard: 84 mg/L as CaCO₃ (4.9 gpg, 4.7 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Poláky 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 Poláky water?
4.9 gpg, equal to 4.7 °dH, 8.4 °fH or 84 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Poláky?
For 84 mg/L (4.7 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 2–3.
Do I need a water softener in Poláky?
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