Water hardness in Zborov
2.17 mmol/L very hard
Tap water in Zborov 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, part of Veolia, reports 217.2 mg/L as CaCO₃ for Zborov in the České Budějovice district, which puts it in the very hard band. The utility's page does not say which source feeds this village, so we do not name one. Expect fast scale on kettles and heating elements, and consider a softener or scale protection for a boiler.
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 Zborov compares
- Tap water in Zborov 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: Hůrka, 2 km away (0.67 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Muckov, 37 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 Zborov
| 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 Zborov 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 Zborov 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 Zborov 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 Zborov?
For 217 mg/L (12.2 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Zborov?
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