Water hardness in Zliv
1.07 mmol/L moderately hard
Tap water in Zliv is moderately hard: 1.07 mmol/L (107 mg/L · 6.3 gpg · 6 °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 | 1.07 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Calcium (mg/L) | 31 |
| Magnesium (mg/L) | 7.3 |
| Utility | ČEVAK a.s. |
How Zliv compares
- Tap water in Zliv is 11 % softer than the median of the 1516 cities we track in Czechia (1.2 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 853 of 1516 in Czechia (1 = hardest); 44 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Jihočeský kraj it is number 305 of 505 cities; the regional median is 1.2 mmol/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Lipí, 13 km away (0.7 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Chvalovice, 12 km away (2.27 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 Zliv
| 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 Zliv water hard or soft?
It is moderately hard: 107 mg/L as CaCO₃ (6.3 gpg, 6 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Zliv 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 Zliv water?
6.3 gpg, equal to 6 °dH, 10.7 °fH or 107 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Zliv?
For 107 mg/L (6 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 2–3.
Do I need a water softener in Zliv?
Not essential; a scale inhibitor protects the heater cheaply.
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