Water hardness in Flers (Orne)
12.3 °fH hard
Tap water in Flers (Orne) is hard: 12.3 °fH (123 mg/L · 7.2 gpg · 6.9 °dH).
Source: Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 61169 (2026-08) · data checked 2026-10-19
Range across supply zones: 116–128 mg/L.
Flers in Orne is served by Flers Agglo. The Norman bocage rests on Armorican schist and sandstone, low in limestone: 123 mg/L CaCO₃, ranging from 116 to 128 mg/L. The water is hard, though not extreme.
TH en °fH : douce < 15, moyennement dure 15–25, dure 25–35, très dure > 35 °fH (classes usuelles ARS).
Water data
| Total hardness | 12.3 °fH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Flers Agglo |
How Flers (Orne) compares
- Tap water in Flers (Orne) is 49 % softer than the median of the 33641 cities we track in France (23.9 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 26764 of 33641 in France (1 = hardest); 20 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Orne it is number 334 of 380 cities; the regional median is 28.2 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Chanu, 8 km away (9.8 °fH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: La Selle-la-Forge, 3 km away (17.1 °fH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in France →
What it means at home
- Fast scale on taps, shower screens and kettle; white spots on glassware.
- Water heater: efficiency loss and element failures within years if unprotected.
- Dry skin and dull hair after showering are common.
- Softener recommended; jug or reverse osmosis for drinking.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Recommended, especially with a heater or boiler: scale cuts efficiency and shortens its life.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 2 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Flers
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H01 |
| Miele | 7 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 2nd |
| Hoover | S1 |
| 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 Flers (Orne) water hard or soft?
It is hard: 123 mg/L as CaCO₃ (7.2 gpg, 6.9 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Flers (Orne) safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. TH en °fH : douce < 15, moyennement dure 15–25, dure 25–35, très dure > 35 °fH (classes usuelles ARS).
How many grains per gallon is Flers (Orne) water?
7.2 gpg, equal to 6.9 °dH, 12.3 °fH or 123 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Flers (Orne)?
For 123 mg/L (6.9 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Flers (Orne)?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 61169 (2026-08). Method: own measurement. Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 61169 · Outdated figure? Tell us