Water hardness in Bakonyszentkirály
30.7 °dH very hard
Tap water in Bakonyszentkirály is very hard: 30.7 °dH (548 mg/L · 32 gpg · 54.8 °fH).
Source: NNGYK — Magyarországi települések ivóvízminősége (HUMVI 2024) (2024) · data checked 2026-10-29
Bakonyszentkirály in Veszprém county is reported at 547.9 mg/L CaCO3 (NNGYK, 2024), among the harder values in our Hungarian data. Most Hungarian supply comes from groundwater, but we have not verified this village's source. Heavy scale is likely in boilers and on taps, so descaling and a softener are worth considering.
Hungarian suppliers report total hardness in German degrees (nk°) or mg/L CaO; the limit is 50–350 mg/L CaO.
Water data
| Total hardness | 30.7 °dH |
|---|
How Bakonyszentkirály compares
- Tap water in Bakonyszentkirály is 91 % harder than the median of the 3053 cities we track in Hungary (16.1 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 19 of 3053 in Hungary (1 = hardest); 99 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Veszprém it is number 7 of 189 cities; the regional median is 21 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Bakonyszentlászló, 6 km away (17.4 °dH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Hungary →
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 Bakonyszentkirály
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H07 |
| Miele | 31 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 7 |
| Beko | 6th |
| Hoover | S4 |
| LG | H4 |
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 Bakonyszentkirály water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 548 mg/L as CaCO₃ (32 gpg, 30.7 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Bakonyszentkirály safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Hungarian suppliers report total hardness in German degrees (nk°) or mg/L CaO; the limit is 50–350 mg/L CaO.
How many grains per gallon is Bakonyszentkirály water?
32 gpg, equal to 30.7 °dH, 54.8 °fH or 548 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Bakonyszentkirály?
For 548 mg/L (30.7 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Bakonyszentkirály?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: NNGYK — Magyarországi települések ivóvízminősége (HUMVI 2024) (2024). Method: figure published by the water supplier. NNGYK — Magyarországi települések ivóvízminősége (HUMVI 2024) · Outdated figure? Tell us