Water hardness in Kánó
25.2 °dH very hard
Tap water in Kánó is very hard: 25.2 °dH (450 mg/L · 26.3 gpg · 45 °fH).
Source: NNGYK — Magyarországi települések ivóvízminősége (HUMVI 2024) (2024) · data checked 2026-10-21
Kánó, in Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén county, is listed at 449.8 mg/L hardness as CaCO3 in the 2024 NNGYK data, which is very hard. The source of the local supply is not named in the dataset. Water at this level scales up heating elements quickly, so a scale-control device on the water heater may be 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 | 25.2 °dH |
|---|
How Kánó compares
- Tap water in Kánó is 57 % harder than the median of the 3053 cities we track in Hungary (16.1 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 151 of 3053 in Hungary (1 = hardest); 95 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén it is number 8 of 365 cities; the regional median is 16.4 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Imola, 4 km away (11.8 °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 Kánó
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H06 |
| Miele | 25 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 6 |
| Beko | 6th |
| Hoover | S3 |
| 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 Kánó water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 450 mg/L as CaCO₃ (26.3 gpg, 25.2 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Kánó 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 Kánó water?
26.3 gpg, equal to 25.2 °dH, 45 °fH or 450 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Kánó?
For 450 mg/L (25.2 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Kánó?
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