Water hardness in Baranzate
21.7 °fH very hard
Tap water in Baranzate is very hard: 21.7 °fH (217 mg/L · 12.7 gpg · 12.1 °dH).
Source: Gruppo CAP, analisi acquedotto (open data), 2025 Q3–2026 Q2 (2026-06) · data checked 2026-10-19
Range across supply zones: 186–234 mg/L.
Gruppo CAP's open data for Baranzate, from 30 network samples between Q3 2025 and Q2 2026, give a median of 216.6 mg/L CaCO₃, with readings from 185.6 to 233.7 mg/L. Hardness is calculated from calcium and magnesium and the water counts as very hard. The sample count is smaller than for neighbouring towns. We have not verified which wells supply the town.
Italian utilities report °f (French degrees); D.Lgs. 31/2001 recommends 15–50 °f.
Water data
| Total hardness | 21.7 °fH |
|---|
How Baranzate compares
- Tap water in Baranzate is close to the median of the 629 cities we track in Italy (21.2 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 305 of 629 in Italy (1 = hardest); 51 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Lombardia it is number 100 of 142 cities; the regional median is 24.9 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Arese, 4 km away (17.2 °fH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Cormano, 4 km away (27.9 °fH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Italy →
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 Baranzate
| 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 Baranzate water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 217 mg/L as CaCO₃ (12.7 gpg, 12.1 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Baranzate safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Italian utilities report °f (French degrees); D.Lgs. 31/2001 recommends 15–50 °f.
How many grains per gallon is Baranzate water?
12.7 gpg, equal to 12.1 °dH, 21.7 °fH or 217 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Baranzate?
For 217 mg/L (12.1 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Baranzate?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Gruppo CAP, analisi acquedotto (open data), 2025 Q3–2026 Q2 (2026-06). Method: computed from supplier's calcium and magnesium. Gruppo CAP, analisi acquedotto (open data), 2025 Q3–2026 Q2 · Outdated figure? Tell us