Water hardness in Ghedi
34 °fH very hard
Tap water in Ghedi is very hard: 34 °fH (340 mg/L · 19.9 gpg · 19 °dH).
Source: Acque Bresciane - Qualità acqua per comune (2022) · data checked 2026-10-29
Range across supply zones: 320–350 mg/L.
8 supply zones — hardness varies by neighbourhood; the figure above is the median.
Hardness by district / supply zone
| °fH | mg/L | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P.R. Piazza Roma | 32 | 320 | very hard |
| P.R. Via Arnaldo | 34 | 340 | very hard |
| P.R. Via Baracca | 34 | 340 | very hard |
| P.R. Via Belvedere | 35 | 350 | very hard |
| P.R. Via Fontanili | 34 | 340 | very hard |
| P.R. Via Tracconaglia | 33 | 330 | very hard |
| P.R. Via Veneto | 34 | 340 | very hard |
| P.R. Via Volta | 33 | 330 | very hard |
This figure is over 3 years old; hardness may have changed.
Acque Bresciane's 2022 quality sheet for Ghedi reports 340 mg/L CaCO₃ (34 °f), within a range of 320 to 350 mg/L (32 to 35 °f). This is very hard water. The data date from 2022, so current values may have shifted.
Italian utilities report °f (French degrees); D.Lgs. 31/2001 recommends 15–50 °f.
Water data
| Total hardness | 34 °fH |
|---|---|
| ca_mg_l | 91 |
| mg_mg_l | 25.2 |
| Utility | Acque Bresciane Srl |
How Ghedi compares
- Tap water in Ghedi is 60 % harder than the median of the 629 cities we track in Italy (21.2 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 53 of 629 in Italy (1 = hardest); 92 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Lombardia it is number 5 of 142 cities; the regional median is 24.9 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Desenzano del Garda, 22 km away (22.5 °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 Ghedi
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H05 |
| Miele | 19 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 5 |
| Beko | 5th |
| Hoover | S3 |
| LG | H3 |
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 Ghedi water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 340 mg/L as CaCO₃ (19.9 gpg, 19 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Ghedi 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 Ghedi water?
19.9 gpg, equal to 19 °dH, 34 °fH or 340 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Ghedi?
For 340 mg/L (19 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Ghedi?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Acque Bresciane - Qualità acqua per comune (2022). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Acque Bresciane - Qualità acqua per comune · Outdated figure? Tell us