Water hardness in San Marcello
26.8 °fH very hard
Tap water in San Marcello is very hard: 26.8 °fH (268 mg/L · 15.7 gpg · 15 °dH).
Source: Viva Servizi, analisi acqua del tuo comune (laboratorio Viva Servizi) (2026-05) · data checked 2026-11-05
Italian utilities report °f (French degrees); D.Lgs. 31/2001 recommends 15–50 °f.
Water data
| Total hardness | 26.8 °fH |
|---|
How San Marcello compares
- Tap water in San Marcello is 26 % harder than the median of the 629 cities we track in Italy (21.2 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 192 of 629 in Italy (1 = hardest); 70 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Marche it is number 32 of 50 cities; the regional median is 27 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Sassoferrato, 33 km away (20 °fH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Camerano, 28 km away (34.8 °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 San Marcello
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 15 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 4 |
| Beko | 4th |
| Hoover | S2 |
| 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 San Marcello water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 268 mg/L as CaCO₃ (15.7 gpg, 15 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in San Marcello 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 San Marcello water?
15.7 gpg, equal to 15 °dH, 26.8 °fH or 268 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in San Marcello?
For 268 mg/L (15 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in San Marcello?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Viva Servizi, analisi acqua del tuo comune (laboratorio Viva Servizi) (2026-05). Method: computed from supplier's calcium and magnesium. Viva Servizi, analisi acqua del tuo comune (laboratorio Viva Servizi) · Outdated figure? Tell us