Water hardness in Scandicci
33 °fH very hard
Tap water in Scandicci is very hard: 33 °fH (330 mg/L · 19.3 gpg · 18.5 °dH).
Source: Publiacqua - Qualità dell acqua per comune (2026) · data checked 2026-10-29
Publiacqua reports 330 mg/L CaCO₃ (33 °f) for Scandicci in its 2026 municipal water quality page. This puts the supply in the very hard category. The page gives one figure with no range, so individual addresses may differ somewhat.
Italian utilities report °f (French degrees); D.Lgs. 31/2001 recommends 15–50 °f.
Water data
| Total hardness | 33 °fH |
|---|---|
| ca_mg_l | 103 |
| mg_mg_l | 17 |
| Utility | Publiacqua SpA |
How Scandicci compares
- Tap water in Scandicci is 56 % harder than the median of the 629 cities we track in Italy (21.2 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 61 of 629 in Italy (1 = hardest); 90 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Toscana it is number 3 of 9 cities; the regional median is 23 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Agliana, 22 km away (17 °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 Scandicci
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H05 |
| Miele | 18 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 4 |
| 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 Scandicci water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 330 mg/L as CaCO₃ (19.3 gpg, 18.5 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Scandicci 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 Scandicci water?
19.3 gpg, equal to 18.5 °dH, 33 °fH or 330 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Scandicci?
For 330 mg/L (18.5 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Scandicci?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Publiacqua - Qualità dell acqua per comune (2026). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Publiacqua - Qualità dell acqua per comune · Outdated figure? Tell us