Water hardness in Anyksciai
2.83 mmol/L very hard
Tap water in Anyksciai is very hard: 2.83 mmol/L (283 mg/L · 16.5 gpg · 15.9 °dH).
Source: UAB Anyksciu vandenys, Anyksciu miesto vartotojams tiekiamo geriamojo vandens saugos ir kokybes rodikliai 2025 m. I ketv. (2025-03) · data checked 2026-10-23
UAB Anyksciu vandenys reports 5.66 mg-eq/L (meq/L) total hardness for the Anyksciai city wellfield after treatment, in its Q1 2025 quality report, about 283 mg/L CaCO3. The same column prints calcium at 76.8 mg/L and magnesium at 22.2 mg/L, which adds up to a similar figure. Later city reports we checked print no hardness, so this sample is the latest available. Limescale in kettles and hot-water systems is the expected effect.
Lithuanian suppliers report total hardness in mmol/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 2.83 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | UAB Anyksciu vandenys (anyksciuvandenys.lt) |
How Anyksciai compares
- Tap water in Anyksciai is close to the median of the 15 cities we track in Lithuania (2.83 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 8 of 15 in Lithuania (1 = hardest); 50 % of these cities have softer water.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Varena, 150 km away (1.95 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Ukmerge, 38 km away (3.62 mmol/L).
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 Anyksciai
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 16 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 4 |
| Beko | 5th |
| 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 Anyksciai water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 283 mg/L as CaCO₃ (16.5 gpg, 15.9 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Anyksciai safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Lithuanian suppliers report total hardness in mmol/L.
How many grains per gallon is Anyksciai water?
16.5 gpg, equal to 15.9 °dH, 28.3 °fH or 283 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Anyksciai?
For 283 mg/L (15.9 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Anyksciai?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: UAB Anyksciu vandenys, Anyksciu miesto vartotojams tiekiamo geriamojo vandens saugos ir kokybes rodikliai 2025 m. I ketv. (2025-03). Method: own measurement. UAB Anyksciu vandenys, Anyksciu miesto vartotojams tiekiamo geriamojo vandens saugos ir kokybes rodikliai 2025 m. I ketv. · Outdated figure? Tell us