Water hardness in Kursenai
2.3 mmol/L very hard
Tap water in Kursenai is very hard: 2.3 mmol/L (230 mg/L · 13.4 gpg · 12.9 °dH).
Source: Kuršėnų vandenys - Tyrimų rezultatai 2025 m. (metinis) (2025) · data checked 2026-10-23
Lithuanian public supply relies largely on groundwater from deep aquifers, which are rich in dissolved carbonates. The reported hardness is 230.2 mg/L CaCO₃. Scale forms fast on heaters and fittings; a water softener is a common remedy.
Lithuanian suppliers report total hardness in mmol/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 2.3 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | UAB Kursenu vandenys (kursenuvandenys.lt) |
How Kursenai compares
- Tap water in Kursenai is 19 % softer than the median of the 15 cities we track in Lithuania (2.83 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 13 of 15 in Lithuania (1 = hardest); 14 % of these cities have softer water.
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Raseiniai, 70 km away (3.4 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 Kursenai
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 13 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 3 |
| Beko | 4th |
| 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 Kursenai water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 230 mg/L as CaCO₃ (13.4 gpg, 12.9 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Kursenai 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 Kursenai water?
13.4 gpg, equal to 12.9 °dH, 23 °fH or 230 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Kursenai?
For 230 mg/L (12.9 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Kursenai?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Kuršėnų vandenys - Tyrimų rezultatai 2025 m. (metinis) (2025). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Kuršėnų vandenys - Tyrimų rezultatai 2025 m. (metinis) · Outdated figure? Tell us