Water hardness in Hoeven
7.7 °dH hard
Tap water in Hoeven is hard: 7.7 °dH (138 mg/L · 8.1 gpg · 13.8 °fH).
Source: Brabant Water, waterkwaliteit Hoeven (2026 Q2) (2026-06) · data checked 2026-10-20
Dutch suppliers report °dH; most networks are softened centrally to 5.6–8.4 °dH.
Water data
| Total hardness | 7.7 °dH |
|---|
How Hoeven compares
- Tap water in Hoeven is close to the median of the 654 cities we track in the Netherlands (7.5 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 277 of 654 in the Netherlands (1 = hardest); 55 % of these cities have softer water.
- In North Brabant it is number 120 of 181 cities; the regional median is 7.9 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Oisterwijk, 42 km away (6.1 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Roosendaal, 10 km away (9.9 °dH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in the Netherlands →
What it means at home
- Fast scale on taps, shower screens and kettle; white spots on glassware.
- Water heater: efficiency loss and element failures within years if unprotected.
- Dry skin and dull hair after showering are common.
- Softener recommended; jug or reverse osmosis for drinking.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Recommended, especially with a heater or boiler: scale cuts efficiency and shortens its life.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 2 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Hoeven
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H01 |
| Miele | 8 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 2nd |
| Hoover | S1 |
| 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 Hoeven water hard or soft?
It is hard: 138 mg/L as CaCO₃ (8.1 gpg, 7.7 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Hoeven safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Dutch suppliers report °dH; most networks are softened centrally to 5.6–8.4 °dH.
How many grains per gallon is Hoeven water?
8.1 gpg, equal to 7.7 °dH, 13.8 °fH or 138 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Hoeven?
For 138 mg/L (7.7 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Hoeven?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: Brabant Water, waterkwaliteit Hoeven (2026 Q2) (2026-06). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Brabant Water, waterkwaliteit Hoeven (2026 Q2) · Outdated figure? Tell us