Water hardness in Stad
0.3 °dH soft
Tap water in Stad is soft: 0.3 °dH (5 mg/L · 0.3 gpg · 0.5 °fH).
Source: Mattilsynet, Vannverksregisteret – drinking-water analyses (Stårheim Og Kaldekloven Vassverk; Bryggja Vassverk), NLOD 2.0 (2021) · data checked 2026-10-21
Range across supply zones: 4–7 mg/L.
This figure is over 3 years old; hardness may have changed.
Stad has two systems: Stårheim og Kaldekloven Vassverk at 3.6 mg/L CaCO₃ and Bryggja Vassverk at 7.1 mg/L, reported for 2021. The figure here is the midpoint, 5.4 mg/L. This is among the softest water on the site, and scale is not a practical issue.
Norwegian waterworks report hardness in °dH or mg/L Ca; most supplies are very soft.
Water data
| Total hardness | 0.3 °dH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Stad Kommune |
How Stad compares
- Tap water in Stad is 85 % softer than the median of the 89 cities we track in Norway (2 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 89 of 89 in Norway (1 = hardest); 0 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Vestland it is number 6 of 6 cities; the regional median is 2.6 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Volda, 24 km away (0.7 °dH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Norway →
What it means at home
- Little or no limescale in kettles, water heaters or washing machines.
- Soap lathers easily; water does not dry skin or hair.
- Dishwasher: salt setting at minimum or off.
- No softener needed; a jug filter only changes taste.
How much salt will you use for softening?
No. Water this soft does not need softening.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 6 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Stad
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H00 |
| Miele | 1 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 1 |
| Beko | 1st |
| Hoover | S0 |
| LG | H0 |
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 Stad water hard or soft?
It is soft: 5 mg/L as CaCO₃ (0.3 gpg, 0.3 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Stad safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Norwegian waterworks report hardness in °dH or mg/L Ca; most supplies are very soft.
How many grains per gallon is Stad water?
0.3 gpg, equal to 0.3 °dH, 0.5 °fH or 5 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Stad?
For 5 mg/L (0.3 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 0–1, usually no salt.
Do I need a water softener in Stad?
No. With soft water a softener adds nothing.
Source
Source: Mattilsynet, Vannverksregisteret – drinking-water analyses (Stårheim Og Kaldekloven Vassverk; Bryggja Vassverk), NLOD 2.0 (2021). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Mattilsynet, Vannverksregisteret – drinking-water analyses (Stårheim Og Kaldekloven Vassverk; Bryggja Vassverk), NLOD 2.0 · Outdated figure? Tell us