Water hardness in Skarżysko-Kamienna
279 mg/L very hard
Tap water in Skarżysko-Kamienna is very hard: 279 mg/L (16.3 gpg · 15.6 °dH · 27.9 °fH).
Source: MPWiK Skarżysko-Kamienna – Jakość wody (2026) · data checked 2026-10-29
MPWiK Skarżysko-Kamienna reports a hardness of 279 mg/L CaCO₃ on its water quality page. No range or zone breakdown is given, so a single figure represents the whole town. The water is very hard, and limescale on taps and heating elements is the practical effect. The page does not describe where the water comes from.
Polish suppliers report total hardness in mg/L CaCO₃; the drinking-water regulation range is 60–500 mg/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 279 mg/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | MPWiK Skarżysko-Kamienna |
How Skarżysko-Kamienna compares
- Tap water in Skarżysko-Kamienna is 14 % harder than the median of the 91 cities we track in Poland (245 mg/L).
- By hardness it ranks 24 of 91 in Poland (1 = hardest); 74 % of these cities have softer water.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Tomaszów Mazowiecki, 76 km away (166 mg/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Poland →
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 Skarżysko-Kamienna
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 16 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 4 |
| Beko | 4th |
| 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 Skarżysko-Kamienna water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 279 mg/L as CaCO₃ (16.3 gpg, 15.6 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Skarżysko-Kamienna safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Polish suppliers report total hardness in mg/L CaCO₃; the drinking-water regulation range is 60–500 mg/L.
How many grains per gallon is Skarżysko-Kamienna water?
16.3 gpg, equal to 15.6 °dH, 27.9 °fH or 279 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Skarżysko-Kamienna?
For 279 mg/L (15.6 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Skarżysko-Kamienna?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: MPWiK Skarżysko-Kamienna – Jakość wody (2026). Method: figure published by the water supplier. MPWiK Skarżysko-Kamienna – Jakość wody · Outdated figure? Tell us