Water hardness in Dragodana
9 °dH hard
Tap water in Dragodana is hard: 9 °dH (160 mg/L · 9.4 gpg · 16 °fH).
Source: Compania de Apă Târgoviște-Dâmbovița, situația centralizată a parametrilor monitorizați, 2026-09 (2026-09) · data checked 2026-10-29
Compania de Apă Târgoviște-Dâmbovița reports 8.97 °dH for Dragodana from one sampling on 4 September 2026. It is a single sample, so no range is shown. Scale forms slowly at this level, and regular descaling of the kettle is usually enough.
Romanian operators report "duritate totală" in German degrees (grade germane); the minimum is 5 °dH.
Water data
| Total hardness | 9 °dH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Compania de Apă Târgoviște-Dâmbovița S.A. |
How Dragodana compares
- Tap water in Dragodana is 45 % softer than the median of the 115 cities we track in Romania (16.3 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 98 of 115 in Romania (1 = hardest); 15 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Dâmbovița it is number 16 of 21 cities; the regional median is 11 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Brăneşti, 34 km away (6.6 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Mătăsaru, 6 km away (17.4 °dH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Romania →
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 Dragodana
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H02 |
| Miele | 9 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 3rd |
| 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 Dragodana water hard or soft?
It is hard: 160 mg/L as CaCO₃ (9.4 gpg, 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 Dragodana safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Romanian operators report "duritate totală" in German degrees (grade germane); the minimum is 5 °dH.
How many grains per gallon is Dragodana water?
9.4 gpg, equal to 9 °dH, 16 °fH or 160 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Dragodana?
For 160 mg/L (9 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Dragodana?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: Compania de Apă Târgoviște-Dâmbovița, situația centralizată a parametrilor monitorizați, 2026-09 (2026-09). Method: own measurement. Compania de Apă Târgoviște-Dâmbovița, situația centralizată a parametrilor monitorizați, 2026-09 · Outdated figure? Tell us