Water hardness in Hunedoara
2.5 °dH soft
Tap water in Hunedoara is soft: 2.5 °dH (45 mg/L · 2.6 gpg · 4.5 °fH).
Source: S.C. Apa Prod S.A. Deva, Valori medii saptamanale ale parametrilor de potabilitate, 26.10.2026-01.11.2026 (2026-11) · data checked 2026-11-12
Romanian operators report "duritate totală" in German degrees (grade germane); the minimum is 5 °dH.
Water data
| Total hardness | 2.5 °dH |
|---|---|
| Utility | S.C. Apa Prod S.A. (apaprod.ro) |
How Hunedoara compares
- Tap water in Hunedoara is 84 % softer than the median of the 115 cities we track in Romania (16.3 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 115 of 115 in Romania (1 = hardest); 0 % of these cities have softer water.
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Lugoj, 78 km away (6 °dH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Romania →
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 Hunedoara
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H00 |
| Miele | 3 °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 Hunedoara water hard or soft?
It is soft: 45 mg/L as CaCO₃ (2.6 gpg, 2.5 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Hunedoara 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 Hunedoara water?
2.6 gpg, equal to 2.5 °dH, 4.5 °fH or 45 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Hunedoara?
For 45 mg/L (2.5 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 0–1, usually no salt.
Do I need a water softener in Hunedoara?
No. With soft water a softener adds nothing.
Source
Source: S.C. Apa Prod S.A. Deva, Valori medii saptamanale ale parametrilor de potabilitate, 26.10.2026-01.11.2026 (2026-11). Method: own measurement. S.C. Apa Prod S.A. Deva, Valori medii saptamanale ale parametrilor de potabilitate, 26.10.2026-01.11.2026 · Outdated figure? Tell us