Water hardness in Săcele
8.9 °dH hard
Tap water in Săcele is hard: 8.9 °dH (158 mg/L · 9.2 gpg · 15.8 °fH).
Source: Compania Apa Brașov – Rezultat analiza apa potabila, Sector Săcele (2023) · data checked 2026-10-29
Range across supply zones: 152–200 mg/L.
Compania Apa Brașov publishes analysis results for its Săcele sector. The latest one we found dates from November 2023, so this page is marked stale. It shows 158.2 mg/L CaCO₃ as the median, with values between 152.3 and 200.3 mg/L, which is hard. Check a newer bulletin from the utility before buying treatment equipment.
Romanian operators report "duritate totală" in German degrees (grade germane); the minimum is 5 °dH.
Water data
| Total hardness | 8.9 °dH |
|---|---|
| Utility | Compania Apa Brașov – Sector Săcele |
How Săcele compares
- Tap water in Săcele is 46 % softer than the median of the 115 cities we track in Romania (16.3 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 99 of 115 in Romania (1 = hardest); 14 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Brașov it is number 2 of 3 cities; the regional median is 8.9 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Predeal, 17 km away (6.5 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Codlea, 22 km away (15.8 °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 Săcele
| 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 Săcele water hard or soft?
It is hard: 158 mg/L as CaCO₃ (9.2 gpg, 8.9 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Săcele 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 Săcele water?
9.2 gpg, equal to 8.9 °dH, 15.8 °fH or 158 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Săcele?
For 158 mg/L (8.9 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Săcele?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: Compania Apa Brașov – Rezultat analiza apa potabila, Sector Săcele (2023). Method: older figure, source currently unavailable. Compania Apa Brașov – Rezultat analiza apa potabila, Sector Săcele · Outdated figure? Tell us