Water hardness in Čičava
1.16 mmol/L moderately hard
Tap water in Čičava is moderately hard: 1.16 mmol/L (116 mg/L · 6.8 gpg · 6.5 °dH).
Source: Východoslovenská vodárenská spoločnosť (VVS) (2025) · data checked 2026-10-20
Slovak suppliers report "Vápnik a horčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 1.1–5 mmol/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 1.16 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | Východoslovenská vodárenská spoločnosť (VVS) |
How Čičava compares
- Tap water in Čičava is 39 % softer than the median of the 1113 cities we track in Slovakia (1.9 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 794 of 1113 in Slovakia (1 = hardest); 28 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Prešov Region it is number 229 of 266 cities; the regional median is 2.22 mmol/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Bystré, 13 km away (0.7 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Benkovce, 4 km away (2.88 mmol/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Slovakia →
What it means at home
- Visible kettle scale every few weeks; vinegar or citric acid is enough.
- Water heater and washing machine: some long-term scale; a scale inhibitor slows it.
- Dishwasher: medium salt setting.
- Softener optional; pays off mainly with a gas boiler or tankless heater.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Optional. A scale inhibitor or a small softener protects the heater; soap savings are modest.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 3 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Čičava
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H01 |
| Miele | 7 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 2nd |
| Hoover | S1 |
| LG | H1 |
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 Čičava water hard or soft?
It is moderately hard: 116 mg/L as CaCO₃ (6.8 gpg, 6.5 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Čičava safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Slovak suppliers report "Vápnik a horčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 1.1–5 mmol/L.
How many grains per gallon is Čičava water?
6.8 gpg, equal to 6.5 °dH, 11.6 °fH or 116 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Čičava?
For 116 mg/L (6.5 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 2–3.
Do I need a water softener in Čičava?
Not essential; a scale inhibitor protects the heater cheaply.
Source
Source: Východoslovenská vodárenská spoločnosť (VVS) (2025). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Východoslovenská vodárenská spoločnosť (VVS) · Outdated figure? Tell us