Water hardness in Poltár
0.74 mmol/L moderately hard
Tap water in Poltár is moderately hard: 0.74 mmol/L (74 mg/L · 4.3 gpg · 4.2 °dH).
Source: Stredoslovenská vodárenská prevádzková spoločnosť (StVPS) (2026) · data checked 2026-10-20
Range across supply zones: 72–84 mg/L.
Slovak suppliers report "Vápnik a horčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 1.1–5 mmol/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 0.74 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | Stredoslovenská vodárenská prevádzková spoločnosť (StVPS) |
How Poltár compares
- Tap water in Poltár is 61 % softer than the median of the 1113 cities we track in Slovakia (1.9 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 1012 of 1113 in Slovakia (1 = hardest); 9 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Banská Bystrica Region it is number 275 of 327 cities; the regional median is 1 mmol/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Ozdín, 9 km away (0.3 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Krná, 10 km away (1 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 Poltár
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H00 |
| Miele | 4 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 1st |
| 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 Poltár water hard or soft?
It is moderately hard: 74 mg/L as CaCO₃ (4.3 gpg, 4.2 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Poltár 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 Poltár water?
4.3 gpg, equal to 4.2 °dH, 7.4 °fH or 74 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Poltár?
For 74 mg/L (4.2 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 2–3.
Do I need a water softener in Poltár?
Not essential; a scale inhibitor protects the heater cheaply.
Source
Source: Stredoslovenská vodárenská prevádzková spoločnosť (StVPS) (2026). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Stredoslovenská vodárenská prevádzková spoločnosť (StVPS) · Outdated figure? Tell us