Water hardness in Žiar nad Hronom
1.2 mmol/L hard
Tap water in Žiar nad Hronom is hard: 1.2 mmol/L (120 mg/L · 7 gpg · 6.7 °dH).
Source: Stredoslovenská vodárenská prevádzková spoločnosť (StVPS) (2026) · data checked 2026-10-20
Range across supply zones: 90–150 mg/L.
Žiar nad Hronom is supplied by StVPS; the Turček reservoir in the Kremnica Mountains serves the Žiar nad Hronom and Prievidza districts. The reported hardness is 120.1 mg/L CaCO₃, with measurements from 90.1 to 150.1 mg/L. Limescale is visible on kettles, taps and heaters, and a scale-reduction filter or softener can help protect appliances.
Slovak suppliers report "Vápnik a horčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 1.1–5 mmol/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 1.2 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | Stredoslovenská vodárenská prevádzková spoločnosť (StVPS) |
How Žiar nad Hronom compares
- Tap water in Žiar nad Hronom is 37 % softer than the median of the 1113 cities we track in Slovakia (1.9 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 771 of 1113 in Slovakia (1 = hardest); 30 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Banská Bystrica Region it is number 138 of 327 cities; the regional median is 1 mmol/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Lutila, 2 km away (0.7 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Stará Kremnička, 3 km away (2 mmol/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Slovakia →
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 Žiar nad Hronom
| 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 Žiar nad Hronom water hard or soft?
It is hard: 120 mg/L as CaCO₃ (7 gpg, 6.7 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Žiar nad Hronom 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 Žiar nad Hronom water?
7 gpg, equal to 6.7 °dH, 12 °fH or 120 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Žiar nad Hronom?
For 120 mg/L (6.7 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Žiar nad Hronom?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: Stredoslovenská vodárenská prevádzková spoločnosť (StVPS) (2026). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Stredoslovenská vodárenská prevádzková spoločnosť (StVPS) · Outdated figure? Tell us