by therefore | 23 October 2020 | Facts and myths
Myth: Descaling is the same as demineralisation and alters the acidity (pH) of the water. A water softener produces limescale-free water. Limescale-free water has only had the minerals calcium and magnesium removed, whereas demineralised water has had all...
by therefore | 23 October 2020 | Facts and myths
Myth: Water quality in the Netherlands is high, so a water softener is unnecessary. We often hear people say: ‘The water quality in the Netherlands is excellent, so I don’t need a water softener.’ If we look at the quality of Dutch water, there is...
by therefore | 23 October 2020 | Facts and myths
Fact: All water softeners operate without electricity. This may sound strange, as various suppliers of water softeners place a great deal of emphasis on the supposed differences between electricity-free (mechanical) and non-electricity-free models...
by therefore | 23 October 2020 | Facts and myths
Myth: Soft water is corrosive and bad for your pipes. Soft water is gentle on your pipes, just as it is on your skin. It would be rather strange if dermatologists recommended a water softener if you suffer from, say, eczema, but your pipes didn’t benefit from it...
by therefore | 23 October 2020 | Uncategorised
Fact: A remote control for a water softener is very handy. Normally, you don’t have to worry about your water softener. All you need to do is top up the salt in the salt container every now and then (once every 1–4 months). If your water softener is easily accessible...
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