On Wed, 28 Aug 2013 12:28:33 +0100
happy zombie jebus on the cross <meow.mix@****_OFF_SPAMMER_meow.org>
wrote:
> like most of us i live in a hard water area. the mrs is swedish and
> is used to soft water and has been quizing me about a water softener
> as she thinks it should (in the long term) work out eccomicly better
> to have one than buy descaler stuff for the washing machine &c. do
> any of you guys have any experience with them and know what is
> involved in installing one, which ones are good, how much they cost
> and any advice?
>
> i figured seeing as i have the outside tap to install, i could do
> both jobs at the same time.
>
>
> --
>
> mhm x v i x i i i
I have a Twintec two-tower, water-powered system, so it regenerates
according to the water used, no interruption while it does its thing,
and needs no electrical power. Absolutely love it. It uses block
salt, and sits in a spot that would be impossible for sensible use of a
granule system. I think that in the world of water softeners, you get
what you pay for, buying cheap is really silly.
Our dishwasher uses unsoftened water, due to piping runs, and Fairy
Platinum tablets are good enough to keep it clean and clear. My area's
water is described as "Very Hard", in East Anglia. The clothes washer
uses softened water, so is already taken care of.
--
Davey.