Water Hardness in Brownlow
Brownlow has slightly hard water at 128 mg/l CaCO₃. This is below the UK national average of 197.72 mg/l. Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable.
128
mg/l CaCO₃
Slightly HardUK average: 197.72 mg/l
128
0 (Soft)200 (Hard)400+ (Very Hard)
What Does Slightly Hard Water Mean?
At 128 mg/l, Brownlow has slightly hard water. This is a moderate level that may cause some limescale in high-use areas like kettles and showerheads.
Regular descaling of kettles and appliances should be sufficient to manage any buildup. A whole-house water softener is optional at this level but may still be beneficial.
Water Supplier
- Water Company
- United Utilities
- Supply Zone
- Congleton West
- Source Type
- Mixed
- Treatment Works
- Cheshire East Treatment Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is water hard in Brownlow?▾
Brownlow has moderately hard water at 128 mg/l CaCO₃, classified as "Slightly Hard". Some limescale may occur but it is usually manageable with regular cleaning.
What is the hardness of water in Brownlow?▾
The water hardness in Brownlow is 128 mg/l CaCO₃ (milligrams per litre of calcium carbonate). This is classified as "Slightly Hard" on the standard UK scale and is below the national average of 197.72 mg/l. Water is supplied by United Utilities from mixed sources.
Who supplies water to Brownlow?▾
Water in Brownlow is supplied by United Utilities, which covers the North West England region. The water is sourced from mixed sources and treated at Cheshire East Treatment Works before distribution.