If you’ve ever noticed soap scum in your shower, filmy residue feeling on your hand or hair, or cloudy glassware straight out of the dishwasher, you could be dealing with hard water. The simplest way to combat these everyday occurrences is with a water softener. But beyond convenience, it can also protect your plumbing, save money, and improve your overall water experience. 

What Is Hard Water?

Hard water contains high levels of minerals, mainly calcium and magnesium. While these minerals may not be harmful to your body, they can cause wear and tear on your plumbing, appliances, and even your skin and hair. 

Signs

• White, chalky residue or spots on dishes
• Laundry becomes dull
• Limescale buildup on faucets
• Dry skin and flat hair
• Low water pressure

What Does a Water Softener Do?

Water softeners contain resin beads that remove excess minerals from your water through an ion exchange process. Positively charged mineral ions are attracted to and held by the negatively charged resin beads, leaving you with softer water.

Benefits

• Saving money in the long term
• Provide cleaner hair and softer skin
• Brighten and soften clothes
• Cleaner dishes
• Better and clearer drinking water

Is a Water Softener Right For You?

Creating and using a checklist can help you determine whether or not you need a water softener. Another way to determine if you need a water softener is by looking up your location on a water hardness map. 

Source: Water Resource Mission Area

Living with hard water might seem like an inconvenience, but over time, it can affect everything from your skin and hair to your appliances and plumbing. A water softener isn’t just about comfort; it's a way to protect your home and family and elevate everyday life. 

This is why the team at Blu Technology has created an innovative water softener system that will benefit your lifestyle. With the quick and easy design of the smart cap, we allow you to change between three different settings without any hassle. Ensuring your family can drink and use cleaner and safer water on your next adventure. As the team at Blu Technology continues to innovate, tune back in next week to learn more about the smart cap.