ᐅ Do you have a water softening system installed?

Created on: 4 Dec 2014 22:34
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SebastianSE
Hello dear home builders,

Do you have a water softening system? Is it really worth it, or is it just a money-making scheme?
Our architect recommended one to us, but the question is whether the 3000 euros really justify it.
I think that’s a lot of money.
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R.Hotzenplotz
5 Oct 2018 09:55
We are now trying to decide between a Grünbeck SoftliQ:SC23 and a Judo Softwell P. I find it difficult to determine which is the better solution. What should the focus be on? The dual-tank system of the Judo or the time-controlled regeneration of the Grünbeck? It's a tough choice.
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MayrCh
5 Oct 2018 11:51
R.Hotzenplotz schrieb:
The two-column system of the Judo or the time-controlled regeneration of the Grünbeck?
The Grünbeck allows for higher flow rates. Otherwise, it’s a matter of preference.
What about the sanitary systems— which one is geographically closer? The density of service partners varies significantly by region for both.
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Specki
5 Oct 2018 12:09
So, the SoftliQ:SC23 should be more than sufficient.
We have it, too, and we are a household of eight people.
The system is recommended for households of up to twelve people....
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Specki
5 Oct 2018 13:39
Oh dear, the entire post is about to be deleted just because someone accidentally shared a link... they could simply remove the link... anyway.

So once again:

Take a look at the datasheet for the SoftliQ:SC23. You can find it, for example, via a Google search.

If you look at the chart, the system is suitable for allowing up to 600m³ (about 21,190 ft³) annually at the 18°dH (18 °German degrees of hardness) you mentioned.
So it should definitely be more than sufficient.
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R.Hotzenplotz
5 Oct 2018 13:52
MayrCh schrieb:
Which sanitary system is geographically closer?

Both are easily accessible.
Specki schrieb:
So the SoftliQ:SC23 should be more than enough.

That it’s sufficient is undisputed. My point was to compare both devices against each other.
Specki schrieb:
If you look at the chart, the system is suitable for handling up to 600 m³ (21,190 ft³) per year at your mentioned 18° dH.

I think you looked at the MC model, right? I read 400 m³ (14,130 ft³). Otherwise, you could also choose the SC18 (although it’s not only about the annual consumption but also about delivering enough water when one person is showering at 27 liters per minute (7 gallons per minute) while another is flushing the toilet, etc.
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bernie
3 Nov 2018 16:32
One point that hasn’t been mentioned yet:

Anyone who enjoys drinking tap water regularly should try a direct comparison test. Many people (including myself) simply do not like the taste of softened water. When I drink tap water in friends’ or acquaintances’ homes with a water softening system, I repeatedly notice that it’s just not for me.