Using Less Salt In Water Softeners
In Utah the most common water softening system is the ion exchange, salt-based system. Though this system consistently softens water, it requires a lot of maintenance to keep it working properly due to the amount of salt it adds to the water.
Some Utah water softener companies have found ways to improve this type of system and now get by with using less than 75% of the past salt required. With less salt being used the water is also safe for drinking and for use in the garden. Far fewer hair and skin care products will be necessary and less salt also means the life of appliances and plumbing will be lengthened.
The improved softeners work when salt is used as a positively charged ion within an exchange medium. As the free sodium ions are released into the water, the exchange medium is coated with calcium and magnesium. This process removes the calcium and magnesium from the water.
After a while the medium is coated with the bad particles and needs to be recharged by back flushing with a brine solution which replaces the calcium and magnesium with the salt ions. Utah water softener companies have improved this process with many refinements, so less salt is used. The cycling is also no longer an everyday event, so you have soft water 24 hours a day now.
If you are thinking about getting a water softening system you should talk to a local Utah water softening representative and have you home water tested. Most will offer a free water analysis and then make suggestions on which system might be appropriate for you.
Water softeners come in a variety of sizes with different function capabilities. You have the option to install a system that will work throughout your entire home or if you prefer, work for a single sink. In order to make an education decision, gather as much information as you can before you make your purchase.
The four types of water softener systems available are: 1) The salt-free system with nanotechnology that uses microscopic bonds in its process to first remove and then keep scale from forming and attaching to your pipes and water heaters. It causes calcium carbonate to dissolve and be washed away by the water flow. It is environmentally friendly and uses no chemicals or electricity. 2) The salt based ion exchange method that is outlined above.
Other methods are: 3) the reverse osmosis (ultra fine filtration) method. It involves ultra fine filters under pressure that force water molecules through, but keep contaminates behind to be swept down the drain. It strips water of its essential minerals but the filters can be expensive. 4) The magnetic water softener uses magnets to make carbonate salts precipitate into small particles rather than scale. This is not proven to be effective. Utah water softener providers can better explain all the possibilities in detail and help you decide. - 17269
Some Utah water softener companies have found ways to improve this type of system and now get by with using less than 75% of the past salt required. With less salt being used the water is also safe for drinking and for use in the garden. Far fewer hair and skin care products will be necessary and less salt also means the life of appliances and plumbing will be lengthened.
The improved softeners work when salt is used as a positively charged ion within an exchange medium. As the free sodium ions are released into the water, the exchange medium is coated with calcium and magnesium. This process removes the calcium and magnesium from the water.
After a while the medium is coated with the bad particles and needs to be recharged by back flushing with a brine solution which replaces the calcium and magnesium with the salt ions. Utah water softener companies have improved this process with many refinements, so less salt is used. The cycling is also no longer an everyday event, so you have soft water 24 hours a day now.
If you are thinking about getting a water softening system you should talk to a local Utah water softening representative and have you home water tested. Most will offer a free water analysis and then make suggestions on which system might be appropriate for you.
Water softeners come in a variety of sizes with different function capabilities. You have the option to install a system that will work throughout your entire home or if you prefer, work for a single sink. In order to make an education decision, gather as much information as you can before you make your purchase.
The four types of water softener systems available are: 1) The salt-free system with nanotechnology that uses microscopic bonds in its process to first remove and then keep scale from forming and attaching to your pipes and water heaters. It causes calcium carbonate to dissolve and be washed away by the water flow. It is environmentally friendly and uses no chemicals or electricity. 2) The salt based ion exchange method that is outlined above.
Other methods are: 3) the reverse osmosis (ultra fine filtration) method. It involves ultra fine filters under pressure that force water molecules through, but keep contaminates behind to be swept down the drain. It strips water of its essential minerals but the filters can be expensive. 4) The magnetic water softener uses magnets to make carbonate salts precipitate into small particles rather than scale. This is not proven to be effective. Utah water softener providers can better explain all the possibilities in detail and help you decide. - 17269
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When researching and analyzing the various types of water softeners make sure to choose the best selection for your home and if you have questions ask a Utah water softener professional.
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