Water softeners are an indispensable element in households and businesses struggling with hard water. The key ingredient that ensures their effective operation is salt, used to regenerate the ion exchange resins. Choosing the right salt is therefore important to maintain the effectiveness of the softener. On the Polish market, the most popular salt is tablets, easily available in most DIY stores. In this article, we'll discuss the different types of salt and help you decide which one is best for your device.
Types of salt for water softener
1. Tablet salt
It is the most frequently chosen type of salt in Poland due to its high purity and ease of use. Tablet salt, produced by compressing salt into large tablets, is ideal for modern water softening systems. Due to the minimal content of impurities, this salt ensures effective regeneration of resins and reduces the risk of deposits forming in the softener. Its popularity in Poland is also due to easy availability in most DIY stores, which facilitates regular replenishment of resources.
2. Salt in blocks
Block salt is another type of salt that, although less popular than tableted salt, can be convenient to use. Salt blocks are placed directly in the brine tank of the softener, but not all devices are designed to work with this type of salt.
3. Crystal salt
Crystal salt is a less processed form of salt and may contain more impurities than tableted salt. It is recommended primarily for older models of water softeners. Despite its natural properties, crystal salt may be less efficient and lead to faster contamination of the softener.
How to choose the right salt?
The choice of salt should be dictated by several factors:
- Softener model: Check the device manufacturer's recommendations to choose the optimal salt for your softener model.
- Availability: Tablet salt is widely available in Poland, which makes it a convenient and easy option for many users.
- User preferences: The choice may also depend on personal preferences regarding the ease of use and maintenance of the device.
Why is salt purity important?
The purity of the salt directly affects the efficiency of the water softener and the frequency of required maintenance interventions. Using high purity salt, such as tableted salt, minimizes the risk of deposits, which is crucial to keeping your unit in good working order and ensuring long-term effectiveness.
