Do you live in a hard or soft water area?

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Living in a hard water area can lead to many hard water problems within washing machines and dishwashers. Build-up of limescale leads to an increased chance of odour-causing bacteria settling. If your appliance gives off bad smells or your dishwasher leaves cloudy glasses, it most probably means there is a scum build-up in the machine.

What's the difference between hard and soft water?

Hard water has a high concentration of minerals; usually calcium and magnesium compounds. Limescale is calcium carbonate that is precipitated out of the hard water when it is heated. Other than being unsightly, it also acts as an insulator, leading to overheating of elements and is therefore potentially damaging to your appliances.

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