Hard water is the type of water that has high mineral content (in contrast with soft water). Hard water minerals primarily ...

When you turn on your faucet to get a glass of water or wash your face, you’re probably not thinking about what’s in your water – besides water. Depending on where you live and whether you have a ...

You don’t have to be a scientist to know if your home has hard water. Maybe you’ve seen cloudy spots on glassware or experienced a crusted-up kitchen faucet. Maybe the film on the shower door seems ...

A water-softener filtration system is a great way to keep appliances functioning and plumbing free of mineral buildup. Here are our top choices.

Sarah Blank is affiliated with the Ames Water Treatment Plant. Timothy Ellis receives funding from the City of Ames, the City of Cedar Rapids, and the City of Fort Dodge, Iowa. He is affiliated with ...

Have you ever stepped out of the shower feeling like there's an invisible film on your skin, or noticed chalky white spots on your glassware that just won't come off? These seemingly minor annoyances ...