So how do ... you know if your water is hard or soft?
There is a quick test. Heat a cup of water in the microwave and place a teabag in the cup. Leave for a few minutes. If the water is clear, then your water is soft. If there is a layer of scum on the top of the tea or if the tea is cloudy, then the water is hard.
A quick tip for cleaning hard water scum from sinks, baths and showers. Heat up some vinegar and apply with a cloth. This should do the job.
Advertisement
