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Effects of Hard Water on a Home and the Family's Skin

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Homeowners often discover they have hard water when they notice a discoloration on their shower wall. By the time the minerals in the water have damaged the shower, they may have already had an impact on a person's skin. Hard water can irritate the skin and may even lead to eczema in children. Fortunately, there are some things a homeowner can do before hard water harms their family. A home water softener guide can help a family choose the option that is right for their home. Faucet Filters Installing faucet filters on all of the faucets in the home can be an effective way to reduce the irritation caused by hard water. However, this is a tedious process and it may not be possible to add filters for the washing machine and dishwasher. Because hard water makes it difficult for laundry detergents to dissolve properly, it might damage clothing and linens. Any family with hard water should at least have filters on their shower heads and the sink where they wash dishes by hand. The fi