Does it matter what kind of salt I use in my water softener?
Evaporated salt is the best type of salt you can buy for your water softener, and we recommend it for any Kinetico water softening system. All of these options use sodium chloride to operate, which is the most common compound used in water softening systems.
Is Windsor Select Plus discontinued?
Clear rock salt, similar to Windsor Select Plus which has been discontinued.
Is there a difference between water softener salts?
The type of salt you use in your water softener does make a difference. While all salts will soften hard water, pellet salts will do so more efficiently because they are purer. Salts that include rock and earth leave residue inside a water softener, requiring the user to clean it more often.
How often do water softeners need salt?
Salt should be added to the softener two times a month. Probably you said salt in the softener recently, and it seems like you would need to add more. However, if you own a water softener, it is advisable to check the salt level twice a month to ensure enough salt.
What is better salt pellets or crystals?
Water Softener Crystals are recommended for households that have lower than average water consumption or for those who use a two-part water softening system. Water Softener Pellets can help reduce bridging, work better for moderate to high volume water users, and all-in-one tank system users.
Should I use pellets or crystals in my water softener?
Manufacturers of single tank or “all in one” softeners will often recommend using pellets because the resin tank is sitting inside the brine tank and salt crystals may form a “crust” around the resin tank, preventing it from falling down to the water level.
Where is Windsor salt from?
Windsor Salt is a salt mining, processing, and distribution company based in Pointe-Claire, Quebec, Canada. It operates salt mines in Pugwash, Nova Scotia (the Windsor Salt Pugwash Mine) and Windsor, Ontario (the Windsor salt mine).
What is better salt crystals or pellets?
How many bags of salt do I need for a water softener?
Hardness levels above 10 grains per gallon or more, might require more salt. According to our own research, a households usually purchase around twelve bags of water softener salt per year – or one bag per month.
How long does a 40-lb bag of water softener salt last?
Your salt consumption will depend on the level of water hardness (minerals in your water) and the amount of water your household consumes. The average family of four with hard water (7-10 grains per gallon hardness level) will use about one 40-lb bag of salt each month.
What kind of salt is in Windsor system Saver II?
Windsor System Saver II water softener salt is 99.7% pure salt. Compressed pellets from vacuum granulated salt incorporating a very low concentration from a combination of resin cleaning additives. Contain a minimum of 99.7% sodium chloride that is virtually 100% water soluble. Benefits: Consistently softer, clearer and cleaner water.
Why do you use Windsor water softener salt?
Soft water also helps detergent lather better, while helping to make your clothes feel softer too! Overall, household chores are easier with the help of soft water and Windsor® water softener salt.
What makes Windsor Salt better than other salt pellets?
Windsor ® Clean and Protect™ is specially formulated to clean out those traces of dirt and minerals and to help keep your water softener clean longer than all other salt pellets on the market.
What does system Saver II salt pellets do?
System Saver® II is now Windsor ® Clean and Protect™. Get the same water softening power you know from the brand you trust… now with a new name and a new look! Our water softener salt pellets are specially formulated to help keep dishes sparkling and clothes and skin feeling softer, while extending the life of your appliances.