Question

What are the advantages of soft water?

Answer 1

Soft water has less minerals (particularly calcium) than hard water, but has a greater sodium level. Rainwater, glaciers, icebergs, ponds, lakes, rivers, and streams are examples of natural sources, but it can also be manufactured through water treatment. Due to contamination or pollution, naturally occurring water is not always drinkable and will require water treatment. Soft water has a tendency to suck in minerals where it can because it is deficient in minerals, which means that other impurities are pushed in as well.

Complete answer:
Soft water has the advantage of feeling soft to the touch and, due to its low mineral content, does not damage appliances as much as hard water, thus extending the life of your plumbing. It's excellent for your hair and skin, resulting in less dryness and skin breakouts.

Other soft water advantages include better washing (due to water rinsing away without leaving residue - hard water leaves minerals behind), a reduction in time spent washing and cleaning, and enhanced cleaning product efficiency. It also has fewer corrosive properties than hard water. However, due to its low mineral content, soft water is worse than hard water for drinking and provides few health benefits.

Note: The major disadvantage of soft water is the potential health risks for people having deficiency of sodium. The exchange of hardness minerals for sodium adds 7.5 milligrams per quart for each gpg of hardness removed. In addition to this, calcium and magnesium are removed from the homeowner's diet.