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Thanks for the info people.
I checked some Home Improvement stores and a plumbing supply/spa place about water softeners-they can't even get them, and don't know much about them. I never actually asked my relatives if they had one, but I'd be surprised-they're just not big on home improvement.
Anyway, a $300+ appliance is pretty much out of the question for me right now.
About water system quality-I was guessing that if the water company has the funds-they could soften water at the plant by adding a chemical or something. I'm wondering if our water company used to do that, and stopped.
I tried the baking soda-it did seem to have a softening effect. Hair got tangled, but the cool water combing seemed to help that. I'm guessing you don't need what settles at the bottom. After you shake up the solution, it probably alters the quality of the water right there. Isn't baking soda abrasive, though? I'll experiment more.
Anyway, I was wondering if any of you have tried these products I found.
Two non-chemical water softeners, and Robert Craig Hard Water Shampoos.
These are cheaper and easy to install.
Wondered about this electronic water softener before. I can see it helping pipes, but would it really help the water??
Clearwave Electronic Water softener.
http://shop.store.yahoo.com/shopthebestoftimes/clearelwatco.html
The magnetic one. I've also seen giant car battery size magnets, but I think they were $300.
https://www.web-guardian.com/home/adtenter/cgi-bin/store/commerce.cgi?product=mineral-magnet
Robert Craig Hair Products at different sites.
http://www.robertcraig.com/cart/commerce.cgi?product=shampoos&cart_id=
(SAME PRODUCTS, DIFFERENT SITES)
http://www.faceonline.com/reviews/robert_craig_haircare.html
http://www.cosmeticconnection.com/robertcraig.html
These alternative water softeners claim to be far superior to sodium type softeners(well, of course they claim to be).
Here's the ones that looked like car batteries. I think they just appear that way. Copy/Paste.
http://www.scalefighter.com/
Here is an electronic product, probably similar to the other one.
http://www.lehmierelectric.com/scaleban.html
Here is more about the magnetic ones in the first post(sounds similar to the "car batteries").
SAY, DOES A HIGHER "GAUSS" LEVEL MEAN A STRONGER MAGNET? The "car batteries" rank between 1000 to 3900 GAUSS.
>>>The amazing Mineral Magnet II water softener (3,870 GAUSS) stops calcium deposits, scale and sediment buildup from forming in fresh water pipes. The strong magnetic field modifies the polarization of mineral salts in fresh water and restricts the formation and build-up of sediments and calcium deposits in water pipes, hot water tanks and hot water furnaces, which overtime, obstructs the flow and efficiency.
Mineral Magnet II will fit virtually any incoming fresh water pipe (including PVC) and is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand. Made of rust proof polypropylene, its two jaws are equipped with four ceramic magnets, and installs in seconds with no tools by way of two rustproof wing nuts.
Enjoy:
Healthier skin and hair
Sparkling dishes
Soft and fluffy laundry
Improved houseplants
Even better tasting coffee and No deposits
Enjoy the benefits of healthier, better tasting tap water with the Mineral Magnet II. Many municipal water plants rely on similar magnetic water treatment to help eliminate calcium deposits and "junk" which form in the main water lines. Mineral Magnet II creates a strong magnetic field that modifies the polarization of mineral salts in fresh water and water pipes. Installs in seconds. No maintenance required. Ever!
Within a few days, you should notice that soap will lather more easily and scale will begin to break down and come off the water heater element and tank. After a couple of weeks, it should be noticeably easier to wipe clean ceramic, plastic, glass and metal surfaces. The quantity of bath soap, dish soap, laundry detergent and laundry softening agents can now be reduced and scale should have loosened on shower heads and frequently used appliances that boil water, like coffee makers.
The scale in the hot water heater will have reduced to the point that water should heat up more quickly thus requiring less energy to achieve the desired temperature. Within a month or so, clogged pipes will become as good as new and you will notice the improved flow and volume of water. Not only does Mineral Magnet II eliminate maintenance and repair bills for plumbing and appliances, it helps lower energy costs by restoring appliances to peak efficiencies as it helps eliminate the built-up deposits.
Most importantly, Mineral Magnet II does not modify the chemical composition of tap water as a water softener does. It keeps all of the essential mineral properties which are vital to good health and hygiene but eliminates the harmful effects of calcium on skin, hair, laundry and kitchen utensils.
Magnetically treated water is environmentally safe
and requires no outside energy source.
For best results:
Purchase three magnets and attach two magnets
to the incoming water pipe before any junction
and attach the third magnet to the pipe
coming out of the hot water heater.
During the stabilization period,
it is advisable to open each faucet once a week for a minute or two in
order to purge the loose fragments of scale which may have broken away
from your pipes and clean the filter screens on your faucets if necessary.
Repeat this process until the water runs clear (minimum of two weeks).
The hot water tank should have 2 to 3 quarts of water
purged once a month until the water runs clear.
If you have any type of filters in your water conduit, inspect them
regularly during this stabilization period. The small tartar fragments
generated by the Mineral Magnet action can clog these filters.
In this case, simply rinse and replace them as needed.
Mineral Magnet II:
Resists deposits and scale in water systems.
Continually dissolves existing calcium deposits.
Protects water pipes and appliances.
Functions without chemicals or salts.
Does not alter your water's vital minerals.
Does not require a plumber for installation.
Fits most plumbing including PVC.
Can be easily installed by homeowner.
Requires No further service or maintenance.
Made of non-corrosive polypropylene.
For healthier hair, skin and even healthier house plants.
5 year limited warranty
Only $49.95 each
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