1.   Furthermore, the installation of a softner will gradually eradicate existing scale, since the softened water gradually dissolves it.

2.   The starting point is to identify the volume of softened water that you require now and in the immediate future.

3.   Another important point to consider is whether or not a continuous supply of softened water is essential at tll times.

4.   Dave Jackson, president of Dayton Winnelson Inc., said extremely hard water is harder on water heaters than softened water.

5.   Does softened water damage plants?

6.   Q. I have been told not to use softened water for my houseplants.

7.   The A.O. Smith bulletin says softened water tends to erode the anode rod more quickly.

8.   You might try using softened water, if possible.