Fleck Faded, Stiff Laundry System

Buy Now

View full details

If your water contains the measured levels of calcium and magnesium found in Richmond County aquifer 211MDVLL

Government sampling by the U.S. Geological Survey shows calcium and magnesium were consistently detected in groundwater samples here, with concentrations ranging from 1.65 to 5.81 mg/L and a median of 4.805 mg/L across multiple wells. These minerals affect water quality by influencing laundry fabric condition, often contributing to fading and stiffness over time, but this data is from area wells, not your specific source.

If you understand the difference between aesthetic secondary standards and health-based limits for minerals like calcium and magnesium

The levels of calcium and magnesium detected are below any federal health-based thresholds. These minerals, categorized under aesthetic secondary standards, impact the feel, look, and longevity of laundered fabrics rather than posing a health risk. This distinction is important when evaluating options for faded laundry because treatment must focus on water quality improvements affecting laundry performance, not safety compliance.

If your water source differs in depth or type from those sampled in Richmond County aquifer 211MDVLL

The sampled wells ranged from 126 to 220 feet deep, indicating data reflects mid-depth groundwater conditions. Shallow wells or municipal systems might have different calcium and magnesium behavior, requiring you to test your own water directly to understand your water’s effects on laundry. Depth and source affect mineral presence and concentration, so local area data is a guide rather than a guarantee.

If the range of calcium and magnesium measurements below federal thresholds informs your decision

Calcium and magnesium levels measured fall well below federal health-based limits, but variations within the range can influence how quickly fabrics fade or feel stiff when washed. The presence of these minerals alone doesn’t confirm your water will cause faded laundry, but if fading is a concern, looking at mineral management technologies like the Fleck Faded, Stiff Laundry System may help mitigate these effects.

If you consider changes over time in water quality from the 2010 to 2022 data

The multi-year sampling shows consistent detection of calcium and magnesium without upward trends, suggesting stable mineral presence in Richmond County groundwater. This stability suggests ongoing water treatment needs will remain similar over time if your water source resembles those sampled, but only your own water test can confirm.

If you weigh the number and depth of samples behind these measurements

The data is based on 16 samples from 4 wells, providing a moderate-sized sample pool that reflects this aquifer’s typical conditions. While useful for regional understanding, your household water could differ due to localized variation, making personal water testing essential before deciding on a technical approach to manage faded laundry.

From this regional data, what you should NOT conclude is that your own water has the exact concentrations or that fading problems stem solely from calcium and magnesium. Confirming your water’s mineral content through testing remains a critical step. Should mineral levels be a factor, the Fleck Faded, Stiff Laundry System ships ready to configure and offers a direct method to improve laundry appearance and texture by managing these water constituents effectively.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2022-06-28. These figures describe groundwater sampled in this area. They are not a test of any individual private well - only a test of that well can establish its own water.

On record: U.S. Geological Survey sampling of Hardness, Ca, Mg in the 211MDVLL aquifer (Richmond County): 16 results from 4 wells, median 4.805 mg/L, range 1.65-5.81 mg/L; none above any federal threshold