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  Soft water and demineralized water serve different purposes depending on their treatment processes and mineral content. Soft water , obtained through a water softener, removes hardness-causing minerals like calcium and magnesium, making it ideal for domestic use. Demineralized water, on the other hand, undergoes advanced purification such as reverse osmosis or ion exchange to remove all dissolved ions, producing mineral-free water suitable for laboratories and industries that require absolute purity. Benefits and Uses of Soft Water Soft water is gentle on skin, hair, clothes, and household appliances. It prevents scale buildup , enhances detergent efficiency, and extends the life of plumbing systems. Commonly used for bathing, cleaning, and laundry, soft water also reduces maintenance costs and energy consumption by keeping geysers and washing machines free from mineral deposits. What Makes Demineralized Water Unique Demineralized water , or DM water, is completely free of dissol...

At a home in Tambaram, Chennai, the residents noticed something strange every time they filled a bucket. “The water looks brown and cloudy, even after it settles,” said the homeowner. “The tiles get dirty again just after cleaning,” added another. At first, they assumed it was a tank-cleaning issue. They drained and scrubbed the sump. They cleaned the overhead tank. They even changed the borewell motor. But the problem persisted. The water looked muddy , the taps clogged quickly, and white clothes turned dull. It wasn’t the tank. It wasn’t the plumbing. It was the water itself, carrying fine mud, silt, and clay from the borewell. The Hidden Cause Behind Muddy Water in Homes When borewell or sump water turns brown or cloudy, the reason lies below the surface. Groundwater collects sediments like mud , sand, and fine clay particles as it flows through soil and rock layers. During pumping, these sediments get mixed with water, turning it murky. The problem worsens after rainfall or when b...

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  At a home in Coimbatore, the family noticed something odd every morning. “The water smells like rotten eggs whenever we open the tap,” said the homeowner. The smell was strongest when the water came directly from the sump and borewell. At first, they assumed it was a plumbing issue. They cleaned the overhead tank. They poured disinfectants into the sump. They even tried adding chlorine tablets. But nothing worked. The foul smell always returned — stronger than before. It wasn’t the tank. It wasn’t the pipes. It was the water itself, carrying sulphur gases and bacteria from underground. The Role of Hydrogen Sulfide in Borewell Water The sulphur smell in borewell water is a common issue in areas where groundwater runs through sulphate-rich rock layers. As water flows through these formations, bacteria react with the sulphates, releasing hydrogen sulfide gas . This reaction not only creates the rotten egg smell but also: Corrodes metal pipes and taps, Leaves black or brown stains o...

  At an office in Anna Nagar, Chennai, employees were complaining about a strange odour from the washroom taps and pantry sink. “The water smells like rotten eggs every morning,” one staff member said. “It makes even washing hands unpleasant,” another added. At first, they tried quick fixes. They used chlorine tablets. They added fragrance cubes to the storage tanks. They even cleaned the sumps more frequently. But the foul odour kept returning. It wasn’t the tank. It wasn’t the plumbing. It was the water itself, carrying dissolved gases and bacteria from the borewell. The Hidden Cause Behind Smelly Tap Water When their borewell water was tested, it revealed high levels of hydrogen sulfide — a gas that forms when organic matter or bacteria break down in groundwater. This gas is what gives water that unmistakable “rotten egg” smell. Over time, these bacteria multiply inside sumps, pipelines, and storage tanks, making the smell worse whenever water stands stagnant overnight. This le...