How to protect skin and hair from Amsterdam water?

The most effective solution is a filtered shower head with an activated carbon cartridge. The Limpéa removes 97% of chlorine and significantly reduces limescale — visible results from the first week.

Amsterdam Water Hardness: 210 mg/L CaCO3 — Why You Need a Shower Filter

Q: Is Amsterdam water hard?

Amsterdam water measures 210 mg/L CaCO3, classified as hard. Source: Dune-filtered water from Rhine + Bethune polder (Waternet). Calcium levels reach 70-90 mg/L.

Q: Does the Limpéa work with Amsterdam water?

Yes. The Limpéa is designed for all water hardness levels, including Amsterdam's hard water (210 mg/L CaCO3). Universal G1/2" fitting, installs in 20 seconds.

Amsterdam Water Quality Data

Hardness	210 mg/L CaCO3 — hard
Source	Dune-filtered water from Rhine + Bethune polder (Waternet)
Chlorine	None — Netherlands does not add chlorine to drinking water
Calcium	70-90 mg/L
Magnesium	10-15 mg/L
Country	Netherlands

How Amsterdam Water Affects Your Skin & Hair

At 210 mg/L CaCO3, Amsterdam water has measurable effects on your skin and hair health:

No chlorine but significant hardness causes limescale
Skin dryness from mineral deposits rather than chemicals
Hair feels heavy and loses volume over time
Shower glass and fixtures calcify steadily

These effects are gradual but real and accumulate with every daily shower.

Did you know? Amsterdam's chlorine-free water is unique in Europe, but the hardness still damages skin and hair. The Limpéa filter removes the calcium and magnesium deposits that cause dryness.

Areas Covered

The data above applies to Centrum, De Pijp, Jordaan, Oud-West, Noord, Amstelveen, Haarlem.

Limpéa — Filter Amsterdam Water

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FAQ — Water & Showering in Amsterdam

Is Amsterdam water hard?

Yes — 210 mg/L CaCO3 (hard). Source: Dune-filtered water from Rhine + Bethune polder (Waternet). Calcium reaches 70-90 mg/L.

How to protect skin and hair in Amsterdam?

An activated carbon filtered shower head like the Limpéa removes 97% of chlorine and reduces limescale. It's the most direct and effective solution — installs in 20 seconds, results from day one.

Does the Limpéa work with Amsterdam water?

Yes. The Limpéa is designed for all hardness levels, including Amsterdam's hard water. Universal G1/2" fitting, compatible with 99% of standard showers worldwide.