Will Water Softeners Remove Chlorine?
Find out if your water softener is protecting you from the chlorine used in municipal water treatment.
The Chlorine Question
Municipalities use chlorine to disinfect the water supply and keep it safe from bacteria. While necessary, chlorine can leave water smelling and tasting like a swimming pool, and it can dry out your skin.
The Short Answer
No, a standard water softener does not remove chlorine. Its ion exchange resin is designed specifically to target calcium and magnesium, not chemicals like chlorine.
The Solution
In fact, high levels of chlorine can actually damage the resin beads in your softener over time. If you want to remove chlorine from your home's water, you need to pair your softener with a carbon filtration system.
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