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Water Softener Salts That Reduce Hard-Water Buildup


Water softener salts help reduce hard-water buildup that can damage plumbing, stain fixtures and reduce appliance efficiency. They improve water quality for cleaner dishes, softer laundry, and better hair and skin. Explore a wide selection of water softener salts at Lowe’s to find the right option for your home.


Benefits of Water Softener Salt

  • Efficient Resin Regeneration: restores your softener’s mineral-trapping action for smooth water flow
  • Protects Plumbing and Appliances: helps prevent scale and extend the life of water-connected fixtures
  • Better Soap Performance: produces soft water that lathers easily, rinses cleaner and uses less soap
  • Convenient Maintenance: keeps your system operating with minimal effort if used regularly
  • Improves Water Quality: reduces hard-water effects like spotting, soap film and dry skin


Key Features of Water Softener Salt

  • Different Types: available in evaporated salt, solar salt, pellets and blocks to meet different system needs
  • Low-Sodium Alternatives: potassium-based versions that offer softening without increasing sodium content
  • Bulk Packaging: sold in easy-to-store bags or cartons to reduce refill trips


How to Choose Water Softener Salt

  • Check Salt Type: Evaporated pellets dissolve quickly and resist bridging, while solar or block options offer other advantages.
  • Prioritize Purity for Easy Maintenance: Higher-purity salt helps reduce tank clean-out frequency.
  • Choose Format for Convenience: Pellets work in most systems, while blocks might suit brine tank designs with large chambers.
  • Match System Needs: Always follow your softener manufacturer’s recommendations for the best results.


How to Use Water Softener Salts

  • Step 1: Check your water softener tank and make sure it’s clean and ready to be refilled.
  • Step 2: Pour the water softener salt directly into the brine tank, filling it to the manufacturer’s recommended level.
  • Step 3: Use the correct type of salt (pellets, crystals or blocks) that matches your system’s requirements.
  • Step 4: Monitor salt levels regularly and refill when the salt drops below 1/3 full.
  • Step 5: Follow your water softener’s instructions for regeneration cycles to keep the system running efficiently.


Water softener salts play a key role in reducing hard-water buildup, protecting plumbing and helping appliances run more efficiently. By improving water quality, they make everyday tasks like laundry, dishwashing and cleaning easier and more effective. Find the right water softener salts at Lowe’s to keep your home’s water system performing at its best.