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Water Hardness
Hard water is the #1 factor that shortens the life of your Aquafire. Find your water hardness below.
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or enter manually
Water Hardness Scale
US Water Hardness Map
Soft
Moderate
Hard
V.Hard
Data from municipal reports. For accuracy, check your
local CCR
or use a home test kit.
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Fireplace Configuration
Select the size, quantity, and softener grade for each fireplace in your installation.
Total 20" segments: 3
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Usage
How often will you run your fireplace? This affects how quickly your softener cartridge is consumed.
Recreational use is typically 3–4 hours per day.
Residential installations average 2–3 days per week.
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Replacement Timeline
Your estimated Vapor Pure softener cartridge replacement schedule.
Enter your water hardness above to see your estimated softener replacement timeline.
Softener Guide
Choose the right Vapor Pure system for your installation.
| Usage Type | Water Hardness | Recommended System | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recreational (3–4 days/wk, ≤6 hrs/day) | Soft to Hard (≤180 PPM) | Residential Grade | 300 grains |
| Recreational | Very Hard (>180 PPM) | Commercial Grade | 700 grains |
| Commercial (daily, >6 hrs/day) | Any hardness level | Commercial Grade | 700 grains |
Cartridges are interchangeable between Residential and Commercial systems. If you find you’re replacing more often than expected, switch to a Commercial Replacement Cartridge on your next refill.