i just move in a area that has hard water(dont make soap soads and leave scum around the tub)....what can i do about this problem? I was told to get an water softner system from walmart but i live in a apartment and dont think i have any access to pipes that is needed to hook the system up...can someone please give me a solution to my problem!

You can use a very cheap solution in you bath water called Epsom Salts bought from a drug store in a bag. Add about 2 cups in bath water. It will soften the water and you won't have soap scum and will actually make your skin feel really great.

If your Google around you can find attachments for showers and facuets that suppposedly make soft water right at the spout. Scroll down to the 2nd and 3rd products here. Shower Filters - Showerheads, Massage Showerhead (http://www.yourwaterneeds.com/WC_ShowerFilters.asp)