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Filtration & Systems · Latest
How Long Does a Whole House Water Filter Last?
Cartridges last months, media beds last years, and tanks last longer than both. Here is how to read a lifespan claim and what actually shortens a filter's life.
Aug 19, 2025 · 6 min read
Contaminants & Health
Water Filter Disinfection After a Flood or Hurricane
During the aftermath of every natural disaster such as a flood or a hurricane, every household will be in dire need of clean and safe drinking water…
Aug 19, 2025 · 5 min read
Filtration & Systems
Top 5 Water Filters That Remove Trihalomethanes
Looking for a tthm water filter that removes trihalomethanes? You're in luck! In this blog post, we'll share with you the top 5 water filters that can get…
Aug 17, 2023 · 6 min read
Well & Tap Water
Hard Water Treatments That Actually Work
Table of Contents Hard water is one of the most common problems for homeowners living in areas where there are high concentrations of dissolved minerals…
Jul 12, 2023 · 5 min read
Contaminants & Health
Is Chlorine In Water Bad For You? The Pros, Cons and Potential Risks
Is Chlorine In Water Bad For You? The Pros, Cons and Potential Risks The need for clean and safe drinking water has been steadily increasing as time…
Jul 12, 2023 · 10 min read
Water Education
Are Under Sink Water Filters Worth it?
Are Under Sink Water Filters Worth it? Table of Contents If you already know the advantages of drinking and using filtered water, then having your own…
Jul 12, 2023 · 10 min read
Well & Tap Water
The Importance of Water Filter to Gardening
Water Filters for Gardening - Is Filtered Water Good For Plants? Table of Contents If there’s one good thing that the pandemic has brought to people, it’s…
Jul 12, 2023 · 6 min read
Contaminants & Health
What Are The Benefits Of Drinking Filtered Water?
What Are The Benefits Of Drinking Filtered Water? Table of Contents Water is a daily necessity of the body and is greatly beneficial to one’s health. We…
Jul 12, 2023 · 5 min read
Filtration & Systems
Shower Filters VS Whole House Filters: Which is Better?
Table of Contents If you have considered using countertop water filters for safe and happy drinking, then you might want to consider using a shower filter…
Jul 11, 2023 · 15 min read
Filtration & Systems
UV Water Filtration System Explained
Table of Contents It has become a necessity to own a water filtration system at home for its tremendous help. Filtration systems can range from sizes to…
Jul 11, 2023 · 5 min read
Filtration & Systems
Is there a bypass valve on the AquaOx water filtration system?
Water Filter Bypass Valve How Does A Whole House Water Filter Bypass Valve Work? A whole-house water filter bypass valve is a mechanism that allows you to…
Jul 11, 2023 · 5 min read
Filtration & Systems
Refrigerator-Filtered Water vs. Reverse Osmosis Water: Which is Better?
Table of Contents The concept of water filtration can be quite confusing to some especially when they are presented with various filtration methods and…
Jul 11, 2023 · 7 min read
Well & Tap Water
What Are The Pros And Cons Of A Water Softener
Water is one of the most essential substances for human, animal, and plant life. Without water, our body can’t perform its bodily functions. As a result…
Jul 11, 2023 · 10 min read
Contaminants & Health
TDS in Tap Water: Its Potential Health Risks and How to Reduce It
Table of Contents Tds scale water About Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) What do you know about TDS? TDS stands for Total Dissolved Solids, and it is used to…
Jul 11, 2023 · 11 min read
Filtration & Systems
Activated Carbon Filters: What Exactly Do They Filter Out?
Table of Contents Nowadays, various types of water filters have become quite popular. Since not only big industries are investing in it but also homes…
Jul 6, 2023 · 8 min read
Maintenance & How-To
The Best Way to Remove Rust From Your Drinking Water
Table of Contents How To Remove Rust From Water Imagine seeing that flow of yellowish or brownish rusty water coming from your faucet. Or maybe you’re…
Jan 18, 2023 · 6 min read
Contaminants & Health
Does a Whole House Water Filter Remove Calcium And Other Beneficial Minerals?
About Tap Water While water from the tap may be the most convenient, practical and cheapest way to have drinking water, it has its downsides. Tap water…
Jan 18, 2023 · 9 min read
Maintenance & How-To
How to Choose a Backpacking Water Filter
Okay, so you're out on a hike and you've just come to a river. You're thirsty, but you don't want to drink the water because you know it's full of all…
Jan 11, 2023 · 5 min read
Healthy Living
Is Tap Water Really Good For Your Skin?
We all know that water is essential for our health, but did you know that the type of water you use on your skin can make a big difference? While tap…
Jan 6, 2023 · 5 min read
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