When gardening, you’ll want to make sure your plants have access to clean, safe water to help them thrive. Regular tap water contains chloramine and chlorine levels that can hurt your garden; therefore, a garden hose filter is required to protect your plants from these harmful chemicals. A garden hose filter may assist you in growing a fruitful garden by keeping your soil healthy and providing your plants with the nutrients they require to flourish. First Time Buyer’s Guide: How to Choose the Correct Hose Filter When selecting your first water filter for a garden hose, there are a few factors to consider. Filter Materials A sediment filter is a good choice for a garden hose filter since it keeps dirt, sediments, pebbles, and other material out of your water supply. The higher the mesh value, the greater the amount of impurities that can be filtered. If you use municipal…
Ultrafiltration is a method of water filtration much unlike reverse osmosis. Also referred to as UF, ultrafiltration utilizes the pressure of a standard home water system, in order to remove contaminants by forcing water through a semipermeable membrane. Through this method, ultrafiltration is capable of removing bacteria, parasites, and viruses, while also retaining minerals found in water. While it does bear a resemblance to reverse osmosis systems, ultrafiltration is considered to be a superior method of filtration, efficient at producing mineral rich, healthy drinking water. What Exactly is Ultrafiltraion? Through the use of hydrostatic pressure, ultrafiltration works similarly to reverse osmosis, forcing water through a semipermeable membrane. The overall success of this process is thanks to a membrane pore size of 103 to 106 Daltons, filtering away bacteria, viruses, endotoxins, and much more. This semipermeable membrane produces purified water with a very low density of silt, once the water is…
When you are serious about the RV life, obtaining safe drinking water is not always an easy task. The quality of your drinking water is highly dependent upon the water source of any given RV park, unless you utilize pricey bottled water, instead. Either way, it’s a well known fact that water from plastic bottles, as well as RV park water sources are both accompanied by an unpleasant flavor. How fresh is RV water, exactly? By the time camping season is beginning to wrap up, water is drained out of the system in order to properly winterize your RV for winter storage. The biggest issue with this practice, is that it’s impossible to drain all of the fresh water from the holding tank. Should you manage to remove all of the water contained therein, moisture will still remain in the system. This means that it creates an environment beneficial to…
Managing personal health is one of the most popular pursuits of mankind, especially in terms of extending overall longevity. Food and water sources are under constant scrutiny, especially in regard to which method is superior to another, and the debate over filtered tap water vs bottled water is no exception. So which type of drinking water is safest, and deserving of a spot in your household? Filtered Tap Water Water filters are capable of purifying tap water by allowing water to flow through various types of filter media utilizing different methods. The type of media utilized is completely dependent upon the manufacturer, model, and, in some cases, consumer discretion. Ultimately, the goal is to obtain safe drinking water for your household, without the need for excessive plastic or dangerous chemicals. Charcoal Filtration Filters may utilize cartridges containing activated charcoal. Charcoal has an inherent characteristic of high porosity, which makes it…
Water filtration has come a long way since the early days of emerging water purification techniques. Many factors go into the overall design and manufacturing evaluation as to whether any given material is an effective mode of filtration. As one of the more effective routes, solid carbon blocks have dominated the industry of water treatment, especially in the POU (or Point of Use) category. This specific method of water filtration employees other filter tech, in addition to standalone treatment methods. Carbon Filters Explained Most water filtration processes involve carbon, where it serves as a medium. These include backpacking water filters, pitcher filters, faucet filters, reverse osmosis water filtration systems, refrigerator filters, shower filters, and even whole house filters. Considering almost every filtration solution out there relies on carbon, let’s talk about its source. Carbon for filtration is derived by grinding up any of the three main carbon sources – coconut…
When you have a pool, you want to ensure you have access to it all summer long. Unfortunately, bacteria and contaminants can get in the way of enjoying a big splash, especially when you aren’t utilizing the proper pool filter. While it’s true that chlorine and other sanitizers work hard to kill various contaminants, other elements are known to contribute to the growth and colonization of bacteria. If you are struggling to see the point in filtration, try associating a pool filter with your liver. Although your body may employ other means to keep your body free from dangerous bacteria, it’s the liver that is the true work horse of the human body. Without a pool filter, debris virtually remains untouched, which quickly leads to cloudy pool water. On the other hand, when a filter is not properly maintained on a schedule, it can lead to dangerous swimming conditions. Either…
Most homeowners with refrigerator water filters often struggle to keep up with the replacement schedule. Perhaps, they often get carried away with enjoying a constant supply of fresh, clean water while forgetting that the refrigerator filter is due for a change. We all need clean water to stay healthy. But this description doesn’t fit our tap water, which often contains contaminants like bacteria, heavy metals, and others when passing through the municipal pipes. This is why you install a refrigerator water filter to remove these contaminants and ensure the water coming out of your water dispenser is clean and safe for drinking. How frequently do you need to replace your refrigerator water filter? The question, “How often should I change my water filter?” is so important that we came up with this detailed guide to answer it and provide even more helpful information. Why do you need to replace your…
The first step in understanding the working principle of reverse osmosis is to know what osmosis is all about. Osmosis explains the natural behavior of water – how it always strives to achieve equilibrium. For instance, if there is a cup, and in the cup, there is a thin piece of waterproof clothing partitioning it into two sections of the same size. The clothing is the “semipermeable membrane.” Now let’s assume we fill each section with equal amounts of fresh water and saltwater. You would notice that the water level on the saltwater compartment will continue to rise. This is because the freshwater moves to the saltwater section (the more concentrated solution) through the membrane. The movement confirms the nature of water to always look for equilibrium; it is moving to ensure there is an equal amount of salt in both sections. In reverse osmosis, pressure comes into play, and…
People often remineralize their RO water to raise the pH level to meet their preferences. However, not many people know this. There are several water drinkers out there that want to remineralize their RO water but with little to no success. Remineralization is a relatively easy process. There are many methods to achieve the desired results. But just before we get to that, it is important to know why remineralization is necessary, despite the water already purified. Read on to find an answer to this question and several others related to healthy water, the mineral components, and how you can remineralize your water to your taste. RO Water Explained Reverse Osmosis (RO) water offers a wide range of health benefits. Reverse osmosis is a method of water purification that relies on a counter-osmosis principle. The membrane in reverse osmosis is semipermeable and usually made of a thin film composite. Therefore,…
The majority of households across America, and other well developed countries, already enjoy a supply of treated tap water. However, it may come as a surprise to learn that as many as four in ten Americans prefer to utilize some form of water treatment within their home, in order to remove additional contaminants. Because they are easily accessible, and simple to use, faucet filters are a widely used form of water filtration. While they may be easy to buy, and simply to use, they may not be the best option for your family. If you find yourself doubting the effectiveness of your faucet filter, let’s explore a few questions: Are Faucet Filters Effective? Are Faucet Filters Worth the Investment? Should I Purchase an Expensive Unit? Understanding Filtering VS Purifying Water Far too often, people unintentionally compromise their own health by putting less effort toward their drinking sources. Although some individuals…