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We all want the water we drink, wash in and cook with to be clean, safe and healthy.
Although we know water filters are a great way to guarantee the quality of our water, we don’t want to spend more than we need to, and the myriad of water filters available can be overwhelming.
In this guide, we’ll look at the different methods of filtering water and make it easier for you to choose the best filter for your needs.
Mains Fed Water Filtration Systems
Mains-fed filter systems connect directly to your plumbing system and provide unlimited filtered water.
Of course, nothing in life is that simple, and there are different types of mains-fed filter systems to consider.
Whole House and Complete Home Filtration Systems
Whole-of-house filter systems connect to your incoming cold water supply before it enters your property and provide filtered, contaminant-free water from every tap in your property.
Installing a water softener as part of a whole house, point-of-entry filtration system also removes calcium and provides complete home filtration by softening your water and reducing scale build-up on hot water appliances and shower screens.
Under Sink Water Filtration Systems
Under-sink and on-tap water filter systems connect to the cold water supply under the sink and W2W Twin Filter Systems are the most popular choice for households and use sediment and carbon filters to remove unwanted chemicals, dirt, chlorine, bacteria and other contaminants.
Options include space-saving single filter systems like the W2W Maxiflow Filter System which comes with a slimline sinktop faucet and the W2W Mixerflow Filter System that connects to your existing mixer tap.
Best for:- Families and homeowners connected to a municipal water supply looking to improve the taste and quality of their drinking and cooking water.
Reverse Osmosis Filter Systems
Reverse Osmosis (RO) is an under-sink water purification process that uses a semi-permeable membrane to remove ions, molecules, and particles from drinking water.
After being filtered through sediment and carbon filters, water is forced through the tiny pores of the RO membrane to remove up to 99% of all contaminants, including calcium, bacteria, metals, viruses, minerals, and chemicals, including PFAS.
Best for: – If you live in an area with poor quality water that has a high mineral and calcium content or comes from untreated bore, tank or groundwater.
Reverse Osmosis removes harmful cysts, viruses and bacteria which can cause health problems and contaminate equipment used in manufacturing processes. RO is the most effective way to provide safe, clean water.
Boiling, Chilled and Sparkling Filtered Water on Tap
Adding an instant boiling, chilled and sparkling water tap is a great way to save time waiting for the kettle to boil, free up fridge space from bottled water and encourage the whole family to drink more.
W2W All-In-One Filter, Boil and Chill Tap, W2W Billi Taps and W2W Zip HydroTaps come with in-built filtration, which removes unwanted contaminants and chlorine. Many householders choose to install an under-sink filter system with their boiling water tap to provide extra protection against contamination, improved water quality and taste and more affordable servicing, maintenance and filter replacement.
Standalone countertop hot and chilled water dispensers like the W2W BIBO Boil and Chill Water Dispenser also provide unlimited hot and chilled water.
Best for: – Households and small businesses who want to stop buying expensive bottled water and are looking for a space-saving, all-in-one way to make a cuppa and enjoy chilled, filtered water straight from the tap.
Water Dispensers for Workplaces
Keeping your employees healthy and hydrated with unlimited clean drinking water is vital for any employer.
Chilled water from a mains-fed filtered water cooler is a cost-effective solution and will keep your workforce and visitors happy.
Filtered Hot and Cold water coolers are available and come in floor-standing and benchtop models.
Best for: – Offices, commercial businesses, dentist offices, and doctor’s surgeries who want an economical and low-maintenance way to provide fresh hot and chilled drinking water.
Travel Water Filters
Making sure you have access to clean, safe “potable” drinking water when you travel is essential, especially if you plan to go off the beaten track.
Even if you stay at registered campsites, the quality of the water can be affected by its source, where it is stored and the age and quality of the pipes it flows through before reaching you.
Contaminated water can cause diarrhoea and vomiting, as well as respiratory and neurological health problems.
Fortunately, there is a wide choice of high-quality portable water filter systems to keep you and your family hydrated and healthy on your travels.
Options include “inline” water filter systems, which connect to your camper van or caravan’s incoming water supply and portable reverse osmosis systems that simply connect to the site water hose.
Best for: – Travellers, hikers and caravan enthusiasts who are unsure how safe a local water supply may be and want to protect themselves and their families from waterborne viruses and bacteria.
Shower and Bath Water Filters
Did you know that more chlorine gets into your body when you shower, compared to drinking the same amount straight from the tap?
Chlorine, lead, iron oxides, hydrogen sulphide odours and other harmful contaminants can cause skin irritation and worsen the effects of eczema.
A simple shower filter screws into your existing shower head and arm and removes dirt, chemicals, chlorine and contaminants to leave hair and skin feeling soft and healthy.
They are lightweight and highly portable, so you can take them with you when you travel and visit family.
Best for: – Delicate baby skin and people with sensitive skin, eczema or allergies, looking for a low-cost way to remove chlorine and harmful chemicals from their bathing water.
Choosing the right water filter for you and your family
The key to choosing the best water filtration solution is to understand the quality of your water, what you want to remove from your water, where you need filtered water and your budget.
At Water2water, we have been helping customers for over 25 years, and we are always happy to have a chat and provide free, unbiased advice on the right filter system for you and your family or workforce.
Call us on 1300 880 303 or drop us an email and let’s get started.