Choosing a Water Purification System

There is growing concern about the safety and purity of the world's water supply. Bottled water has become really popular for its taste and for its portability. Recently, there has been growing concern about whether bottled water is really better than plain tap water or not.

While information can be contradictory, some research has shown it's not really any better than tap water. In fact, some bottled water contains some of the same organisms that consumers are looking to avoid. There is an alternative to bottled water, a home water purification system.

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Consumers are advised to research systems they are interested in. When looking at filtration systems, there are some things to consider. Consider the space available to install the system in. If counter space is limited, an under the sink/counter model is possible.
It is also called a whole-house water purification system. This would purify all the water at the point where it enters the home. Bath, shower, toilet water, as well as drinking water is purified. Shower filters are available and attach to the shower head or can be attached to a hand-held shower wand.

Some people may be interested in point of use systems. These are also called faucet-mounted systems. They attach the kitchen tap or any faucet throughout the house.
Faucet-mounted systems purify only the water that passes through it.

Water purification systems also include pitcher filter systems. This type purifies the water as the water fills the piture and with each use. The pitchers are typically refrigerator, which means pure cold water. There's nothing like an ice cold glass of water!

There are also filtration systems that can be used with bottles. Glass containers are usually the best for maintaining the purity of the water. Filtration straws are also available and are for individual usage.

Another thing to consider is the capacity of the system. If the house is large, it might be best to consider a whole-house filter. Some systems can purify up to 500 gallons of water, some 1000, and some as much 2000 gallons before needing a filter change or maintenance.

Budget is also an important consideration when considering a water purification system. Filtration systems range in price, so it is important to consider this as well. Beyond budget, capacities, and the type of water purification system, consider the fact that there are many health benefits to drinking pure water.

Choosing a Water Purification System

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