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Types Of Water
Filters
by: Stephen
Kreutzer
Many people are starting to become concerned by what is in their
drinking water. Water filters and filtration systems are becoming
popular in homes across the country. Safety is one concern, but
taste is another that water filters address. Contaminants are the
cause of particles or bad taste. Testing your water for contaminants
is the first step. If contaminants are found you can then look into
a water filter.
The type of water filter you chose will be based upon a few
factors. If you own your home you can pretty much install any water
filter you chose, but if you do not own your home then you are
limited to water filters that are non-evasive or easily removed.
Costs also vary from under $100 to over $1000. The amount of
filtration also varied from filter to filter. To start with you
should familiarize yourself with the types of water filters
available.
Whole house filters are set up through the main water line that
comes into the house. This type of water filter removes contaminants
from all the water entering your home. A whole house system is good
for removing particles like rust and sediment.
Under sink filters come in a variety of styles. There are filters
that take multiple cartridges or only one. Each type of under sink
filter is designed to remove different contaminants. Some may only
remove particles while others may have additional cartridges to
remove odors and taste problems. These can be bought according to
the particular needs based on the contaminants in your water. They
only filter water going to the area where the filter is installed.
Faucet-mounted filters are easy to install and remove. It only
filter the water coming out of the faucet where it is installed.
There is not mounting required as most simply screw onto the faucet.
These types of filters also come in a variety that can be chosen
based upon what contaminants are in your water.
Canister filters are the simplest form of water filter. These
filters are basically just a pitcher with a filtration system in the
lid. Water is poured in, goes through the filter to the reserve tank
(pitcher bottom) and then can be drank. The only water filtered is
what is put in the pitcher.
These are the basic types of water filters. Your needs and the
contaminants in your water will help you decide which water filter
will work best for you.
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About The Author
Stephen Kreutzer is a freelance publisher based in
Cupertino, California. He publishes articles and reports in
various ezines and provides water filter information on Your
Water Filter! http://www.yourwaterfilter.info. |
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