If your water smells and tastes like metal or if you find yourself constantly scrubbing that unsightly scum that forms around the interior of your bathtub, then chances are you are suffering from a hard water problem. Water hardness results from the presence of dissolved calcium and magnesium deposits in natural water. Hard water buildup is responsible for most scale formation … [Read more...] about There Is Hope for Your Hard Water Problems
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Chromium III vs. Chromium VI in Water: What You Need to Know
Recent reports have indicated the presence of chromium vi, also known as hexavalent chromium, in the municipal water supplies of 31 cities across the U.S. This toxic compound is an industrial pollutant and is known to be carcinogenic. Currently, the most effective way to remove chromium-6 from water is reverse osmosis filtration. However, yearly water quality reports fail to … [Read more...] about Chromium III vs. Chromium VI in Water: What You Need to Know
U.S. finally admits there is too much fluoride in water
Water fluoridation - once considered one of the 20th century's greatest accomplishments in public health - is now admitted to be a cause for concern by U.S. government officials, dentists and scientific researchers, alike. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced, last Friday, plans to lower the amount of fluoride in drinking water after recent scientific … [Read more...] about U.S. finally admits there is too much fluoride in water
How to Buy a Water Filter Pitcher
If the title of this blog post sounds familiar, it's because we did one similar to it a few months ago, specifically on Brita and Mavea brand water pitchers. But that post was more about how to choose a water filter pitcher based on certain criteria. Once you've made your choice, you should know the best way to go about actually buying one. We recommend following these simple … [Read more...] about How to Buy a Water Filter Pitcher
Buyer’s Guide: Refrigerator Water Filters
If the water and ice that comes out of your fridge has started to taste funny, you may be in the market for a new refrigerator water filter. It's important to know exactly what you need before buying. That's why we've put together a quick refrigerator water filter buyer's guide to help you decide. Before you choosing your filter, research to find out which filters are … [Read more...] about Buyer’s Guide: Refrigerator Water Filters