Most companies that make reverse osmosis filter systems promote them as a way to get better tasting tap water. After all, if you check the labels of most bottled water, you will see reverse osmosis listed as the water treatment method.However, these systems also have their place in well water treatment systems. Depending on the […]

Next to chlorination and fluoride, no form of water treatment gets more attention than reverse osmosis. It’s listed as the primary form of treatment used for many brands of bottled water. It may finally make desalinating ocean water affordable, giving coastal areas the drinking water they need without draining in-land aquifers. It’s also promoted by […]

A foul odor from water is fairly common. If you notice a rotten egg smell every time you open a faucet, and are asking what causes it, the answer isn’t too complicated. We’re going to be discussing how water gets to smell like rotten eggs and what you should do to eliminate the problem. The […]

Most of us are aware that boiling water kills bacteria, viruses, and parasites, collectively known as pathogens. Anyone who has participated in survival exercises, or the boy scouts, knows that we should boil water from streams, natural wells, and lakes before drinking it. The question still remains: does boiling water make it safe to drink? […]

In our quest to find the best, cost-effective way to ensure the water we drink is pure and healthy, many water filtration methods have come into question. A common query is that of Distilled vs Reverse osmosis water. If you’re considering a home water filtration system, it’s a good idea to explore all your options. Knowing […]

Most water filtration is straightforward: if you have a contaminant, you have one or two choices for treatment. However, iron is more complex. There are three types of iron contamination, and each type requires a different treatment strategy. Different methods work better for different contaminates, and they often require water with a specific pH. How […]