What are Microbeads? Microbeads are man-made solid plastic particles of less than one millimeter in their largest dimension. They are commercially available in particle sizes of 10 micrometers to 1 micrometer. That would be the equivalent of 0.00039 inches to 0.039 inches so they are very small and … [Read more...]
Lead Contaminated Tap Water: What’s Your Risk?
It Started in Flint, Michigan Nearly everyone is familiar with the Flint Michigan Water Crisis where lead was being leached from old pipes into drinking water. In 2014, in an effort to save money, the city of Flint switched from its original water provider to using water from the Flint … [Read more...]
How to Remove Fluoride from Water
Does Distilled Water Have Fluoride? No. Distilled water does not have fluoride. Water Distillation Systems are superior at removing fluoride. Third party lab testing reports show that the removal rate of fluoride by Pure Water distillers is greater than 99%. Water filters that … [Read more...]
Effective Nitrate Removal from Water
Nitrates in water can cause blue blood syndrome and birth defects, as well as stomach and colon cancer. Nitrates are mainly used in fertilizers for better crop production. This can cause water quality issues, especially for people who live in states that are heavily involved in farming, … [Read more...]
Removing Chlorine from Drinking Water
Chlorine in drinking water is a big concern these days, which has prompted numerous people to look for ways to remove chlorine from tap water. While chlorine is added to municipal water supplies as a disinfectant to kill disease-causing pathogens, such as bacteria, viruses, and protozoans, it … [Read more...]
Is There Arsenic in Your Tap or Well Water?
Arsenic in Well Water and Tap Water It is well established that high levels of arsenic in drinking water can lead to severe health problems long-term. Well owners must be extra vigilant as arsenic has no color, taste, or odor. Well water quality can vary from location to location, so it is essential … [Read more...]