Water Filters

 

The purpose of a water filter is to remove impurities and contaminants found in water by way of a physical barrier, chemical or biological process. The result will be water that has been cleansed to be used for irrigation, drinking and other uses. Historically our ancestors used crystals as a filtration system to remove microbes and pathogens. Prior to the packaging and distribution of water products, the boiling of water was a method implemented to remove sediment and contaminants. Today you can inexpensively filter your own water yourself by purchasing a pitcher and replaceable water filter cartridge or attach a water filter system to your water faucet.

Carbon filters are of the most common types of water filter; they function by absorbing contaminants therefore only small particles will pass through the pores of the filter. This method of water filtration I personally implemented while living in Chicago which resulted in my being able to filter up to 40 gallons of water per filter. A faucet mounted filtration system will filter the water that is flowing directly from that specific faucet. The filtration process is similar to a pitcher system in that it uses activated carbon to absorb contaminants and pollutants. With the human body being 60-70% water removing as many impurities as you can is one step to living a healthier life.