Which water filter jug ​​is better?

Water is the basis of the daily diet, and it must be of high quality, free from impurities and odor. In urban environments, we most often drink highly chlorinated liquid, but outside the city, when extracting water even from a deep well, no one guarantees bacteriological purity. Special filters with replaceable cassettes come to the rescue.

Operating principle and design of a water jug

There should be a filter at home, in the country or at work. It is easy to use, even a child can handle it. The design is the same, as it does not require any additions or special effects:

• jug;
• container for collecting water;
• cartridge.

We collect water in the upper part, it is passed through a filter, freed from impurities, and then accumulates in the lower reservoir. The structure can be assembled and disassembled; it can (and should!) be washed and cassettes changed regularly. Jugs are made of glass or plastic, the second option is more common.

After purchase, you should follow certain operating rules, they are simple:

1. Wash with detergent.
2. Change the cartridge every 3 months, because bacteria and harmful substances will begin to accumulate in it. If you simply wash it, it will not increase its service life! Replacement only!
3. Water after filtration is stored for no more than 12 hours. After we have cleared it of chlorine, we give bacteria freedom to multiply.Believe me, they react very quickly to a change in situation and start the process of colonization.

You can extend the shelf life! Place the jug in the refrigerator, there the bacteria will subside a little, but the time should not exceed three days.

4. It is strictly forbidden to keep cartridges under the sun and leave them dry. If the filter has been lying on the shelf for a long time without use, then it will need to be “warmed up”. To do this, we filter 2 portions and pour them out.

So, it’s easy to use the device, but how not to get lost in the wide assortment presented in stores?

Main selection criteria

Taking care of the health of the family, we consider devices from different points of view.

Volume

First of all, we pay attention to volume. This is more of an economic factor. A large family will require significant water consumption, so it is better to pay attention to four-liter containers. For a family of two or three people, 1.5-2 liters is enough. The small appliances make it easy to fit them into the refrigerator.

You should not choose designs with a reserve; water is used at a time, and does not accumulate and do not sit for days. We remember the timing of bacterial reproduction.

Types of cartridges

They solve several problems at once:

• get rid of chlorine, various impurities and bacteriological contamination;
• reduce rigidity;
• improve taste and color;
• carry out mineralization.

According to varieties, there are several main types that differ in composition. You should choose based on your needs, wishes, health status and the quality of tap water.

1. Most often, charcoal is used, which perfectly cleans out dirt and adsorbs everything unnecessary. On average, carbon filters are enough for about 750 liters.
2. To soften and get rid of heavy metal impurities, ion exchange resins are added.
3. Fluoridation supplements help improve hair and bone health.
4. For mineralization, cassettes containing useful microelements are used.
5. For families with small children, it is recommended to buy cartridges without silver.

Each region has its own characteristics of water supply. The condition of the water that eventually ends up in our tap depends on the depth of its occurrence, the degree of purification and the properties of the soil.

I advise you to buy filters with a replacement indicator, this will make it easier to track and change the cartridge on time.

Plastic

When buying a plastic product, the first thing you need to do is smell it. A pungent chemical smell should alert you and prompt you to refuse to purchase a dubious device. Trusted manufacturers guarantee the safety of their products; their products have the necessary certificates. If you come across an unfamiliar inscription, you can look at the markings on the bottom. Food grade plastic is marked with a picture of a fork and glass.

Top manufacturers

Having studied numerous reviews, surveys and test purchases, I have compiled a list of those who are worth paying attention to first.

Barrier

This is our Russian company, which offers about 14 types of filtration devices made from German plastic. These are environmentally friendly high quality products. Barrier offers 7 options for replacement cassettes, and the capacities range from 1.7 to 4 liters.

Aquaphor

Also our company, but it has already gained popularity from America to Asia thanks to the global safety certificate and special cartridges with fiber material. Some cassettes fit American and German jugs. You can choose a volume from 2 to 3.9 liters.

Brita

Combines true German quality and beautiful design.The water from their jug ​​tastes like high mountain springs.

The most popular models are “Marella” and “Elemaris”, they are equipped with special filtration counters.

You should never skimp on the quality of drinking water. Our body consists of 70% of it, all functions are based on the movement of liquid, so we choose jugs with a filter carefully and use them with pleasure every day!