Despite the efforts of campaigners and activists, in Australia we still only recycle roughly a third of our plastic waste. Our thirst for fresh, safe water is a huge contributor to this figure, with around 373 million plastic water bottles consigned to waste each year.
Obviously, access to safe drinking water is essential, but with the risks of drinking unfiltered tap water well known, many of us opt for bottled water - despite the obvious harm it does to our environment. But still, many of us would feel better if there was a way of managing the amount of plastic we use just to stay hydrated. How can we ensure our water tastes fresh, is free from toxins, and reduce our dependency on plastic and plastic bottles in the process?
Saving The Environment With Home Water Filters
There is an alternative to bottled water that produces a fraction of the waste, providing water that is arguably even safer to drink. A simple charcoal filter, or similar system, will remove toxins, sediment, and heavy metals from your water, leaving you with filtered water that can be far safer for consumption compared to standard tap water. These eco friendly water filter systems can remove chlorine as well as other chemicals which are undesirable in our water supply, leaving you with water which is as safe and delicious as buying bottled water.
You may have seen people use an activated charcoal stick to purify water. This works because activated charcoal is treated to be super porous, allowing it to absorb the maximum amount of toxins and unwanted elements from the water. But it does take at least an hour.
Imagine you took a bunch of these activated charcoal sticks (also known as activated carbon), and broke them up to increase the surface area. This is essentially how home filtering works in all it's forms: tap water is fed through the material, the activated charcoal absorbs any toxins, bad taste and odour, and you are left with purified water, in a fraction of the time. Get yourself a reusable water bottle, take your fresh water with you, and you've no longer any use for plastic bottles or bottled water.
Filter Water at Home
Home water filtration systems come in a variety of shapes and sizes. It is possible to fit under sink water filters to many homes, providing you with a constant supply of filtered water direct from the tap. There are a range of benchtop water filters available with the same overall effect, meaning you just need to turn the tap to access purified water. We have both plumbed, and non-plumbed options for this. So whether you own the property, or are renting, there is a suitable system for your needs. Although some systems rely on reverse osmosis, many modern systems favour activated carbon for effectiveness and price.
Fridge filters and filter jugs use the same principle, so you don't necessarily need a full home water filtration system to do your bit. Potentially, some activated charcoal and a water jug are all you need - but don't worry, we can do all the science for you! All you need to know is there's no difference in how safe and delicious your water will be. Best of all, you'll never be buying bottled water again.
Save Money and Plastic Bottles
A fridge water filter or a water jug with filter is a more cost-effective, but still environmentally friendly way to help minimize your carbon footprint and minimize unnecessary waste. If your fridge has a water system you aren’t using, now could be the time to get a new filter cartridge and get it hooked up – but if not, a water filter jug can do the exact same job. The only difference is that you have to actually pour water yourself!
Refrigerator Water Filters
Drinking water is best when it’s ice cold, so nothing beats water straight from the fridge. If you have a fridge water dispenser you’re not using, you might be surprised how quick and easy it is to change water filters, and how affordable they are. By resolving to use your fridge water filter for filtered water, you could not only save on huge amounts of plastic, but a fair amount of money too.
Each filter cartridge should provide you with six months worth of purified water before you need to order replacement filters, dependent on usage and local conditions.
If you don’t have a water filter built in, and a new fridge is a little more than you can afford right now though, just bear it in mind for your next purchase. There are still ways you can enjoy filtered water in the meantime without creating a mountain of plastic.
Water Filter Jugs and Pitchers
The simplest and cheapest way of filtering water at home is to get your own environmentally friendly water filter jug, and filter your own tap water. This approach requires only minimal effort and a tiny amount of forward planning. A water filter jug or pitcher will enable you to simply and quickly turn tap water into drinking water. Simply fill, place in the fridge, and in no time you have ice cold, crystal clear water for you and your family to enjoy safely (no plastic water bottle required). Take a look at the benefits of the best water filter jugs here at Discount Fridge Filters.
Brita Water Filter Jugs
Brita are one of the biggest names in the game, and make some of the best water filter jugs. So you know you are dealing with a brand you can trust when you purchase a Brita Jug. This Brita water filter pitcher uses the Maxtra+ filter to remove impurities like limescale, can remove chlorine, and any traces of metals that can seep through from the pipes in your home. The Brita filter is one of the most refined on the market, using a combination of charcoal and ion exchange pearls to filter water.
Easy to fit in the fridge door and super easy to fill with the swing top, a Brita water pitcher is perfect for those looking for filtered water on a budget, who want to decrease their carbon footprint in the process.
Vol Water Filter Jugs
Another water filter jug manufacturer you can trust, Vol have been providing filtered water worldwide for many years. The plastic jug is fitted with a Disrupter PACV filter, which uses some fancy tech to filter out bacteria, viruses, parasites, chlorine, and sediment. A Vol water jug is a great, low cost way of providing you and the family with great tasting water, and helping you move towards a (nearly) plastic free lifestyle.
Now that we've discussed the various options for a home filtration system and shown you the benefits of filtered drinking water, there's no further reason for you to buy bottled water. Get your fridge water filters and the best water filter jugs online today from Discount Fridge Filters with fast Aus-wide shipping!
