Berkey Inline Shower Filter With Easy-Replace Shower Filter Cartridge

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All you need to do is remove the existing shower head, then screw the Berkey Shower Filter between the shower pipe coming out of your wall and your old head or you can put on a new one if you want to. Just like that, the shower filter is installed and you can let the water run for a while to flush out any residue in the filter before screwing on the head. The Shower Filter contains a patented high-purity blend of zinc, calcium, and copper, effectively reducing free chlorine, dirt, and odors.

Shaped similar to an oil filter, the Berkey Shower Filter is a teardrop in-line shower filter that can be easily installed. While not the most pleasing to the eye, the shower filter is well-designed, nevertheless. In addition to the benefits of filtering water, there are cosmetic benefits. Symptoms of chlorine exposure are dry and/or flaking skin, dry brittle hair and red irritated eyes. Filtering your shower water reduces these symptoms! Here are a few other in-line shower filters that may be worth considering if you are on the fence about the Berkey: There are regulations in place that prohibits the maximum flow rate of shower head filters to exceed 2.5 gallons per minute. To preserve water and reduce water consumption, some states have enacted legislation and limit the maximum flow to 1.8 gallons only.For assistance with the basic installation required for the Berkey shower filter, you can follow the paper installation instructions that come with the product. This manual will also provide you with information on filter changes. 🚦 Performance You like how this shower filter is designed. Some options on the market have a bulky design and it’s not ideal if you have a small bathroom or if you’re very tall. Thankfully, the design that Berkey utilized for this filtration unit is quite small and compact so it wouldn’t cause any problem. Plus, you can reattach it with your existing massage shower head so you don’t need to get a new one. You will not like this product if: The United States regulates all showerhead flow at 2.5 gallons per minute. This means that the science behind shower filtration must take into account the unique situation presented by the shower, including temperature, flow rate and volume. Since chlorination is a long established public health practice necessary for the disinfection of drinking water, consumers already know the health benefits that drinking filtered water can provide. In a world where we increasingly grapple with environmental pollutants and deteriorating water quality, having a reliable shower filter is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Overall, the Berkey Shower Filter is impressive. As a customer, you’ll find its traits to be helpful in providing you a healthier life. This is done so by improving the water quality through the removal of chlorine that could potentially make your hair or skin dry and itchy. Plus, it’s beneficial for people with asthma and eczema too. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Does the Berkey filter have a replaceable interior filter?

The Berkey Shower Filter has a uniquely designed KDF 55 filtration media to remove water-soluble heavy metals such as mercury and lead, while removing chlorine too. You can also expect reduced odors from hydrogen sulfide and also a reduction of mineral stains on surfaces. Be sure to use Teflon tape to seal the threads so there won’t be any leaks. After that, you just need to reconnect the shower head to the filter and you’ll be good to go, simple as that.

What are the benefits of a Berkey Shower Filter?

They use multi-stage filtration processes to weed out impurities like chlorine, heavy metals, and other harmful substances, thus providing you with cleaner and softer water for your shower. Scientists found there was a higher incidence of cancer of the oesophagus, rectum, breast, and larynx and of Hodgkins Disease among those drinking chlorinated surface waters... Volatile organics can evaporate from water in a shower or bath... Conservative calculations indicate that inhalation exposures can be as significant as exposure from drinking the water, that is, one can be exposed to just as much by inhalation during a shower as by drinking 2 liters of water a day... People who shower frequently could be exposed through ingestion, inhalation and/or dermal absorption."

Studies indicate the suspect chemicals can also be inhaled and absorbed through the skin during showering and bathing... Ironically, even the Chlorine widely used to disinfect water produces Carcinogenic traces... Though 7 out of 10 American drink chlorinated water, its safety over the long term is uncertain... Drinking chlorinated water may as much as double the risk of the bladder cancer, which strikes 40,000 people a year." The Berkey is a great choice for people fighting iron bacteria in well water. An iron bacteria problem often leads to reddish stains in your tub and funky odors while showering. The Berkey is a top choice for reducing the funk and preventing those unsightly stains. You are not a fan of the price that it’s offered. With the enhancement of water quality and the long filter life of 20,000-25,000 gallons, it is no surprise that Berkey is offering this BPA-free product at a higher cost compared to the other options on the market. However, it is still worth the cost because you have more to gain from the improved water quality. Berkey filters are world leader in water filtering and water purification today in USA and Europe, and are so powerful that they are classed as water purifiers. This shower filter has a flow rate of 2.5 gallons per minute. This adheres to the EPA standard and shouldn’t impact your existing shower head’s performance once installed. Alternative ModelsTechnically, yes, but as it’s designed to fit on a shower arm, that probably wouldn’t be very practical. You’d be better off buying a Big Berkey drinking water filter, which will more thoroughly remove additional contaminants aside from chlorine. Where was this filter produced? However, some people are surprised to learn that 50% of their daily exposure to chlorine is in the shower. The other 50% comes from unfiltered drinking water. Therefore filtering shower water is equally important.