Understanding Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration |
Posted: May 22, 2019 |
Reverse Osmosis is a type of water filtration that forces water across a semipermeable membrane, and this leaves contaminants behind, and these are flushed down the drain. The clean water is then transferred into a holding tank for use. This simple filtration system helps make sure that no inorganic solids, like salts, make it into your family’s drinking water. Common concerns for tap water include lead, pesticides, detergents, nitrates and sulfates, chlorine, and others. While some question whether one filtration can rid water of all these contaminants, a four-stage RO system does a great job of it.
Homeowners can purchase two types of Reverse Osmosis filtration systems. A whole house system, also known as a POE or point-of-entry system, allows for a home to have filtered water for all showers, sinks, and appliances. This whole-house system connects to the main water line that enters your home and is usually installed in a home’s garage. A POE Reverse Osmosis system has a higher initial cost that isn’t realistic for every home, and it also requires more long-term maintenance and service. A smaller RO system is called a POU, or point-of-use, system and can be installed in the kitchen and attached to the sink as well as the refrigerator.
There are several benefits to using Reverse Osmosis filtration systems, and there are various types of systems available. Most notably, a Reverse Osmosis filtration system improves the taste, odor, and appearance of water due to its lack of harmful contaminants. You can also see a cost-savings over time, as you no longer need to purchase bottled water or have water delivered to have clean, filtered water at home. Maintenance for RO systems is simple, as there are only a few essential components, and of course, an RO system removes potentially harmful impurities.
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