Can this replace a regular Brita jar filter; in terms of water particulates removed and water taste ?
1983160
we got rid of our brita pitchers, so for our tastes, yes it can replace the brita
1983161
You'll have to go to the individual specification sheet for that, I suspect the Filtrete web site would have that information. What I can tell you is that the Filtrete will slow down water flow significantly. I first installed it in our motorhome sink and the water flow which is a little lacking in the first place became useless for doing dishes and such. Thinking it would do better in the house, I installed it in the kitchen sink, while not as useless the flow was quite a bit less than before. It now sits in the garage waiting for one of the kids to try it. We went back to the Britta bottle. You'll have to go to the individual specification sheet for that, I suspect the Filtrete web site would have that information. What I can tell you is that the Filtrete will slow down water flow significantly. I first installed it in our motorhome sink and the water flow which is a little lacking in the first place became useless for doing dishes and such. Thinking it would do better in the house, I installed it in the kitchen sink, while not as useless the flow was quite a bit less than before. It now sits in the garage waiting for one of the kids to try it. We went back to the Britta bottle.
1983162
Yes...and no pitcher required. To my surprise it doesn't affect the water pressure much at all. I'm on my second one (changing every 6 months) and I'm very happy with it. The water tastes great. (or not at all, actually.)
2214707
Yes, you can. If you like the taste of the water from your refrigerator, go for it! These filters are optional.
1737967
This link should take you to the Amazon page where you can purchase the correct filter. This unit comes with a ceramic filter which can be remove and cleaned with fresh water and scotch-brite pad. http://www.amazon.com/Doulton-UltraCarb-Ceramic-Water-Filter/dp/B000VKT5BO/ref=pd_bxgy_hi_text_y
1590393
I haven't found the filter to make a difference in my coffee. However I have found that it takes a long time after descaling even with lots of rinsing, to restore the taste. See if plain water tastes the same as it does directly from the tap but after you've run it through
667284
Not having a Brita filter, I can't say for sure. There are threads inside the spout, probably a standard thread but again I can't say for certain.
138870
I have not, but this is a 2 stage filter which is good for almost all water. If you have really bad water, then changing this filter as recommended might not be a bad idea since they recommend you change them frequently, or using a 5 stage filter if possible. You should find out what kind of contaminants are in your water and what these filters are capable of filtering. Just my opinion, but any water that is distributed to the public and doesn't need to be boiled first should be fine when using this. My water here has an almost sweet or bitter taste and the filter gets rid of that and I haven't changed the filter yet for a couple months. I have not, but this is a 2 stage filter which is good for almost all water. If you have really bad water, then changing this filter as recommended might not be a bad idea since they recommend you change them frequently, or using a 5 stage filter if possible. You should find out what kind of contaminants are in your water and what these filters are capable of filtering. Just my opinion, but any water that is distributed to the public and doesn't need to be boiled first should be fine when using this. My water here has an almost sweet or bitter taste and the filter gets rid of that and I... » Read More I have not, but this is a 2 stage filter which is good for almost all water. If you have really bad water, then changing this filter as recommended might not be a bad idea since they recommend you change them frequently, or using a 5 stage filter if possible. You should find out what kind of contaminants are in your water and what these filters are capable of filtering. Just my opinion, but any water that is distributed to the public and doesn't need to be boiled first should be fine when using this. My water here has an almost sweet or bitter taste and the filter gets rid of that and I haven't changed the filter yet for a couple months. « Show Less
178882
The filters are designed to remove particulate matter and bacteria.They are not designed to desalinize water.
1112336
Unfortunately, Brita products are only for Brita products. You would have to secure it at the top of your bottle and than squeeze the bottle so water can go through the filter. If you are able to secure it and squeeze the bottle it might work.
1092425
no -- not at all. I have been drinking far more water since I bought my Brita Water Bottle. I have also found that there is no funny taste added to any water that I have used in my bottle. I love it!
21530
Hmm I just tried some out of ours and it tastes normal. I will say though we always use our Brita filter so it may just be a temporary taste when new.
952743
Yes, very easily. The blue component that holds the actual filter just lifts out. I used to wash the old Brita pitcher I had before this one but I realized that it really wasn't necessary if you just rinsed it out every time you added more water to be filtered that should be more than enough. After all the tap water being used already has chlorine in it so washing it seems redundant and a waste of water.
1488686
The only claims Brita makes is that their filters reduce the following chemicals - copper, mercury, cadmium. And, the following substances - chlorine (taste & odor) and zinc (mettallic taste.) I use the filters for drinking water and making ice cubes & coffee or tea. I hope this helps.
512656
I am not aware of separate filter elements. I use RO water so the filter lasts me several years.
126290
Yes it is the last step to the water processing, although in the 20 last years i have used one I have not needed the filter. It is there to smooth out the taste using carbon. This is very much a personal preference
2057133
No. This filter will not accomplish that. You will need a reverse osmosis system to do that. Also, please remember to take important mineral supplements when drinking that highly effective purification system water. The same goes for distilled water. If you can afford a reverse osmosis water purification system, it is the best choice of all for healthy water to drink. Another cost for such luxury is your water bill will go up (if you pay for metered water as I do), because I think it takes five gallons of water to make one gallon of purified water.
1346009
It depends on where you are. I live in Mexico and the water in Chihuahua city for example is perfectly safe to drink, it is monitored and is actually cleaner than the bottled waters sold by Coca Cola and other companies. The only problem is the chlorine taste so a brita filter works just fine.
458293
This filter has smaller pores than Britta and others, so you have to force the water through the spigot into this filter holder. as a result, the water is cleaner than water from Brita. Honestly, we used to use the Brita and the taste from Clear H2O is far superior (cleaner). Sorry, did not find independent lab results.