Can anyone comment about the water flow coming out of the shower head? Does this shower filter reduce water flow?
1314484
Water flow was reduced only slightly hardly noticeable. Works great, been using for years on all our showers.
1314485
I have high iron as well as iron bacteria. The bacteria produce a biofilm that, with time, will cog any fixtures that have fine holes (like a shower head). This filter will become overburdened by the biofilm and the water coming through will have a weaker flow, so I have to change them out about every three months instead of six. Thankfully, it keeps the shower head from being ruined. Before I started using this filter, the iron bacteria would ruin a shower head every year with quite a few months of diminishing water pressure. I know this was not your question, but will perhaps inform others looking in to water pressure issues related to this filter. I have high iron as well as iron bacteria. The bacteria produce a biofilm that, with time, will cog any fixtures that have fine holes (like a shower head). This filter will become overburdened by the biofilm and the water coming through will have a weaker flow, so I have to change them out about every three months instead of six. Thankfully, it keeps the shower head from being ruined. Before I started using this filter, the iron bacteria would ruin a shower head every year with quite a few months of diminishing water pressure. I know this was not your question, but will perhaps inform... » Read More I have high iron as well as iron bacteria. The bacteria produce a biofilm that, with time, will cog any fixtures that have fine holes (like a shower head). This filter will become overburdened by the biofilm and the water coming through will have a weaker flow, so I have to change them out about every three months instead of six. Thankfully, it keeps the shower head from being ruined. Before I started using this filter, the iron bacteria would ruin a shower head every year with quite a few months of diminishing water pressure. I know this was not your question, but will perhaps inform others looking in to water pressure issues related to this filter. « Show Less
1314486
I have purchased two of these filters for two seperate showers. The second one I ordered came with a water flow restrictor ring which was an optional use feature. I used the ring on the second shower and now wish I had one for the first as well. Overall I would say the filter alone does not reduce water flow and if it does it's minimal.
1314487
I had no problem with losing water flow. I easily installed the filter using plumbers tape (stops leaks) and made sure it was screwed on well but not so tight that I stripped the threads. It works great for me!
2125248
No, it provides a steady shower effect. It's a very nice unit, worth the money for sure.
852818
It doesn't appear to adjust water pressure- shower head behaves the same just has less volume going through. Its possible that the water pressure is rising with the reduced volume of water. I installed one of these and my wife never noticed- I'm guessing I reduced volume by at least 40-50%. Win win for everyone!
812188
If you have high water pressure, it can leak a bit. Just wrap the threads of the shower arm with plumber's tape. You may also need to put plumber's tape on the threads of the filter where the shower head goes as well. Fixed it for me. :)
1637595
I have very low water pressure and it does not affect the flow out of the unfiltered water. I just love this filter
1589319
Hello Matt,(1) if you have good water pressure in your existing shower head you will be a happy camper (2) There is a plastic flow control in the part that connects to the existing water nozzle that you may want to remove (I did because I prefer a heavier flow). Try it both ways and see which one you like better.
314889
I asked the same question and never got a definitive answer. It does reduce your water pressure.
732396
Not bad, mine was reduced a little bit but that could also be the different style of shower head that came with the unit.
1417438
Yes, the water flow rate of this system is very slow. There is nothing that I am able to do about it. The reason may be due to the fact that the water travels through 3 filters, the tubing used for the system are of narrow diameter and the water pressure in the house may be low. I use the filtered water only for drinking. There are only two people in our home and the quality of the filtered drinking water makes up for the slow water rate.
2060548
It does not restrict flow. It works really well to turn off water when hot then pull the chain and full flow begins. It was simple to install and I have used for a few months with great results.
1729638
sort of. if you turn the knob partway it dampens the flow. the range of control is limited but it works in a pinch. it's not meant to be used that way and i find it easier to shut it off when i don't need full flow and then flip it back on. btw...very happy with this shower fixture...you will need a squeegee to keep it looking good.
1582456
No, the water saving technique of this shower head is that it automatically switches back to the lowest flow (1.5gpm); if you're the sort of person that turns the shower on 5 minutes before you get in, you're running the unused water at a lower flow rate. The other two options that you can chose once you get in the shower have the higher flow rate of 2.0 gpm.it is very easy to change to the higher flows once you get in the shower, I've had this shower head for 3+ years and it's never bothered me.
505273
I believe it filters roughly 75% of chorline. It is the same exact filter at their Sprite Shower head, which I also have. The filter is sold at Lowes, so I would suggest either going to Lowes to look at the filter or going to Sprite's website to view the specs. I have had it for 3 months and pleased with the results.
753200
I'm not sure if this will have much effect if you have one of the 2.5gpm restricted shower heads, but if you have an older unrestricted one it definitely reduces flow. I measured a significant reduction (2.9 gpm vs 3.9 gpm) after installing this. I wound up removing it and sending it back. I'd rather do without the hand shower than reduce the flow at the main shower head that much.
1351265
Yeah, it restricts flow nicely in my experience. I have it right behind a large, 5"-wide showerhead that has too much flow by itself. This little valve is great for adjusting the flow to my or my wife's preferred pressure.
2043179
From what I read the flow rate will diminish as the filter ends its life. I also think there is an alarm in the sysyem that warns you that you need a new filter. I haven't changed my filter yet but I bought a replacement so I have it when needed.
516445
It has not affected water flow at all. On the other hand, I have not seen real results yet as far as hardness residues or haziness on our dishes after running the dishwasher. We installed it a couple of months ago.