If you are into health than you are sure to appreciate the health benefits of having filtered water. But hooking up the filter is just the start. It is equally important that you remember to use a filter replacement cartridge at the intervals recommended by the filter manufacturer. A filter is a great way of removing contaminants from your drinking water supply, but as it does dirt tends to clog the filter. When the filter is clogged it becomes less effective at doing its job. That is why you need to use a filter replacement cartridge regularly to keep your drinking water supply fresh and clean.

Filters are great for use at home because, depending on the water usage, you can install them in a variety of places. The most common of which is the kitchen faucet. This is where it’s most crucial to have a water filtration system. There are two primary types which will achieve this.

There are some choices to be made when it comes to finding the filter that is right for you. One option, that is also the most economical, is a filter that is simply installed directly onto your tap. This type just screws onto the end of your kitchen faucet. Once installed, you can press the button on the filter, or you can rotate the unit itself. This will change the filter from a mode of giving you tap water or that of diverting water through the filter.

If you are cooking or washing dishes or your hands, there is no need to use filtered water so you can use the straight tap water. But if you want a drink of water or are making a pot of coffee, you should use the filtered water because it will taste better and be better for you. Since you have the option of when to use the filter you will use less filter replacement cartridges.

Another option for kitchen filtration is an under the sink system. This type of filter processes all water that passes through it. It is hidden out of sight, so it does not clutter your kitchen. The actual system and cartridges are more expensive than most; though in the end it is a better investment.

Usually the under sink mounted filtration system will be plumbed to a separate tap that can be mounted to the back of the sink. This can be a simple attractive stainless steel tube style faucet made for filling drinking glasses that will not be in the way when you are using the sink for washing dishes.

Another good spot for a filter is the water system in your refrigerator. An inline filter will even clean the water used to make your ice cubes! Don’t forget, this will require a filter change every now and then too.