Chlorine in drinking water - friend, foe or both?
Chlorine has been added to our drinking water for years. It is the first line of defence, a weapon of mass destruction, killing germs and waterborne bacteria and viruses that can make us ill. This method of disinfecting drinking water is common, however does that mean we have to consume it. What can we do to ensure we are not ingesting, smelling and tasting chlorine by simply having a glass of water?
At Water Filters Australia, we design and manufacture the most sophisticated mechanical water filters available. Using the pores within carbon, our water filters remove 99% of residual chlorine from the drinking water coming from your tap. You will immediately taste and smell the difference.
It is not only chlorine that can cause problems. Dirt, rust and other nasty contaminants can be affecting your drinking water, placing your health at risk. Water Filters Australia uses sophisticated barrier technology combined with the porous properties of carbon to ensure nothing but pure, sparkling clean, fresh water fills your glass.
Filtered water - why compromise
Filtration is the key to healthy, clean and safe drinking water. Drinking water, sourced from enormous man-made reservoirs and catchments, endures a long and often complex journey from its point of origin to your home.
The majority of drinking water we use does not get the advantage of natural environmental filtration and can be compromised along the way. Adding chlorine is necessary to safeguard against waterborne nasties, which is great. However, chlorine is essentially a bleach; unpleasant and harmful.
Most of us have experienced the odour and taste of chlorine. When visiting the local pool or jumping into the one at home, the added chlorine can burn your eyes and do more than tickle your nostrils. It is not the taste or experience we want when using water from our tap to cook our food and quench our thirst.
What to do about it?
Most Australians have access to good quality drinking water, due in part to the richness of our freshwater supply, relatively small comparative population and robust water compliance management.
However, as our urban footprint intensifies, our water management systems become increasingly stressed, putting added pressure onto our water quality. We can make small but significant changes to safeguard our health.
Installing an easy low cost Australian manufactured water filter to your home, business or club provides an added layer of security to your drinking water. Filtering out unwanted added toxins, such as chlorine, goes a long way to reducing contamination and avoiding unnecessary health risks.
Our customers tell us that after they have installed their water filter from Water Filters Australia, the water smells cleaner, is sparkling clear and tastes so much better. For cleaner authentic drinking water and peace of mind contact Water Filters Australia today. Read more filtered water facts here.
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Inline Water Filter System
$299 - No separate tap or drilling needed
- Connects inline to cold-water hose
- No plumber needed
- 4x faster than traditional systems
- Lasts a family of 4 for 1 year
Bathroom Vanity Filter System
$199 - Compact for en suite bathrooms
- Space required 335mm x 225mm
- Mounts vertically or horizontally
- Works with your existing tap
- Protects tap from limescale build-up
Dedicated Filter Tap System
$329- Ideal if you like a separate filter tap
- Mount filter vertically or horizontally
- Filter lasts 12 months
- Same great taste
Replacement Filter Cartridges
From $60.66- WFA & Everpure cartridges
- Omnifilter cartridges
- Rainwater cartridges
- Fridge cartridges
Water Filters for Your RV
From $149- Easy installation
- Choice of three systems
- Significantly cheaper than bottled water
- Durable & long lasting
- Space saving
Counter Top System & Filter Taps
From $61.74- Ideal solution for people on the move
- No plumbing required
- Chrome plated
- Lever operation
- Suitable for WFA Filter Systems
WFA Replacement Cartridges
From $60.66 - Inhibits lime scale build up in water using appliances
- Environmentally friendly
- Removes particles 75 times smaller than the diameter of a hair
Rain Water Filters
From $35.24 - Ideal screen filter for sediment particles in excess of 80 microns.
- Typically used for filtration before or after a rainwater tank pump
RV & Marine Cartridges
From $60.66- Compact size
- Quick change cartridge – DIY
- Compatible with all Everpure ADC filter installations
Everpure
From $104.74- The Everpure 7CB5-K cartridge filters out particles between 1 and 5 microns in size. By way of comparison, the diameter of human hair is 75 microns.
- Contaminants reduced/removed include sediment, chlorine, bad tastes and odours.
- The filtration process also inhibits limescale build up in water using appliances.
Omnifilter
From $36.93- The 1100R is the half micron ‘quick change’ replacement cartridge and is recommended for use with the Omnifilter CBF2 water filter system.
- Removes/reduces the following contaminants and substances; cysts such as giardia and cryptosporidium, chlorine, bad tastes and odours.
Fridge Filter Cartridges
From $71.72- Contaminants removed include chlorine, bad tastes and odours with some sediment removal/reduction.
- The cartridge inlet and outlet include ¼” ‘push fit’ connection fittings.
- Environmentally friendly, reducing plastic bottle waste.
Specials
From $66.97- A 2 year supply*. Receive a reminder notification to change to your second cartridge.
- Larger quantities purchased receive a larger discount.
Jugs
From $15.74- Simple and easy to use
- Removes/reduces sediment, chlorine, cadmium and mercury
- Filter change every two months
- More economical than bottled water
- Environmentally friendly, reducing plastic bottle landfill waste
News & Articles
Camping and hiking? Don’t forget your portable water filtration solution
Nothing ruins an outdoor activity like camping or hiking faster than exhaustion, dizziness and a pounding headache—all classic signs that dehydration is probably sneaking up on you. A portable water filtration solution gives you instant access to clean, great-tasting water—without the hassle or waste of carrying plastic bottles or large water containers.
How pure water supports your health in extreme heat
Scorching heat isn’t just uncomfortable—it’s a real threat to your body. Australian summers are made for fun, but staying safe means more than just wearing sunscreen. How pure water supports your health in extreme heat isn’t just about staying hydrated. Ultimately, filtered water is the best choice as it is free from contaminants that can worsen dehydration.