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Posted on: 17 April 2023

Reverse osmosis is an effective way to filter the drinking water in your house. The process involves forcing water through a membrane that can block a number of contaminants. Reverse osmosis filters are often combined with charcoal and other filters so they remove the widest range of impurities. Reverse osmosis drinking water systems can filter chlorine, metals, sediment, cysts, minerals, pesticides, bacteria, fluoride, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals, depending on the model you choose and the filtering stages it offers.

Have your water tested so you know what's in it. Then you can look for a reverse osmosis system that is able to remove the contaminants you're worried about. Here's more to know about reverse osmosis drinking water systems before you buy one.

Some Sit On The Counter

Reverse osmosis systems usually fit under the sink in the lower cabinet, but you can find models that sit on the counter next to the sink. You might want a counter model if you rent and you don't want to bother the plumbing.

If you'll mount one under the sink, you'll need an opening in the top of the sink for the reverse osmosis faucet to fit. Your sink may already have an opening, but it might be plugged. The extra opening is often used for a sprayer, but it will work for the filter faucet too. If your sink doesn't have an extra hole, you'll have to drill one.

Plus, a filter that fits under the sink is installed permanently by hooking it up to the plumbing. The filter water line can also be installed on your refrigerator to filter water made for ice and the water dispenser. A counter model attaches to the faucet instead for temporary installation.

The Tank Comes In Different Sizes

Reverse osmosis filters store water so you'll always have water to use. The size of the storage tank differs according to the model of the filter. If you have a large family, you'll want a larger tank. You'll only use the filtered water for drinking and cooking, but you'll still need multiple gallons each day.

Another thing to consider about size is that the tank can act as a way to store water for an emergency. If you normally stock up on bottled water for storm or hurricane season, you can count on the stored water in your filter to help. If you choose a large tank, you could have several gallons of water on standby at all times.

However, you'll need a reverse osmosis system that doesn't need electricity. If you buy one that runs on electricity, your unit won't work when the power is out.

Filters Make Different Amounts Of Water

Choosing the right size for the filter is also important. The range for making filtered water in gallons per day varies among models. Look for the rating on the filter for how many people it should service daily.

The filter will produce more than is stored in the tank so the tank is always full. A larger reverse osmosis drinking water system will often have a larger flow rate, produce more gallons of water, store more water, take up more room under the cabinet, and cost more.

You'll need to consider each quality of a reverse osmosis filter to decide which filter is right for your needs and fits your budget.