Does this work in hard water? Does the Vit C make the water feel sticky? Has there been 3rd party testing verifying Cl removal claims?
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I followed a recommendation for this filter from a chriskresser.com. He had a link to a guy who rated them. Unfortunately there doesn't seem to be a product that removes everything yet. It doesn't make the water feel sticky. Our water isn't hard so I'm not sure how it would perform there. Sorry.
1735333
Yes it works in hard water. No it does not feel sticky. No to being tested as far as I know. I started using this for itching after showering years ago and love it.
1735334
We have hard water and a water softener. Sometimes our water softener gets behind. Either way these filters seem to work. I have never experienced the water feeling sticky. Before we purchased these, I did some internet research. I found several independent sites that confirmed Vitamin C takes CL out of the water. To be fair this actual filter was not part of the test. We have 2 shower filters--one was added to an existing shower head and the other is a Sonaki shower head with the filter built in. We have been pleased with both of them.
1735335
It works great. Since ive started using this ive had no calcium build up on my shower walls like I used to. It does not feel stick and does not leave my skin feeling dry like it did prior with out the vitamin c filter. I did see some 3rd party testing and it lived up to its claims. You can do a google search for it.
1644836
The basic answer is "Yes". The set of cartridges first removes large particles with a 5 micron filter, then uses a carbon filter to remove chlorine and a few trace organics, and last of all the RO membrane cartridge stops most of the ions dissolved in the water. If you have soft water then no calcium or magnesium will get through the system (a water softener does not remove arsenic). There will be trace amounts of sodium and potassium with counter ions of bicarbonate and chloride left in the water. Any other compounds will be so small as to not be detectable even with advanced testing equipment. The basic answer is "Yes". The set of cartridges first removes large particles with a 5 micron filter, then uses a carbon filter to remove chlorine and a few trace organics, and last of all the RO membrane cartridge stops most of the ions dissolved in the water. If you have soft water then no calcium or magnesium will get through the system (a water softener does not remove arsenic). There will be trace amounts of sodium and potassium with counter ions of bicarbonate and chloride left in the water. Any other compounds will be so small as to not be detectable even with advanced... » Read More The basic answer is "Yes". The set of cartridges first removes large particles with a 5 micron filter, then uses a carbon filter to remove chlorine and a few trace organics, and last of all the RO membrane cartridge stops most of the ions dissolved in the water. If you have soft water then no calcium or magnesium will get through the system (a water softener does not remove arsenic). There will be trace amounts of sodium and potassium with counter ions of bicarbonate and chloride left in the water. Any other compounds will be so small as to not be detectable even with advanced testing equipment. « Show Less
960636
I reviewed the other answers, they are spot on, my only other advice is to make sure your water is very cold and add an additive to take out hard water minerals if you aren't using filtered water.
75052
The manufacturer is wrong. I've just recently used it on my 110 gallon goldfish tank, and it turned the water green/blue (not difficult to remove with a fresh carbon filter). As for whether it will permanently stain silicon, yes, it does. But that doesn't bother me.
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Everything works better with soft water. I use it with liquid Tide, 1/2 cup in a load. I am washing bedding, and washcloths, sometimes with blood and find that it eliminates the blood stains. My wife has healing wounds form surgery, hence the blood. I have also used it alone in a diaper pail before washing and it isn't quite as good as chlorine bleach there but doesn't damage the fabric. Walmart doesn't have it here and the only place I can get it is at a hardware. Amazon has it but charges more for shipping than the retail price.
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Filtering is not dealing with hard water the NUVO will coat the minerals allowing for them to pass thru without klinging onto piping, faucets shower doors..... I would keep with a carbon pre filter in front of the NUVO to remove chlorine odors and larger particles before the water hits the NUVO Hope this helps
161109
The best answer I can give, is that the directions included with the product are very good. I took it to a pill and spa store and they were able to get me everything I needed. I use mps, after each use, and shock occasionally. I use the frog strips for testing the ph and alkalinity. What I like best about this product is that I have little to no chlorine odor and the water feels soft. Be sure to keep up on all your chemical maintenance though, as this is not a once and done system. I'm sure it takes just as much involvement as other standard systems, but with no chlorine to eat away at the insides of your spa.
1301145
I live in Southern Calif. and our water here is HARD with dissolved salts and minerals. I bought one to use with my hydroponics water source and it DID NOT remove or change the PPM from that tested before I installed it on the hose.
636984
I haven't run any tests but it does make the water softer and the smell of chlorine is lessened greatly.
833544
Yes. We switched water filters specifically because I noticed a strong chlorine taste in our water that our Brita did little to nothing to remove. It was so bad I could no longer drink it. I used the chlorine tests I used for our pool and got pretty high Cl readings. After using the Clear2o the chlorine readings went to zero. Also no chlorine taste. There are a few things that are not perfect about the product but it does a great job of clearing out chlorine.
1744191
I turned on the pump, added plants and waited a couple of days. I prefer the Jungle Brand water conditioner. It says on the lable it neutralizes chlorine and chloramine. If concerned put in a couple of 20 cent goldfish, and after a week or so the water will clear. Most pet stores, Petco etc will take back the fish..and guarantee them for a few weeks....P
445479
I owned the shower head for about 2 years an I haven't had any problems with clogging so far. I live in Hawaii so I don't have problems with hard water. Sometimes the water from the rubber comes out at an angle instead of straight down so I tweak the rubber and it straightens out.
317550
Don't know. That hasn't been my experience. Has your water gotten harder with more minerals or sediment in it?
557753
sorry sandra, it took so long to answer. it has never clogged on me so i wouldn't know, im sorry. for me it has worked very well, i was a bit surprised at that, i usually do not have that kind of luck
534598
Nothing happens. Soaps and detergents work better in softer water. I add a couple of scoops of baking soda to the wash water, it also softens the water.
2108073
Hi, When I bought, I immediately noticed a big change in the water filtration. So my guess is Yes for their claim of removing not only chlorine but fluorine as well, but the draw back is that the water flow is severely restricted to the point I had to remove the shower head and let the water flow through the pipe which is connected to the filter. I was using a handheld shower head. Now I use a reverse osmosis system of 150 GPD that I bought for 130$ at air water ice website. Call them and they will help you. That will be my suggestion and it removes everything. Buy a pump and a water heater (11-1/2" Max Water Depth Water Heater) and you will be good for 4-6 months with pure water for showering until you buy a new filter set for 10-20$. I had to return my filter because it broke after a while and couldn't filter properly in about a week of use. You can tell from the water pressure. And when I opened the faucet, black carbon water would come out for 2 sec. It's heavy. Considering the price, I will go with reverse osmosis. Hope it helped.
2017210
We have just started using a britta pitcher and the resulting water is very "dry" and "chalky" tasting. Apparently that is calcium chloride. Any suggestions?