Most people know their tap water has been treated before it gets to the glass, but what’s actually in that treatment can be a surprise. For many communities, that treatment now includes chloramine, a disinfectant made from chlorine and ammonia. It’s used to keep water safe from harmful microbes, but it’s not without drawbacks. Chloramine can affect the taste and smell of your water, cause irritation for sensitive skin, and even… Read more

When you start diving into water purification, you’ll eventually come across two terms that sound almost interchangeable: deionized water and distilled water. They’re both ultra-clean. They’re both stripped of impurities. But they’re not the same, and knowing the difference could help you make a smarter decision for your home, appliances, or specific water needs. Whether you’re a homeowner curious about better water… Read more

You might’ve seen the term “demineralized water” on a bottle or heard someone mention it while talking about water purification. But what is demineralized water, really, and how is it different from distilled or softened water?  More importantly, is it something you need in your home? In this guide, we’ll break it down: what demineralized water is, how it’s made, what it’s used for, and how it compares to… Read more

You pour yourself a glass of water expecting it to be clean and refreshing, then you take a sip and taste metal. That metallic tang isn’t just unpleasant, it’s unsettling. You start asking, “Why does my water taste like metal all of a sudden?” or “Is this even safe to drink?” Good questions—and you’re not the only one asking them. Let’s dig into what causes metallic-tasting water, what it mean… Read more