Water Filtration Industry Blog

Salt-based water softeners have a bit of a bad reputation in the water quality industry. Consistent maintenance, increased use of electricity and water, and the constant purchase of salt and chemicals has caused some homeowners to turn their back on salt-based water softeners.

So what’s the alternative?

Saltless water softeners are available for purchase from a variety of vendors and tend to be cheaper than their salt-based counterparts. No maintenance, no electricity and water waste, and, best of all, no salt. But are they really as effective?

The short answer: no. Read on to learn why we think saltless water conditioners are not a comparable alternative to salt-based water softeners.

The thought of buying a whole house water softener can be overwhelming when you don’t know exactly what you’re looking for. Picking the best system for your family takes time and research. Contemplate the cost, it’s efficiency, and what level of protection your family really needs.

The water filter under your kitchen sink cleans the water coming from your faucet, but what about the water in your kids’ sinks, your showers, or the water in your washing machine? Water tainted with harmful chemicals can still be making its way through other places in your home besides your kitchen sink.

If you want better peace of mind about the water that is running throughout the rest of your home, then it may be time to consider upgrading your under sink water filter to a complete home water filtration system. Here are five reasons why you need clean water in all parts of your home, and not just in your kitchen.

There are 3 types of water conditioning systems. A water conditioner is simply a general term for a system that changes the water quality for the better in some way. Different types of water conditioner systems have the ability to filter and remove chlorine, which in turn, improves taste of the water.

From limescale build up in appliances and on dishes to dry and dull skin and hair, the problems caused by hard water around your home are pretty obvious. What is not so obvious is the solution to softening your entire home’s water in an affordable and convenient manner. By now you have probably done enough research to understand a water softener is the solution to hard water, but have seen misleading information online or from friends and family about whether a salt-based or salt-free water softener is best for your home. That is why we are providing information on the difference between the two systems and the pros and cons to buying each one.

A water conditioner is simply a general term for a system that changes the water quality for the better in some way. Different types of water conditioner systems have the ability to filter and remove chlorine, which in turn, improves taste of the water. A water softener is a specific type of water conditioner that works to reduce water hardness. Hard water occurs when dissolved ions of calcium or magnesium are present in a home's tap water. Hard water can cause films left on dishes and glasses, buildup of residue in household appliances, and an excess use of soap. Keep reading to find out more differences between a water conditioner and a water softener.