Frequently Asked RO Questions
What are the health benefits of drinking Reverse Osmosis water?
The RO process removes a variety of contaminants, amongst these are bacterias and microorganisms that would otherwise be ingested.
The most common issues associated with water quality issues are usually related to diarrhoea, dysentery and other gastrointestinal problems, but there are suspected and known autoimmune disorders that are also thought to be linked to water quality issues.
RO water is also thought to be a benefit to people going through treatment for cancer, such as chemotherapy and radiation, as well as anyone with a compromised immune system.
Please consult with a physician or healthcare professional regarding medical use and benfits.
What is the difference between RO and UV?
Our Reverse Osmosis water filter systems come with 4 stages of filtration as standard. An additional stage featuring UV technology can be added.
UV kills ALL pathogens present in drinking water whereas RO removes 99.9% of contaminants.
How does UV purification work?
Ultraviolet rays kill microorganisms in the water by destroying their genetic core. This is the most efficient way to eradicate pathogens in your drinking water.
Is reverse osmosis water safe to drink? Do you get demineralisation problems?
The human body requires minerals to maintain optimal health and, because our RO filter is so effective at purifying water, we introduce minerals such as Calcium, Magnesium and Potassium back to the water post-purification.
The result? Ultra-healthy drinking water, rich in minerals.
If you’re ever unsure, please consult with a physician or healthcare professional.
Does a reverse osmosis water filter remove chlorine from water?
Yes.
Reverse Osmosis systems, using activated carbon filters, are highly effective at removing chloride. In fact, over 99% of chlorine in the water gets eliminated during the reverse osmosis process. This drastically improves odour and taste.
Do Reverse Osmosis water filters remove Fluoride?
Yes! The reverse osmosis process is the most comprehensive way to remove Fluoride from your drinking water.
With Fluoride known to have toxic properties (even at low doses) many professionals are questioning the practice of fluoridating public water supplies.
Is Reverse Osmosis good for the environment?
From an environmental perspective, household reverse osmosis units do help the environment by curbing the purchase of bottled water and thus creating less plastic waste in our landfills.
Wastewater from homes with RO systems installed will be free from chemicals as they’ve already been removed during the carbon filtration process.
Is Reverse Osmosis water better than tap and bottled water?
In reality, a lot of bottled water is just tap water.
In fact, a recent scientific study found roughly twice as many plastic particles in bottled water compared with tap water.
Reverse osmosis is exceptionally effective at removing contaminants, including bacteria, viruses, arsenic and heavy metals but also microplastics – present in sea water, freshwater, even our food and drinking water.
Is Reverse Osmosis Water Safe for Baby Formula?
Yes, it’s very safe to use Reverse Osmosis water in baby’s formula.
The Academy of General Dentistry actually recommends that parents use water from a reverse osmosis system when diluting infant formula.
How much does a Reverse Osmosis water system cost?
Less than you’d think!
Our RO systems start at just $1195, with interes-free payments available from as little as $21 per week over 12 months.
All our RO machines are installed for free, anywhere in Australia. They also come with 10 years of Savings and Support (worth $750).
In terms of annual running costs, you can expect to pay around $195 per year on replacement cartridges and $95 per year on a membrane.
What water filter will remove arsenic?
Reverse Osmosis!
The best water filtration system to remove arsenic from drinking water is Reverse Osmosis (AKA RO).
Inorganic arsenic compounds are found in soil, sediments, and inevitably, groundwater.
This naturally occurring compound is also a common byproduct of large-scale industries such as mining, it’s also used in fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides in agriculture.
RO systems are the best filters for removing the most contaminants (99.9% removal rate).
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