Emergency Preparedness Journal

Berkey Countertop Water Filter: A Close Look

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Are you searching for a durable countertop water filter to add style and function to your kitchen? Consider purchasing a Berkey filter – its robust gravity-fed systems can be easily transported between locations while effectively filtering out heavy metals, pathogens and other contaminants from drinking water sources.

Ease of Use

The Big Berkey water filter is an effortless countertop gravity filtration system capable of filtering out many common contaminants found in drinking water, making it an invaluable addition to any emergency preparedness kit and used even without electricity. Available in several sizes including one ideal for families of 2-4 people (a large 6 gallon model is also available), it includes an easily visible water level spigot which makes refilling quick and simple.

Just pour water into the top tank, and it will be filtered through black filters into a healthy drinking source – perfect for an emergency when your faucet may be off! Just remember to replace black filters every 3,000 gallons or two years depending on usage; stainless steel is easy to maintain but may show fingerprints; make sure you wipe down regularly with a microfiber cloth for best results.

Durability

Berkey water filter systems are highly durable and easy to use, as well as beautiful additions to any kitchen counter. From compact Travel Berkeys to large Crown Berkeys, each provides clean tasting drinking water that’s good for both you and your family’s health.

These carbon black Berkey elements are made of stainless steel and resistant to corrosion and rust, easily cleaned by either rinsing with water or using Thieves oil for rubbing down. Their carbon black Berkey elements reduce heavy metals, chlorine disinfection byproducts, parasites such as cryptosporidium and Giardia as well as VOCs such as dioxins and radon emissions.

Before first use and whenever they appear to be slowing down, filters should be primed with clean distilled water for best performance. It is recommended to replace filters every 3,000 gallons, although you may wish to do so sooner if your area contains particularly polluted water sources.

Portable

The Berkey water filter system is one of the top choices for those searching for an easy-to-use gravity water filter system for their countertops. This stainless steel system requires no electricity and can be used anywhere around the world; furthermore, it makes an excellent emergency preparedness tool should an emergency situation arise such as natural disaster or other crisis.

This system features two black filters, an upper and lower chamber, and a spigot. Before first use, both filters must be primed; once primed they can be cleaned 100 times before needing replacement. You can also easily clean out your spigot by taking it apart and washing with soapy water.

Berkey filters can remove fluoride, an additive commonly added to tap water across the US in an effort to combat tooth decay, from your drinking water supply. Unfortunately, black Berkey filters don’t always completely filter out all fluoride from the water supply – you may require additional filters such as fluoride filters for this task – an easy solution is adding one or more fluoride filters directly into your system.

Cost

Berkey water filtration systems cost significantly less than most of their competitors and will often outlive most. They last a long time as well; typically two black filters can purify approximately one gallon per hour with larger systems featuring four or more elements purifying even faster. Hard mineral deposits can be cleaned away using vinegar, while simple tests using red food dye will alert you when its time to replace your filters.

Gravity filters are robust devices designed for any environment and situation requiring clean drinking water, such as outdoor enthusiasts or places without access. They’re an excellent solution in areas with poor water regulations; stainless steel models can even be fitted into counters and cabinets and all are easy to maintain and clean – they even come equipped with either plastic or stainless steel spigots depending on personal preferences!


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