Removing Chlorine and Other Chemicals from Your Water

Ever wondered why your tap water sometimes tastes or smells off? That’s likely the chlorine, a chemical used worldwide for over a century to keep drinking water free from harmful bacteria. While chlorine is effective in safeguarding against pathogens, it can also leave behind an unpleasant taste and odour. Chlorine is great at reducing parasites, bacteria, and viruses in drinking water, but leaves many questioning the long-term implications of by-products like trihalomethanes (THMs) and chloroform. Luckily, Billi NZ’s advanced water systems are an easy and safe way to filter out chlorine from water.

Health Risks of Chlorine and Other Chemicals in Tap Water

When chlorine reacts with organic matter, it produces Disinfection by-products (DBP) like THMs and chloroform, which studies show could potentially lead to cancer and reproductive issues. The jury is still out on these health risks though, with research and governing bodies such as The International Agency for Cancer Research (IARC) generally maintaining it’s a safe and effective method of water treatment provided strict guidelines are adhered to.

Though we can’t yet say with certainty whether chlorine poses a significant risk in your drinking water, we can say that water recently treated with chlorine often has an associated odour and taste that can easily be removed with an appropriate chlorine water filter.

How to Remove Chlorine and Other Contaminants from Your Water

To tackle chlorine and other contaminants, popular filtration options include activated carbon filters or reverse osmosis, which have very different mechanisms and benefits. Activated Carbon Filters are widely used to absorb chlorine and improve taste and odour, but they might not remove all contaminants and usually have a shorter lifespan. Reverse Osmosis is more thorough, filtering out chlorine, lead, and other impurities, but it requires high water pressure and can produce massive amounts of wastewater. Reverse Osmosis may also make water less healthy by removing beneficial minerals naturally in water. Traditional filters often fall short in removing all contaminants or have a shorter lifespan. This is where advanced filtration solutions like Billi’s come in.

Billi’s filtration systems utilise several filtration stages, each designed to target specific contaminants. This method involves passing water through a bed of activated carbon, which adsorbs chlorine and other organic chemicals effectively. This process significantly reduces the concentration of these contaminants, ensuring that the water you drink is safer.

Unique Features and Benefits of Choosing Billi

Billi’s under-sink water filters provide comprehensive water purification, tailored to your convenience and well-being:

• Space-Saving Design: Compact units that fit seamlessly into your kitchen, perfect for urban homes where space is limited.
• Ease of Installation and Maintenance: Features like swing-change filters and digital lockout systems make maintenance easy, ideal for busy households.
• Advanced Filtration Technology: Fibron X and multi-stage technologies ensure thorough removal of contaminants, offering peace of mind to health-conscious homeowners.
• Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: Crafted from eco-friendly materials with energy-saving technology, Billi products are sustainable choices for eco-conscious homeowners.
• Aesthetic Options: Customisable finishes to match your kitchen décor, combining style with functionality.

Make the Switch to Clean, Safe Water Today

Removing chlorine and other chemicals from your water is vital for maintaining the health and enjoyment of your water. Billi’s filtration systems offer advanced technologies that ensure superior water, right from the tap.

Ready to improve the taste, safety, and quality of your drinking water? Explore Billi’s range of world-class under-sink water filtration systems and start tasting the difference today.