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1) If the electronic filter change indicator breaks or runs out of batteries, is the whole system useless?
2) What are the pros and cons of Brita pitchers?
3) If the filter should be change, and I keep using it, what would happen (would the water come out slower, impurities in the water, etc.)?

Thank you.

I have a Brita pitcher, so I can help you with questions 2 and 3. The pros are that I don't have to keep running out to buy bottled water, and I feel more confident about the water I'm drinking. The cons are that the water takes a few minutes to filter, so if I forgot to fill up the pitcher the night before, then it feels like an eternity to filter in the mornining when I want to make coffee. Ok, really, it's only a few minutes, but that's a con when you're used to instant gratification.

According to the Brita website, the filters "fill up" with junk over time and that's why you have to replace them periodically. But they say if you do not replace it, then it will just stop filtering so the worst thing will be "tap water in, tap water out". But it won't add any impurities that weren't already there.

2007-07-02 09:29:24 by Patti Millar

Let#39;s Go to HomeToolsUSA.blogspot.com In California the water tends to be very hard. I purchased an under the sink two stage water filtration ...

1) Is tap water (cold) from (possibly Calgary, Alberta) clean?
2) Is tap water (hot) from (possibly Calgary, Alberta) clean?
3) Does Brita filters really work - can you notice the differences?
4) How long does a typical filter usually last under normal conditions and usage?
5) Is the Brita filter really worth it?
6) Does Brita or tap water taste better?
7) Does it actually filter - can you see any impurities in the filter?

Please reply to any of these questions if you know the answer/s. Thank you!
Which one is better, tap filters or jug filters?

I'm not sure about the tap water in your area, but I think Brita filters are a decent investment. You can really tell the difference to regular tap water. I did a taste test with my mum and dad, and we could all tell the difference.

The filter is a cartridge, so you can't see any impurities, but they recommend 3-4 months usage before replacing it. The downside could be that the filters are not cheap. 7-8 dollars. Another downside to the brita pitchers is that it doesn't filter that fast, so if you want water quickly and it's not filled, you need to fill it up, then wait till it filters, which could be about 5 minutes. Another downside is that the pitchers don't hold that much water. There's a limit to how much they can hold.

Is it worth it? if you dont' mind the downsides and make it a habit to keep it filled so that it fulfills your water intake. Best bet would be to find someone who has one, and do a taste test and ask them how they like it. good luck

2007-06-30 20:37:52 by Patti Millar

Price: $29.99

Reduces sediment and water hardness
Prevents bacteria growth in filter
Each filter has a 40-Gallon capacity

I think it's incredibly weird.
Look: http://i17.tinypic.com/2cp8ff8.jpg

I have two theorys.. I hope they help answer your question. :)

Part of Brita's Advertisement is "Orange Water Is Now Crystal Clear" Brita takes out the gunk leaving crystal clear healthy water. Or, The orange also could mean the vitamins left behind after brita does it's magic are just as good for you as the vitamins in an orange.

2007-02-25 20:05:44 by not y

Price: $186.36 $83.98

It eliminates the expense and inconvenience of purchasing bottled water at a store or scheduling home delivery of bottled water
Should be replaced every 6 months
3-Pack of General Electric replacement water filter for refrigerators

I drank like more than 3 liters of water today and all that water was from my brita filter. Is this safe?

Does the brita filter out all the harmful substances?

Your tap water should not contain any harmful substances already, filtering it with a Brita will really only make it taste better. It is perfectly ok to drink your water from a Brita filter. You've already filtered it once, how many more times where you planning on filtering it?

2006-04-11 20:36:21 by Vegetarian_TreeHugger

My roommate and I are lazy as hell, AND broke. We have a Brita water pitcher and I swear the filter has been in there for at least 8 months, maybe a year. I just want to know if there's a risk of getting sick or poisoned by not changing those little buggers out every 3 months like the box suggests.

We seem fine now.

The filter has pulled out all the contaminants it can. So it is no longer filtering the water. However, since you have maxed out the effectiveness of the chemical component of the filter, not only does it slow the rate at which water passes through the filter, it is also 'washing' the water over the excess contaminants.

If you are not going to replace the filter, you are better off removing the entire thing and allowing yourself to use the entire pitcher.

2008-01-17 20:19:09 by Lee