Posts Tagged ‘Drinking water’
Monday, March 22nd, 2010
Many types of treatment systems are available to address a variety of water issues. Some treatments deal with hard water only while others actually purify contaminated water to make it safe for human consumption. Following are some common water treatment methods and the problems that they correct.
Water Conditioners – Addresses hard water only. Prevents lime scale without adversely affecting the drinkability of the water. Improves the efficiency of soaps. Improves heating efficiency and extends the life of appliances that use water. Water conditioning systems, such as ScaleWatcher, are inexpensive to own and operate. (more…)
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Saturday, January 30th, 2010
You never known when a natural disaster or other crisis may occur that could adversely affect the safety of your drinking water supply. Be prepared. Know where the closest water source is located and how to purify water for your family in the event of an emergency. Please Note: Never use floodwater for drinking, even if it has been treated.
Boiling water for drinking is the preferred way to destroy harmful organisms. If needed, water should be filtered and settled to remove as many impurities as possible prior to boiling. Filtering can be done through clean pieces of cloth. Once settled, the clear water should be boiled vigorously for a full minute in most areas and three minutes at high altitudes. (more…)
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Monday, January 18th, 2010
What’s the difference? A water softener filters out dissolved minerals, especially calcium and magnesium, while a water filter removes particulate matter and some pathogens. Water contaminants tend to be specific to certain areas; for more information, check out the Drinking Water Inspectorate’s database of regional water quality reports.
Hard Water
If you find that your water combines with soap to form a scummy grey film instead of suds, or if your water tends to leave “rings” in the tub, you may have “hard water” full of minerals. (more…)
Tags: Drinking water, Hard water, Water filter, Water softening
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Wednesday, October 21st, 2009
Most of us probably is not aware of connections between our daily choices in example in menu and world’s water use. But connections are really strong!
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Tags: Drinking water, Eco, Environment, WATER
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Tuesday, September 29th, 2009
According to the Drinking Water Inspectorate, approximately 60% of UK households have hard water. Filled with calcium and magnesium, it stains basins, leaves limescale in kettles and discolours laundry. With hard water flowing through pipes and out of the tap, it is important to understand the health effects of hard water.
The National Research Council (NRC) states that drinking hard water does not pose health risks. Although hard water is generally safe for drinking, the NRC recommends more studies to uncover the correlation between other health issues and hard water. (more…)
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Thursday, September 17th, 2009
Although the water flowing from the tap might not seem very exciting, there are many interesting facts about this essential substance. Composed of hydrogen and oxygen, water provides examples of all three states of matter. Water refers to the substance in its liquid state. Ice is water’s solid state, while steam is its gaseous state. Many people know that 75% of the earth’s surface is covered in water. However, only 3% of this water is fit for drinking, and the polar ice caps contain 75% of the this fresh water in its frozen form.
All of this water has existed for millions of years, and never really leaves the planet. However, water is referred to as “wasted” after being used or polluted. Even with water treatment facilities, it is difficult to purify all water enough to make it potable again. In the UK, the average person uses close to 150 litres of water daily. In a year, this equals 54,750 litres or .054 cubic meters of water. Compare this to UK Industry and Commerce, which uses about 1,300 million cubic meters of water each year.
Not only is water all around us, it is also within us. 70% of the average adult’s body contains water, and 80% of the average newborn’s body weight is water. Not only are people made up of water, we need it to live. People can endure without food for about 30 days, but without water for 7 days, survival is unlikely. An easily overlooked part of our daily lives, this crucial substance can seem more interesting and vital after learning some of its fascinating facts.
Tags: Drinking water, Environment, Utilities, WATER, Water Resources, Water treatment
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Monday, August 24th, 2009
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No matter the economic climate, no one wants to lose money on household necessities. For homes with hard water, there are many added costs associated with this problem. Because of the mineral deposits contained in hard water, pipes fur up causing changes in a plumbing system. According to the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the scale left behind on heating systems and other appliances interfere with efficiency. The mineral deposits, such as calcium magnesium, affect more than just the water quality. They also affect your budget.
Without water treatment, repairs bills keep rolling in for appliances that use water. The lime scale that builds up in pipes restricts the flow of water and takes more energy to heat. (more…)
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Tuesday, August 18th, 2009
Most people understand water’s essential role in everyday life, but many don’t recognize the problems of hard water affecting their households. Over 50% of the United Kingdom is affected by hard water. Many people overlook this matter, even as the evidence flows from the tap. However, homeowners can significantly reduce energy loss and avoid the associated financial burdens by addressing any issues with hard water.
According to the Environmental Protections Agency, hard water contains a large amounts of minerals, usually calcium and magnesium. As it moves from aquifers to household pipes, hard water carries mineral deposits that build up, crystallizing in pipes, collecting within heating tanks and slowing heat transfer. (more…)
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Friday, June 19th, 2009
Ask any doctor or health official what they feel is the single most important nutrient that our bodies need on a daily basis and their answer will unanimously be water. Interestingly enough, water isn’t a nutrient at all, but it is completely essential to the daily functioning of our bodies.
In most cases, water is even more important for us to have than food, as one will die from dehydration far well before they are affected by starvation. Lack of water can result in light symptoms such as sore throat and headaches, and can eventually lead to worse symptoms such as fainting. This is why it is extremely important to stay hydrated and drink approximately eight glasses of water each day. (more…)
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Thursday, June 18th, 2009
Hard water — mineral rich, poor tasting, and scaling-producing water — is a problem throughout the country. It is something that must be dealt with; otherwise, a mineral residue is left in pipes and fixtures, leading to potential blockages and even damage to hot water heaters and other devices.
Moreover, mineral-rich water does not react well with soap to form a good lather, which means that showering is not as effective in getting oneself clean. That’s why we should probably do something with hard water problem to increase our comfort of life. (more…)
Tags: Drinking water, Hard water, hard water problems, Magnesium, Mineral, Salt, WATER, water conditioner, Water heating, water softener
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