Is RO Water Safe?

Reverse osmosis water is created when tap water goes through a three step filter and filtration process. First it goes through a larger filter to get rid of rust and large sediment, then it goes through a second filter where the smaller particles, like chlorine and fluoride, are removed from the water, and finally it passes through a membrane where ions and molecules are taken out. This is an very effective for making bad water safe to drink. However, should you drink RO water all the time?

For the most part, the answer is yes. The best thing about reverse osmosis is that the water can be taken from tainted sources, such as the ocean or rain water, and transformed into something that is delicious and ready to drink.  This makes it very easy for rural places able to have clean drinking water.

According to various studies though, RO can be a bit dangerous if consumed on a daily basis.  The loss of minerals within the water is not the best for your body. Also, reverse osmosis water tends to have a pH of 6, meaning that it is slightly acidic.

All about Reverse Osmosis Filters

RO filters are easy to install and replace in many household systems. The actual price of an RO water filter system is around $200-300 to start out with and with some of the water costs and maintenance is factored in, the total cost is around $1000. The reverse osmosis filters last for around 3-5 years though and are relatively inexpensive to replace. The thin filter membrane should be replaced every 2-3 years to ensure that none of the smaller molecules, like chlorine, are getting through the larger RO filters.

The savings you recieve from having a RO water purifier over long term use is well worth the initial investment. Plus, the clean and pure taste of fresh water to your house is always worth it. Most homes can produce up to 50 gallons of RO filtered water a day, but some can go up to 100 gallons a day! If larger amount of water need to be filtered each day you may experience extra costs, such as a new water tank and upgraded reverse osmosis filters.

Basics of Reverse Osmosis

Reverse Osmosis is a process of filtration that removes many different molecules and ions out of the water by passing the water through a permeable membrane with very small holes.  This means that harmful particles like chlorine, metals, and fluoride are passed out of the drinking water for a purer, fresher taste.

There are several different ways of having reverse osmosis in your home. The most popular way is to use an under the sink reverse osmosis system. This requires the system to be placed underneath the kitchen sink and it takes the normal tap water flow into the system. It then goes through a very thorough process of a three step filtration; first removing the larger particles such as salt and rust. Next, it has a second layer for the smaller particles, such as molecules and ions.  Finally, a reverse osmosis filter which is a thin film, allows only the finest water to pass to your lips.