Binchotan charcoal to filter your tap water, from dream to reality Table of contents Would you like to purify your tap water with binchotan charcoal, or the Chinese version made from bamboo charcoal, sold under a number of brand names? Claimed to be natural, environmentally friendly and reusable, binchotan charcoal promises to filter [...]

Protecting your health from PFAS: is reverse osmosis the right solution? Table of contents They are invisible and odourless, but they are very much present in our drinks. PFAS, also known as eternal pollutants, are dangerous chemical substances found in our piped water today. Their existence, confirmed in a number of municipalities, is a cause for concern [...].

Osmosis for tap water: not so essential? Table of contents In the wake of a number of recent tap water pollution scandals, more and more households are looking to improve the quality of their water through filtration solutions. The home osmosis system is regularly presented as the most effective way of [...]

How do I choose a water cooler for my home? Table of contents Looking for a simple, practical way to stay hydrated at home? Installing a water cooler in your home is one of the best solutions for easy access to quality water throughout the day. As well as replacing the [...]

Reverse osmosis: advantages, disadvantages and healthier alternatives Table of contents Reverse osmosis has all the makings of a miracle solution: it eliminates up to 99 % of the pollutants present in tap water. On paper, it sounds like a dream. But before you go out and buy a reverse osmosis unit to filter your tap water, it's worth taking a look at the [...]

Reverse osmosis filtered water: a health hazard? Table of contents In France, tap water is strictly controlled. But is this enough to make it completely safe? Unfortunately, not always. Its quality depends on a number of factors: the region, the state of the pipes, the treatments applied, etc. As a result, it can sometimes contain pesticides, micro-organisms or [...]

How do you filter tap water? 5 effective, healthy and environmentally-friendly solutions Table of contents Drinking healthier water while reducing plastic waste and avoiding the need to carry packs... That's what more and more households want. The question then arises: how can tap water be filtered in a way that is safe for [...]

Water cooler comparison: which system is best? Table of contents More and more people and businesses are opting for filtering water coolers. However, not all devices on the market are created equal. To help you choose the best fountain and the best system for your needs, we've [...]

PFAS filter carafe: a solution for purifying tap water? Table of contents PFAS, also known as «eternal pollutants», are increasingly making their way into our drinks. These chemicals, which have been used for decades in industry, are now being found in many French municipalities. And just recently, a signal [...]

Salt-free water softener: our opinion on this anti-limescale solution Table of contents In France, more than one household in two is affected by hard water. Dry skin, damaged appliances and skyrocketing energy bills. The consequences are numerous. A water softener is the obvious solution to prevent hard water from [...]

Many of you use a carafe filter in your home, and you have questions about how this product, which has become a common sight in French kitchens, works.

Find the best under-sink water filter with our comparison of the different domestic water filtration systems.

Filtering tap water can improve its quality, and there are a number of solutions for doing so: from activated carbon filter systems to osmosis units, filter carafes and tap or under-sink water filters. Each of these systems has its own advantages and disadvantages in terms of cost, convenience and environmental impact.

The best carafe filter: Which solution is the most effective? Table of contents Between bottled water, which pollutes because of its plastic, and tap water, which raises doubts about its composition, the carafe filter is the obvious solution for purifying drinking water and enjoying healthier hydration. But are they really all [...]

Tap water filter, water purifier... Comparison of the best filtration systems for the home Table of contents Over the years, tap water purifiers have become a very common sight in French kitchens. Although the quality of tap water is closely monitored by the French authorities and is subject to strict [...]

What does tap water really contain? Table of contents Wondering whether tap water is safe to drink is a legitimate question. In France, tap water is strictly controlled and safe to drink. But what exactly is its composition? What minerals does it contain and what contaminants might it contain? This article [...]

Drinking hard water: what are the health risks? Table of contents Hard water is a subject that raises many questions, particularly about its potential effects on health. Hard water, rich in minerals such as calcium and magnesium, is often considered beneficial for the body. However, an excessive concentration of calcium and magnesium [...]

What are the health benefits of energised water? Table of contents Water is an essential element of life, playing a central role in the proper functioning of our bodies. Drinking tap or bottled water throughout the day is a highly recommended habit. However, the quality of [...]

What is the unit of measurement known as the th of water (TH)? Table of contents What is the TH of water? Put simply, it's an indicator of the mineral content of water. So the more minerals your water contains, the harder it is. Hard water and soft water are words we hear all too often [...].

Bacteria in tap water: should we be worried? Table of contents Among the micro-organisms that can contaminate our tap water, this article focuses on bacteria. Although the quality of drinking water in France is generally good, occasional episodes of contamination are a reminder that we need to [...]

Heavy metals in tap water: a worrying reality Table of contents In the game of the 7 families that make up the various contaminants present in tap water, we present to you the family of heavy metals. Let's start with the term itself: why “heavy”? The term refers to the high density of the water [...].