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unbiased guide to shower filters (BLG009)

Is A Shower Filter Necessary?

Learn about the water quality risks and concerns that exist in shower water and what type of shower filters, if any, are effective.

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What Is Reverse Osmosis (RO)?

What Is Reverse Osmosis (RO)?

A detailed explanation of reverse osmosis (RO)—how it works, which contaminants it can and can't remove, and some of the pros and cons of an RO system.

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